Local Educational Agency Audits

Christy White, Inc. is a recognized leader in Local Educational Agency (LEA) audits in California, specializing exclusively in audits for school districts, charter schools, and other educational organizations. The firm performs hundreds of LEA audits annually and is known for its expertise in compliance, financial transparency, internal controls, and guidance on evolving state and federal education regulations.

LEA audits are at our core! We are members of the annual state “K-12 Audit Guide” development committee and the AICPA Center for Single Audit Quality.  We work side-by-side with business managers throughout the state in the implementation and compliance with new laws and regulations. We help you with complex accounting areas, resolution of compliance issues, provide training on new GASB standards, and “at no extra cost” lend a hand with GASB 34 entries and drafting financial statements.  Our firm partners and teams are committed audit professionals engaged in providing the best client service care, informative and useful audit communications, and timely delivery of your reports.

Our selection of LEA audit services

  • Financial statement audits

  • Compliance and Single audits

  • Charter Schools, and nonprofit audits

  • Performance audits, including Proposition 39 bond audits

  • State School Facilities Grant audits, including Proposition 51 audits

  • Internal control evaluations and internal audit services

  • SAS 70 service organization auditor reports

  • Fraud and forensic engagements

  • Agreed-upon Procedures engagement on specialized, customizable issues


More than an Audit!

Hiring Christy White, Inc. to conduct your audit results in more than an audit opinion, it results in a business relationship. The Audit Partner and staff are trained specialists in your industry; they freely share best practices on accounting topics, how to improve internal controls and maintain compliance. Our pricing is value-based and competitive, and we don’t charge for “extras.” You can expect we will be there to lend support in your implementation of new accounting standards, help you on any issues noted in the audit, and always deliver the audit timely!


WHY CHOOSE US?

We are the leading school business specialists!

Why LEA Audits Require Specialists:

LEA audits involve complex:

  • State compliance requirements

  • Federal program oversight

  • Funding and reporting structures

  • Evolving regulatory guidance

Generalist firms often lack the depth required to navigate these complexities effectively.

Our Approach:

  1. Risk-Based Planning
    We focus on high-risk areas first, ensuring efficient and effective audit coverage.

  2. Standardized Methodology
    Our proven audit workflows ensure consistency across engagements.

  3. Deep Regulatory Expertise
    Our team actively contributes to California audit standards and guidance.

  4. Clear Communication
    We work closely with management and governing boards to ensure transparency.

What Clients Gain

  • Predictable audit timelines

  • Fewer findings

  • No surprises during reporting

  • Confidence in compliance

Proven at Scale

  • 300+ audits annually

  • Extensive experience across districts, charters, and COEs

  • Trusted by organizations across California


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