California eProcure #EEOS90326

California State Controller seeks contractor for accounting auditing expertise and technical advisory services

The California State Controller's Office (SCO) is seeking a contractor to deliver accounting auditing expertise and technical advisory services to enhance its external audit function. - Government Buyer: - State Controller's Office (SCO), State of California - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive assessment of the Division of Audits - Recommendations for organizational structure, staffing levels and classifications, and training needs - Development of risk-based audit plans, tools, and templates - Ensuring compliance with the California Constitution and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) - Delivery of best-in-class external audit function and performance benchmarks - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must be a licensed CPA firm - Minimum 10 years of relevant experience for both firm and key staff - Demonstrated expertise in GAGAS-compliant audits, training development, and management of external audit functions - Contract Details: - Initial term of two years, with an option for a one-year extension - Estimated contract value: $350,000 - No OEMs or specific product vendors are mentioned; opportunity is open to qualified professional public accounting firms

Description

The State Controller's Office (SCO) is seeking a contractor to provide accounting auditing expertise and technical advisory services to re-imagine and provide a best-in-class external audit function. The services include an assessment of the Division of Audits in compliance with the California Constitution and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) where applicable. The contractor will provide recommendations for organizational structure, staffing levels and classifications, training needs, and audit approach including risk-based audits. The goal is to ensure SCO adheres to rigorous compliance standards, meets best-in-class quality standards, employs best practice models, and uses relevant benchmarks to assess performance.

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