RFP - Auditor

The Phillipsburg Board of Education is seeking a qualified audit firm to perform the statutory audit for the 2026‑27 fiscal year and to provide related advisory services, including the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and compliance audits for multiple grant programs. The contract is for one year, beginning July 1 2027, and requires a team of New Jersey‑licensed CPAs and public‑school accountants with extensive experience in school‑district audits, federal and state grant compliance, and internal controls. The vendor must also meet rigorous insurance, certification, and de‑barment requirements and submit a fully sealed physical proposal package by the September 17 2026 deadline. • Conduct the statutory audit of all district funds, including general, special revenue, capital projects, and grant‑related accounts. • Prepare the CAFR, audit summary, and related reporting for the NJ Department of Education and the School Business Administrator. • Provide optional ongoing financial advisory services and present audit findings at a Board meeting. • Maintain a qualified staff roster (≥10 NJ‑licensed CPAs, ≥5 public‑school accountants, at least one Certified Federal Fund Examiner) and furnish required insurance certificates before commencing work.