The East Orange Board of Education is seeking a qualified public‑sector audit firm to perform the statutory annual audit for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year and related compliance work. The contractor must field‑work the audit between July and September 2026, deliver a draft report by the end of October, and provide a final report and presentation by early December. Deliverables include a full Consolidated Annual Financial Report, audit‑summary media, progress updates, and optional advisory services such as fixed‑asset inventory assistance and federal grant compliance. The district requires a team of experienced CPAs and Public School Accountants, documented NJ audit experience, and a range of mandatory certifications and disclosures. Proposals are due in a sealed envelope by 10:00 a.m. on March 31 2026. • Perform the statutory GAAS/GAGAS audit for all district funds (General, Special Revenue, Debt Service, Capital Projects, etc.). • Provide 25 copies of the CAFR, audit‑summary diskette, and conduct entrance/exit conferences plus board and finance‑committee presentations. • Offer optional services: fixed‑asset inventory, GASB compliance assistance, federal audit reporting, and rapid response advisory support. • Must staff at least 3 CPAs (≥5 years) and 3 Public School Accountants (≥5 years), with a minimum of 10 years district audit experience and 3 years in Type I districts.