Vineyard City Independent Financial Audit & Internal Controls Review

Project Description: Vineyard City (“City”) is soliciting sealed Proposals from qualified independent certified public accounting firms (“Proposer” or “Firm”) with a demonstrated reputation for excellence in government auditing, municipal finance, and compliance to:
a. Perform an agreed-upon procedures (“AUP”) engagement to review the City’s FY 2023 to 2024 financial records.
b. Conduct a targeted review of internal controls, policies, and procedures in the following high-risk areas:
o Purchase (P-) Card issuance & use
o Employee travel & reimbursement
o Municipal vehicle assignment & usage tracking
o Redevelopment Agency (RDA) payments & compliance
o Procurement of food (meals, events, employee recognition)
c. Advise the City on best practices for establishing a standing Audit Committee.
The City seeks an objective, highly qualified firm with relevant experience serving municipalities to deliver clear, actionable recommendations that strengthen transparency, safeguard public funds, and align with Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) “Best Practices” and guidance from the Utah State Auditor.
This engagement is not intended to duplicate or second-guess the findings or scope of a prior audit conducted by the Office of the Utah State Auditor. Rather, its purpose is to follow through on the recommendations identified in that audit and to strengthen the City itself to ensure independent, proactive oversight, and to reinforce public confidence in local financial management.