The Audit Connection Blog
Are you ready for a federal Single Audit? SAO offers resources to help you avoid common audit issues
Navigating federal requirements and establishing controls in your government to ensure compliance can be challenging—even for governments that routinely receive significant amounts of federal dollars. That’s why over the past year we’ve updated some of our resources and published several articles on federal program requirements. With more local governments potentially needing Single Audits over the next few years, SAO’s blog articles and resources can help you address potential internal control weaknesses early to avoid audit issues. ... CONTINUE READING
SAO unveils new look for its resource library
We’re excited to announce the launch of our new, redesigned resource library. The new site features streamlined navigation, a cleaner interface, and a better user experience. Best of all, you’ll get to the resources you want in fewer clicks! ... CONTINUE READING
Five ways for leaders to recharge their batteries
Employees everywhere are searching for inspired leadership that emphasizes a culture that respects all employees and provides them opportunities for meaningful work where they can share their ideas for improvement. That’s why we are sharing our series of articles from late 2021 with you again in hopes that you can use them to recharge your leadership batteries this summer. ... CONTINUE READING
Protect your government's money with SAO's suite of cash receipting resources
We know governments face challenges managing cash collections and striking just the right balance between internal controls and the costs of those controls. That’s why SAO has published a variety of resources to help you put the proper safeguards in place. ... CONTINUE READING
SAO assistant director receives award for Fraud Magazine article
A leader of the Washington state auditor’s special investigations team was recently recognized for writing an article sharing lessons on uncovering Washington’s largest public misappropriation. ... CONTINUE READING
Picture this: FIT update offers new ways to see your data
We’ve updated our Financial Intelligence Tool (FIT) with fiscal year 2021 data. Curious how your peers around the state did in meeting the annual filing requirements? Our interactive infographic shows which governments filed on time, which filed late, and which haven’t filed at all. You can view the data by county or by entity type. ... CONTINUE READING
Rock your next financial reporting season with SAO’s new tool
A successful financial reporting season is one where you act to achieve your objectives rather than react to problems. To get there, you need the right kind of planning so you can spot the trouble ahead and take control early. Use SAO's new and improved financial reporting risk assessment tool to help you achieve your objectives. ... CONTINUE READING
Coming soon: SAO’s SecureShare, a customized data-sharing and collaboration tool for audits
Local governments and state agencies soon will have access to SAO’s SecureShare—a safe, simple tool for exchanging data during audits. ... CONTINUE READING
Summary infographic of the 2019 State of Washington Single Audit
The Single Audit examines whether Washington state agencies complied with federal grant requirements. This visual report provides a summary of Washington’s 2019 Single Audit. ... CONTINUE READING
National auditors group honors SAO staff for contributions to auditing, performance audit report
Employees and projects from the Office of the Washington State Auditor (SAO) were recently honored at the annual conference of the National State Auditors Association (NSAA) in Atlanta, Georgia. ... CONTINUE READING