Clarke County

The buyer is seeking proposals from qualified firms of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements. The audit is for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, with the option for five additional one-year terms. The audit must be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and other specified requirements. The scope includes auditing all County funds, preparing financial statements, developing a cost allocation plan, and conducting fraud detection.

• 2/25/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 4/1/2025 - Contract Begins
• 6/30/2025 - Interim Work Completion
• 7/30/2025 - Detailed Audit Plan Due
• 10/15/2025 - Fieldwork Completion
• 10/31/2025 - Draft Reports Due

• Licensed to practice as certified public accountant in Virginia
• Independent of Clarke County as defined by Government Auditing Standards
• Experience in government auditing
• Ability to perform audit in accordance with required standards

• Perform financial audit of all County funds
• Prepare financial statements resulting in annual financial report
• Develop County's annual cost allocation plan
• Examine and report on four School Activity funds
• Prepare Comparative Report Transmittal Forms for APA submission
• Conduct fraud detection program
• Issue reports on internal control structure and compliance
• Test Sheriff's internal controls and accounts
• Conduct VRS compliance testing
• Prepare Trend Analysis Report