Government-Funded Programs Compliance and Advisory Services

Organizations that receive government funding face a complex and evolving compliance landscape. Navigating federal, state, local, and international regulations requires both technical expertise and practical experience.

Withum helps organizations meet compliance requirements through specialized government-funded programs audit and advisory services.

Government Funded Program Audit, Advisory and Compliance Services

We provide a comprehensive suite of audit services to address diverse compliance needs:

Federal and Program-Specific Single Audits

Organizations that meet the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) expenditure threshold in Federal awards are required to undergo a single audit, including a financial statement audit and a compliance audit of major Federal programs, along with required reporting on internal controls. We perform program-specific and single audits in accordance with the Uniform Guidance, ensuring compliance with federal requirements related to financial management, internal controls, and reporting.

Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)

Our team conducts audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), also known as the Yellow Book, providing independent and objective assurance on financial and performance measures.

State-Specific Compliance and Single Audits

We provide technical expertise to assist organizations with services and compliance tailored to state-specific single audit requirements, ensuring alignment with local regulatory expectations.

International Grant and Contract-Specific Audits

Organizations receiving funding from international agencies and foreign governments face additional reporting requirements. Our team supports organizations with specialized reporting requirements tied to grants or contracts funded by entities such as:

The European Union (EU)
NORAD
Other international and foreign government agencies

Our team also performs audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), meeting global compliance and reporting requirements.

Advisory and Compliance Support

Beyond audit services, we provide proactive advisory solutions to strengthen your organization’s compliance framework

Internal Control Design and Implementation

We assist in establishing and refining internal control structures aligned with Uniform Guidance and other regulatory standards.

Regulatory Education and Training

Our professionals offer targeted education on 2 CFR 200 requirements, equipping your team with the knowledge needed to maintain ongoing compliance.

Why Withum?

Withum helps organizations navigate the complexities of government-funded programs. Our team of experienced professionals delivers audit, compliance and advisory solutions designed to strengthen governance for your organization. We have extensive experience across a wide range of funding environments, including:

Federal agencies

State and local governments

Foreign governments and international organizations

Highly Trained Professionals

Our professionals bring a high level of technical expertise and continuous training across multiple accounting and auditing frameworks, including:

Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)
International Standards on Auditing (ISA)
U.S. Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)

U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

This multidisciplinary knowledge and experience enable us to tailor our approach to the unique regulatory expectations associated with each funding source and ensure that we can deliver audit and advisory services that meet both domestic and international standards.

Whether your organization is managing federal awards, navigating state requirements, or fulfilling international grant obligations, we bring the experience and insight needed to support your success. Our commitment is to deliver high-quality, reliable services that not only meet compliance requirements but also enhance operational effectiveness.

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