Audit Services

The Pendergast Elementary School District is seeking a qualified Certified Public Accountant to conduct an annual audit of financial transactions and accounts kept by or for the District. The audit will be conducted in accordance with the Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance) for the years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030. The District reserves the right to suspend the provisions of the contract for any year in which the District expends less than the qualifying number of federal awards set forth in the Uniform Guidance. • The audit will include a review of financial statements, compliance with federal and state regulations, and an examination of internal controls. • The auditor will be required to complete the Uniform System of Financial Records for Arizona School Districts (USFR) Compliance Questionnaire (CQ). • The District is looking for a firm with experience in auditing governmental entities, including Arizona school districts. • The firm should have a strong understanding of the Uniform Guidance and the Single Audit requirements. • The firm should have experience in conducting audits of computerized accounting systems and grant accounting systems. • The firm should have a team of professionals with relevant experience and certifications, including CPAs and government audit specialists.