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Single Audits

Audits of Federal Awards

A Single Audit is required for many nonfederal entities that expend significant amounts of federal financial assistance during a fiscal year. The audit combines a financial statement audit with a compliance audit of major federal programs.

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A Single Audit combines financial statement auditing and compliance auditing into one integrated engagement.
Summary
Single Audits provide comprehensive oversight of organizations receiving significant federal funding.