a. The selected Proposer, as auditor, shall perform an annual examination of the basic financial statements to express opinions on the fairness with which the statements present the financial positions, results of operations, and changes in financial position in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. b. The auditor shall perform an examination to determine whether operations are properly conducted in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements. c. The auditor shall evaluate the system of internal controls, including the control environment, accounting systems and specific control procedures, to assess the extent to which the controls can be relied upon to ensure accurate information, to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and to provide for efficient and effective operations. In order to assess the control risk, the Proposer is to perform tests of controls and properly document its assessment. Significant deficiencies and material weaknesses shall be communicated in writing in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. d. The auditor shall perform an examination of any additional financial information necessary to comply with generally accepted auditing standards. e. The auditor is not required to audit the combining and individual fund financial statements and supporting schedules. However, the auditor is to provide an “in- relation-to” report on the combining and individual fund financial statements and supporting schedules based on the auditing procedures applied during the audit of the basic financial statements. f. The scope of the audit shall include any additional activities necessary to establish compliance with the term “financial audit” as defined and used in Government Auditing Standards. g. If applicable, the scope of the audit shall encompass the additional activities necessary to establish compliance with the Federal Single Audit Act, as amended; United States 2 CFR 200 Part F, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards; other applicable Federal laws; and the Florida Single Audit Act. h. The auditor shall use financial condition assessment procedures to assist in detection of deteriorating financial condition as established under Florida Statutes 218.503. The auditor may use the procedures developed by the Auditor General or appropriate alternative procedures.
