2008-027 Finance - Cherry Bekaert & Holland for Documentation of Orange Co Fiscal Processess

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. Accordingly, our services will not constitute an audit, compilation, review or attestation service of the County's financial statements or any part thereof, as described in the pronouncements on professional standards of the AICPA. Our performance of the procedures will not result in the expression of an opinion, or any other form of assurance, on the County's financial statements or any part thereof; no an opinion or any other form of assurance on the County's internal control systems or its compliance with laws, regulations, or other matters. It is clearly understood that, while CB&H will assist the County, the ultimate responsibility for the project remains solely with the County. • Scope of Services and Project Plan We believe the tasks set forth in the following table are required in order for us to accomplish the objectives noted above. We have provided our best estimate of the hours and fees required to complete each task. Project Tasks Total Hours Estimated Fees General tannin for en a ement 30 $ 3,600 Meet with and interviews of the tax collector, tax assessor and an other relevant em to ees. Document the rocess. 60 7,200 Meet with and interviews of human resources, payroll employees, and any other relevant employees. Document the rocess. 60 7,200 Meet with and interview of purchasing department employees and any other relevant employees. Document the rocess. 50 6,000 Meet with and interview of employees involved in the cash disbursement rocess. Document the rocess. 50 6,000 Meet with and interview of employees involved in the cash recei t rocess. Document the rocess. 50 6,000 Meet with and interview of employees involved in the administration of the food stamp program. Document the rocess. 60 7,200 Meet with and interview of employees involved in the administration of the Medicaid program. Document the rocess. 60 7,200 Meet with and interview of employees involved in the County bud etin rocess. Document the rocess. 50 6,000 Develop and present final report that includes analysis of the Coun 's risk universe. 30 3,600 Total Hours and Estimated Fees 500 $60,000 The above fee estimate presumes a blended rate of approximately $120 per hour. This rate is based upon our expectation that an experienced Senior will pertorm the majority of the initial business risk • assessment given the complexity entailed in such a project. The County is responsible for the appointment of a designated individual to serve as a liaison with CB&H in coordinating the conduct of these services and communicating the results.