Professional Audit Services

Jo Daviess County

Buyer seeks qualified CPA firm to perform audit services for three fiscal years with possible two-year extension. Services include auditing county financial records, Circuit Clerk's Office audit, and Section 5311 grant audit. Audits must comply with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Government Auditing Standards, and Single Audit Act requirements. Buyer requires comprehensive annual financial reporting with presentation of findings to county officials.

• 7/16/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 9/9/2025 - Selection of Firm Anticipated
• 1/31/2026 - Preliminary Work Completed
• 3/15/2026 - Fieldwork Completed
• 4/15/2026 - Draft Reports Completed
• 4/30/2026 - Presentation to Finance Committee
• 5/20/2026 - Presentation to County Board

• Must be properly licensed to practice as CPA in Illinois
• Must be independent of Jo Daviess County per auditing standards
• Must have experience performing governmental audits

• Audit financial records of Jo Daviess County for three fiscal years
• Prepare comprehensive annual financial report in accordance with GAAP
• Conduct audit of Circuit Clerk's Office
• Perform Section 5311/DOAP grant audit with June 30 year-end
• Test internal controls and compliance for major federal programs
• Prepare independent auditor's report on internal controls over financial reporting
• Develop management letter with improvement recommendations for accounting procedures
• Present findings to Finance Committee and County Board
• Prepare supplementary information required by GASB
• Provide defense and justification of financial reports to grantors
• Prepare notes to financial statements and supporting schedules
• Submit reporting package to Federal Single Audit Clearing House
• Complete field work by March 15th annually
• Ensure compliance with Single Audit Act requirements
• Assist with Management's Discussion and Analysis preparation
• Provide 10 bound copies of each financial report
• Document understanding of County's internal control structure
• Meet with staff to discuss final audit adjustments
• Maintain working papers for minimum of five years
• Follow Illinois Circuit Clerk audit requirements under 705 ILCS 105/27.8