The Gateway Water Management Authority “GWMA” is a coalition of municipalities and water agencies responsible for the regional water planning needs of 2 million people in the Gateway Region of Southeast Los Angeles County. While current membership is 30 voting members comprised of cities and water agencies, the interests, activities and services of the GWMA expand to the entire region regardless of membership.
GWMA is issuing a new Request for Proposal (RFP) to establish a contract with a qualified individual or firm to provide oversight and expertise to support GWMA staff to ensure standard accounting practices are followed. The following is a list, but not necessarily limited to, of services being sought by proposer:
- Provide ongoing financial and accounting advice on all aspects of the accounting systems, policies and practices to GWMA staff.
- Assist with the process and coordination for annual general and/or single audits; and potential grant audits.
- Monitor, test and suggest improvements of internal controls.
- Review and approve the bank reconciliations conducted by GWMA staff.
- Provide general oversight, and monitor financial transactions (Similar to an internal audit function).
- If requested, meet periodically with the GWMA Executive Board to report on the agency’s financial status (may be virtual or in person).
Selected candidate must have reliable access to be able to review Quickbooks Online Plus account.
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