External Auditing

On an annual basis, OHIO’s financial records are audited by a public accounting firm selected by the Auditor of State’s Office following a bid process. Normally the firm is contracted to conduct the audits for a five year time period. They are responsible for commenting on OHIO’s annual financial statement along with performing an audit under OMB Circular A-133 for the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards.

Sponsors may also request special audits on the awards they have with OHIO. If a PI/PD is contacted by the sponsor for such an audit, it is the PI/PD’s responsibility to notify the Manager of GCA immediately, along with any correspondence so the audit may be coordinated. GCA is responsible for overseeing any audits as it relates to sponsored agreements.

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