RFP #26-74 Auditing Services

The County is seeking Auditing Services for Clayton County, Georgia. The selected firm will be required to perform an audit and express an opinion upon the basic financial statements for Clayton County, the Retirement System, and the Water Authority in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The firm will also be required to prepare various reports, including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), internal control reports, and management letters. • The County is looking for a firm with experience in providing auditing services to local governments. • The firm should be familiar with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board's (GASB) principles and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) standards. • The firm should have experience in performing audits of local governments, including component units such as the Retirement System and the Water Authority. • The firm should be able to provide a team of experienced auditors, including a lead auditor, to perform the audit. • The firm should have a good understanding of the County's accounting system and financial records. • The firm should be able to provide a comprehensive audit report, including an opinion on the fairness of the financial statements, and any necessary recommendations for improvement.