Requests for Proposals for Audit Services

SCOPE OF SERVICES REQUIRED Annual Audit The annual audit of all funds of the MHLS shall be performed in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as apply to governmental units that are prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). The audit will include tests of the accounting records of the MHLS and other procedures you consider necessary to enable you to express an unqualified opinion that the financial statements are fairly presented, in all materials respects, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and on the MHLS compliance with laws and regulations and its internal controls as required for a Single Audit. If your opinion is other than unqualified, you will fully discuss the reasons with us in advance. You will also provide a management letter upon completion of the audit. NYS Annual Financial Report Upon completion of the audit the auditor will be expected to prepare the New York State Annual Financial Report by the filing deadline stated by the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC). There will be financial penalties missing the extended deadline from OSC. Reporting to the Board Auditors shall insure that the MHLS is informed of each of the following: The Auditor’s responsibility under generally accepted auditing standards. Significant accounting policies. Management judgments and accounting estimates. Significant audit adjustments.  Other information in documents containing audited financial statements. Disagreements with management. Major issues discussed with management prior to retention. Difficulties encountered in performing the audit. Irregularities and Illegal Acts Auditors shall be required to make an immediate, written report of all irregularities and illegal acts or indications of illegal acts of which they become aware to the Finance Manager and Personnel Officer, the Executive Director, and the Board of Trustees. Consulting Services Auditors shall provide consulting services in the areas of compliance, reporting, finance, systems development, and accounting policies where deemed necessary by mutual written agreement. Additional charges for consulting services beyond the normal scope of audit and AFR preparation activities must be approved by MHLS in advance of billing. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No Total MWBE Participation Goals: 40% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 10% Disadvantaged Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 10% Due date:07/26/2024 5:00 PM Contract term: 5 Years County(ies): Dutchess Location: 103 Market Street Poughkeepsie NY 12601 Business entities awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: Sickler, Torchia, Allen & Churchill, CPA’s PC RBT CPAs, LLP