Single Audits
AUDIT & ASSURANCE
Ensure Compliance and Maintain Your Federal Funding
What is a Single Audit?
A Single Audit is a mandatory, organization-wide financial and compliance audit for non-federal entities that spend $750,000 or more in federal awards in a single year. Required under the provisions of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200, Uniform Guidance, this audit is designed to provide assurance to the federal government that funds are being managed responsibly and used for their intended purposes.
Unlike a standard financial statement audit, a Single Audit has two main components: an audit of the entity’s financial statements and an audit of its federal awards. This involves rigorous testing of compliance requirements and internal controls over the federal programs, making it a highly specialized and complex engagement.
The Benefits of a Quality Single Audit
A properly conducted Single Audit is critical for any organization that relies on federal funding. It provides significant benefits beyond just meeting a regulatory requirement.
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- Maintain Federal Funding: A clean audit report is essential for continuing to receive federal awards and demonstrates that you are a responsible steward of public funds.
- Ensure Compliance: Avoid significant penalties, questioned costs, or loss of funding that can result from non-compliance with the complex rules associated with federal grants.
- Strengthen Internal Controls: The audit process identifies weaknesses in your internal controls over compliance, providing you with actionable recommendations to reduce risk and improve program management.
- Enhance Transparency and Accountability: A Single Audit provides transparency to federal agencies, your board, and the public, reinforcing trust in your organization’s operations.
Services Overview
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- Financial Statement Audit: We review your financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with auditing standards.
- Federal Awards Compliance Testing: We check that your major federal programs meet key grant requirements, such as allowable costs and reporting.
- Internal Control Evaluation: We evaluate your internal controls to help prevent or detect non-compliance.
- Reporting: We deliver all required reports, including a summary of findings, to keep you informed and compliant.