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To: Grant County Board of Commissioners
From: Mandy Kim, Chief Financial Officer
Subject: Response to Baker Tilly Internal Controls Review
PURPOSE
This memorandum is submitted to provide additional context regarding the Baker Tilly Internal
Controls Review. My concern is not that the report identifies challenges. Rather, the report does not
appear to consistently evaluate the circumstances, contributing factors, organizational conditions,
and resource constraints that gave rise to those challenges.
KNOWN AND PREVIOUSLY COMMUNICATED ISSUES
Many of the matters discussed within the report were known and had been discussed through
Financial Committee meetings, Board updates, discussions with the County Administrator, and
ongoing communication with Elected Auditor Michele Jaderlund.
STAFFING AND ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY
The record reflects significant staffing vacancies, turnover, and competing responsibilities during
the review period. For a substantial portion of 2025, multiple responsibilities were performed
simultaneously while supporting daily operations, reporting requirements, budgeting,
implementation activities, training, and reconciliation efforts.
ERP IMPLEMENTATION ENVIRONMENT
The review period coincided with implementation of the Tyler ERP system, including
chart -of -accounts redesign, conversion activities, testing, troubleshooting, training, reconciliation
efforts, and user support while maintaining ongoing County operations.
TRAINING AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT
Documentation provided during the review process demonstrates that a formal end -user training
program was developed and maintained, including training schedules, attendance tracking,
completion records, user guides, and supporting materials distributed across County departments
INFORMATION PROVIDED DURING THE REVIEW
The record reflects that substantial documentation and explanatory information were provided
throughout the review process, including materials related to implementation, training,
reconciliations, policies, user access, and operational procedures.
ATTRIBUTION OF RESPONSIBILITY
The report assigns responsibility to specific positions in certain instances. However, where
contributing factors involve organizational structure, staffing levels, resource constraints,
implementation decisions, governance functions, or responsibilities extending beyond a single
position, corresponding ownership is not always identified.
CONSISTENCY OF INTERVIEW INFORMATION AND REPORTED CONCERNS
The report does not explain how interview information was evaluated, weighted, or selected for
inclusion in the final analysis. As a result, it is difficult to assess whether concerns raised regarding
various departments, functions, or positions were evaluated using a consistent methodology.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND PERFORMANCE TRENDS
The report discusses audit and financial reporting timelines but does not appear to provide
historical context regarding prior audit completion timelines or reporting performance trends. To the
extent measurable improvement occurred relative to prior years, that context is relevant to
understanding both remaining challenges and progress achieved.
PROFESSIONAL CONCERNS
The report contains observations and conclusions that directly affect professional reputation,
competence, and professional judgment. While operational improvement is important, conclusions
should be evaluated in light of all available facts, documentation, and circumstances.
CONCLUSION
I respectfully ask the Board to consider the report together with the operational realities, staffing
limitations, implementation challenges, historical context, organizational circumstances, and
supporting documentation that existed during the review period.
EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit A — Michele Jaderlund Statement
Exhibit B — End User Training Schedule and Attendance Tracking
Exhibit C. — ERP Implementation Memorandum
Exhibit D — Baker Tilly PBC Tracker and Responses
Exhibit E — Baker Tilly Engagement Letter / Scope of Work
A OneDrive Link will be emailed to you that contains these Documents
Amanda Kim
Start Date: 05/13/2024
Subject: Formal Statement in Support of Performance and Workplace Conditions
From the outset of Mandy's employment, she assumed responsibility for critical financial
functions under challenging and, at times, untenable circumstances. The timeline below outlines
the scope, complexity, and volume of work performed, as well as significant systemic and
organizational barriers encountered.
Annual Report — 2024 (Due 05/30/2024):
Upon assuming her role, Mandy inherited an incomplete annual report. While some preliminary
work had been completed by a former employee, the most complex and time -intensive
component Schedule I —remained unfinished. Mandy independently completed this schedule
and ensured the report was submitted by the statutory deadline of May 30, 2024.
Simultaneously, it became evident that the existing financial structure was incompatible with
Tyler. Mandy was required to halt progress and lead a substantial restructuring effort, including
rebuilding the bar structure. This required coordination with John and extensive troubleshooting
to bring Tyler to a functional state. These duties fell outside routine expectations and
significantly increased workload demands.
Budget Process — 2024:
Beginning in July/August 2024, Mandy undertook the County's annual budget process without
prior experience specific to Grant County systems. Despite this, she independently analyzed
prior -year budgets and constructed a complete and accurate dataset for the upcoming fiscal year.
This process required:
• Coordinating with multiple departments
• Receiving, reviewing, and correcting submissions
• Consolidating and preparing materials for Commissioner review
• Supporting budget hearings through December
All of this was completed concurrently with daily operational responsibilities, including high -
volume communications, reporting, and ongoing system training. The ne sustained workload during
this period was significant and exceeded what would reasonably be expected of a single
individual without prior institutional knowledge.
Year -End Close & Annual Report — 2025:
Immediately following year-end close on January 1, 2025, Mandy began preparing the next
annual report while continuing Tyler implementation and training efforts. The 2025 Annual
Report was submitted on time, meeting all required deadlines.
It is critical to note that Schedule 6 is dependent on data from the Treasurer's Office, which is
not available until after the submission deadline. Despite this structural limitation, Mandy
ensured timely submission and continued to update the report as required prior to audit review.
This reflects a high level of diligence and adherence to compliance standards despite factors
outside her control.
Tyler Implementation Challenges:
The Tyler system implementation introduced substantial and ongoing challenges. A planned go -
live date of July 1, 2025, had to be postponed due to a critical system limitation involving
warrant digit capacity. This issue required escalation and resulted in a delayed go -live date of
October 1, 2025.
During this period, Mandy:
• Led and participated in system troubleshooting and. restructuring
• Conducted training for multiple departments
• Maintained all regular accounting, reporting, and budgetary duties
These concurrent responsibilities significantly increased workload and complexity, requiring
sustained effort under pressure.
Budget Process — 2025 (for 2026 Budget):
In August 2025, Mandy again initiated the annual budget cycle, repeating the full process of data
preparation, departmental coordination, consolidation, and presentation. This occurred while
Tyler implementation remained ongoing and unresolved.
System Failure &Financial Integrity Issue (September 2025):
Following the hire of Amanda Simonsen on September 2, 2025, a critical system failure occurred
when SmartConnect ceased functioning. This resulted in the posting of an unbalanced General
Journal entry —an event that should not occur under normal system controls.
Mandy made repeated and diligent attempts to correct the imbalance through appropriate
accounting procedures. When it became clear the issue could not be resolved through standard
methods, escalation was required, and a SQL intervention was performed to remove the
erroneous entry.
Importantly:
Mandy refused to rely on or distribute inaccurate financial reports
She continued reconciliation efforts to ensure full accuracy and compliance
Her actions demonstrated sound professional judgment and adherence to accounting
standards
This issue directly impacted the ability to upload accurate data into Tyler and delayed further
progress through no fault of her own.
Current Status & Professional Conduct:
At present:
• 2025 financial data must be fully reconciled before Tyler upload-
* The 2026 budget is complete but cannot be entered until system integrity is restored
Despite these ongoing barriers, Mandy has consistently prioritized accuracy, compliance, and
transparency in all financial reporting.
Workplace Conditions & Treatment:
In addition to the extraordinary workload and systemic challenges described above, Mandy has
been subjected to unprofessional and, at times, inappropriate treatment by certain individuals
within the County. This conduct has included ridicule and a lack of professional respect.
Such treatment is unacceptable in a professional workplace and has occurred despite Mandy's
demonstrated commitment, competence, and willingness to assume responsibilities well beyond
the scope of her role.
Conclusion:
The record clearly demonstrates that Mandy has:
• Met all required deadlines, including statutory reporting obligations
• Taken initiative to resolve complex system and structural issues
• Maintained financial integrity under challenging and evolving conditions
• Performed duties that exceed normal expectations in both scope and complexity
Any assessment of her performance must take into full account the extraordinary circumstances,
systemic failures, and workplace challenges under which she has operated. The evidence
supports that Mandy has performed her duties with diligence, professionalism, and a strong
commitment to accuracy and accountability.
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VET
RENEW
PW
DEV. SERVICES
DIST CT
PROS. ATTORNEY
CORONER
FAIRGROUNDS
SH/JA/EM
JUV
CLERKS
COUNTY ADMIN
PUB DEF
ASSESSOR
DEPT USER APPROVER ATTENDING DATE SESSION AREAS NOTES
WSU
ANDREW
YES
YES
8/18/2025
AM
AP/BUDGET
PHD
DARCY
YES
YES
8/18/2025
pm
AP/PCARDS
@ phd -ML
NEW HOPE
ALYCE BARRIENTOZ
NO
YES
8/20/2025
PM
ALL
TRAINING @ NEW HOPE
NEW HOPE
SUZI FODE
YES
YES
8/20/2025
PM
ALL
Sent Calendar Invites
NEW HOPE
SANDRA CRUZ
NO
YES
8/20/2025
PM
ALL
HR
Tina Brissey
NO
YES
8/21/2025
pm
all
ACCT
FELYCITE
NO
YES
8/22/2025
AM
ALL
ACCT
JAMIE
NO
YES
6/22/2025
AM
ALL
ACCT
JOE
NO
YES
8/22/2025
AM
ALL
WSU
ANNA
NO
YES
8/25/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
HR
DECORAH
YES
YES
8/25/2025
PM
ALL
RESERVED WANAPUM
HR
Gina Saldana
NO
YES
8/25/2025
PM
ALL
HR
Laurissa Perez
NO
YES
8/25/2025
PM
ALL
SUP CT
CRYSTAL
YES
YES
8/26/2025
AM
ALL
NO SPACE NEEDED - CAN DO IN
ACCT OFFICE
BOCC
CAITLIN
NO
YES
8/27/2025
PM
ALL
RESERVED WANAPUM
BOCC
EMMALIE
NO
YES
8/27/2025
PM
ALL
BOCC
KARRIE
NO
YES
8/27/2025
PM
ALL
VET
TONY
NO
YES
8/27/2025
PM
ALL
VET
TREVOR
NO
YES
8/27/2025
PM
ALL
RENEW
Genny
YES
YES
8/28/2025
AM
ALL
MAYBE 9/8/2025 @ RENEW
RENEW
Reyna
NO
YES
8/28/2025
AM
ALL
RENEW
Karen
NO
YES
8/28/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
RENEW
Anna
NO
YES
8/28/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
PW
RACHEAL DAVIS
YES
YES
8/29/2025
PM
AP/PCARDS
Training @ PW
PW
CATHY
NO
YES
8/29/2025
PM
AP/PCARDS
PW
YVONNE
NO
YES
8/29/2025
PM
AP/PCARDS
PW
SHILO
NO
YES
8/29/2025
PM
AP/PCARDS
PW
UNKNOWN
NO
YES
8/29/2025
PM
AP/PCARDS
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HEIDI KRIETE
NO
YES
9/4/2025
AM
ALL
Building/Planning Building
DEV. SERVICES
JERRY
YES
9/4/2025
AM
ALL
Building/Planning Building
DEV. SERVICES
JIM
YES
YES
9/4/2025
AM
ALL
Building/Planning Building
DEV. SERVICES
JANICE
NO
YES
9/4/2025
AM
ALL
Building/Planning Building
DIST CT
DESIREE
YES
YES
9/9/2025
AM
ALL
WANAPUM
DIST CT
BRITTANY
NO
YES
9/9/2025
AM
ALL
DIST CT
ANGIE
NO
YES
9/9/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
DIST CT
KIRISTEN
NO
YES
9/9/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
DIST CT
NATHENA
NO
YES
9/9/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
DIST CT
AMY
NO
YES
9/9/2025
AM
NO BUDGET
BRANDON GUERNSEY only NEEDS to
PROS. ATTORNEY
J. MILLARD
NO
Yes
9/10/2025
PM
NO PROD
learn how to approve; Janet will show
him.
TREASURER
CARRIE HESTON
NO
YES
9/12/2025
PM
AP/BUDGET
TREASURER
SABLE
NO
YES
9/12/2025
PM
AP/BUDGET
CORONER
CRAIG MORRISON
YES
YES
9/15/2025
AM
NO PROJ
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CORONER
JERRY JASMAN
NO
YES
9/15/2025
AM
NO PROG
FAIRGROUNDS
JIM
YES
YES
9/17/2025
AM
ALL
LOCATION - FAIRGROUNDS IN ML
FAIRGROUNDS
ROSYLN
NO
YES
9/17/2025
AM
NO BUDGET
SH/JA/EM
GARY M.
YES
YES
9/18/2025
AM
ALL
@ Ops Center LAW & JUSTICE
BUILDING
SH/JA/EM
JESSICA O.
NO
YES
9/18/2025
AM
ALL
SH/JA/EM
D. HARRINGTON
NO
YES
9/18/2025
AM
ALL
SH/JA/EM
BEAU LAMENS
NO
YES
9/18/2025
AM
ALL
BOCC
BLAIR KOK
NO
YES
9/19/2025
AM
NO PROJ
JUV
SUHAIL
YES
YES
9/22/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
JUV
AMANDA W.
NO
YES
9/22/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
JUV
PEPPER
NO
YES
9/22/2025
AM
AP/PCARDS
CLERKS
SHANNON FALSTAD
NO
Yes
9/23/2025
AM
ALL
NO PROJ
CLERKS
CHERYL HILL-ROBERSON
YES
Yes
9/23/2025
AM
ALL
NO PROG
COUNTY ADMIN
TOM GAINES
YES
YES
9/23/2025
PM
ALL - EXCEPT PROJ
PUB DEF
K. HOLDEN
NO
YES
9/24/2025
PM
ALL
ASSESSOR
MELISSA
YES
YES
9/25/2025
AM
ALL - EXCEPT PROJ
NEED TO ASK IF RACHEL OR OTHERS
JOINING?
ASSESSOR
RACHEL
NO
UNKNOWN
9/25/2025
AM
ALL - EXCEPT PROJ
need to ask about Rachel
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TREASURER
DARRYL PHESANT
YES
NO
AP APPROVER/BUDGET NOT SCHEDULED - PROBABLY WON'T
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=nterprise ERP Implementation & Cash
Reconciliation Effort
(Work in Progress)
The County is actively progressing through the implementation of the Tyler Technologies Enterprise
ERP system while maintaining ongoing financial operations within Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great
Plains). This dual -system environment is a necessary transitional phase to ensure continuity of
operations, data integrity, and accurate financial reporting.
To support this effort, a comprehensive reconciliation framework has been developed and is actively
being executed. This includes the comparison of Treasurer -reported cash activity, specifically Cash
Sheets and STAR Reports, to financial activity recorded in both GP and Tyler systems. The
reconciliation process is designed to validate that all transactions are accurately captured, properly
classified, and aligned across systems during the transition.
Key components of the reconciliation effort include:
• 2025 Cash Reconciliation Workpapers
Detailed reconciliations comparing Treasurer records to both GP and Tyler system activity, forming the
foundation for validation of financial data during the transition.
Monthly GC Cash Balance Reconciliations
Continuation of standard monthly reconciliation practices to ensure consistency and accuracy in
reported balances throughout the implementation period.
• Tracking of Known Reconciling Items
Identification and documentation of timing differences, conversion -related discrepancies, and other
variances to ensure transparency and resolution prior to final system alignment.
System Reports and Conversion Data
Utilization of GP reports, Tyler reports, and conversion outputs to trace transactions between systems
and confirm completeness and accuracy of migrated data.
• Final Cash Reconciliation Template
Development of a standardized reconciliation tool that will be used to perform a comprehensive, final
reconciliation between both systems prior to full transition.
The County will continue operating in a dual -system environment until the Human Resource
Management (HRM) module is fully implemented within Tyler ERP, and for a short stabilization period
thereafter. This approach ensures that payroll, financial reporting, and operational processes remain
uninterrupted while allowing sufficient time to validate system functionality and data integrity.
Overall, this phased implementation and reconciliation strategy reflects a controlled, transparent, and
methodical transition to the new ERP system, with a strong emphasis on financial accuracy,
accountability, and audit readiness.
Exhibit D - Baker Tilly Prepared By Client (PBC) Tracker Responses
Purpose: To demonstrate the scope and detail of requested documents by Raker Tilly and
demonstrate what comments were provided
Source: Baker Tilly Portal; downloaded an excel file; as of June 2026. 18 Documents
Requested
Due
#
Title
Description
Assignee(s)
Comments
Date
1
Bank Reconciliation
Please provide the December 2025 or most
Carrie Heston, Tom
4/14/2026
User: Carrie Heston, Date: 4/8/2026, Comment: Due to segregation of duties, Connie Wilson
recent bank reconciliations for all cash
Gaines
(Chief Deputy Treasurer) performs the bank reconciliation reports. I have notified her of the
accounts.
deadline.
2
Bank Accounts
Please provide a current listing of all the
Carrie Heston, Tom
4/14/2026
County's Bank Accounts.
Gaines
3
Bank Signers
Please provide signature sheets for bank
Carrie Heston, Tom
4/14/2026
User: Carrie Heston, Date: 4/8/2026, Comment: We do not keep copies of the signer cards at each
account access for all accounts.
Gaines
bank. If those are needed, I'll have to reach out to each bank, and get copies of those.
STAR Report
Please provide the December 2025 or the
Carrie Heston, Tom
4/14/2026
most recent STAR report.
Gaines
5
Treasury Upload
Please provide the December 2025 or the
Carrie Heston, Tom
4/14/2026
most recent CLEMMER to GP/TYLER monthly
Gaines
upload.
6
Budget Reports
Please provide the December 2025 or the
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
most recent budget to actual financial
Michele Jaderlund,
reports.
Tom Gaines
7
Budget Reports
Please provide the most recent BOCC
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
User: Mandy Kim, Date: 4/14/2026, Comment: In addition to the PDF & Excel Versions, We have a
adopted budget.
Michele Jaderlund,
2026 Budget Folder, with the living documents from submission by departments to final formats
Tom Gaines
that is on our one drive and each department has access to their dept budget and Commissioners
have access to the entire folder. I provided a screenshot of the folder. Capital Budget are in
addition to the OPERATING Budget. Board Approved COLA % as documented in the Board
Approved Resolution is in addition to the approved budget.
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Exhibit D - Baker Tilly Prepared By Client (PBC) Tracker Responses
Purpose: To demonstrate the scope and detail of requested documents by Baker Tilly and
demonstrate what comments were provided
Source: Baker Tilly Portal; downloaded an excel file; as of June 2026. 18 Documents
Requested
ERP Implementation -
Please provide a crosswalk of chart of
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
User: Mandy Kim, Date: 4/14/2026, Comment: X-Walk needs to be updated —but I provided some
Crosswalk
accounts/funds from GP to TYLER .
Michele Jaderlund,
tools to help identify GP to TYLER accounts.
Tom Gaines
ERP Implementation -
Please provide a GP to TYLER historical
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
User: Mandy Kim, Date: 4/14/2026, Comment: This is a WORK IN PROGRESS_ I have included a
Reconciliation
balance reconciliation.
Michele Jaderlund,
PDF Summary, please read "ERP Implementation Reconciliation Summary.
Tom Gaines
10
Policy and Procedures
Please provide all financial policies and
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
procedures. For example, cash mangement,
Michele Jaderlund,
procurement,etc.
Tom Gaines
11
Code of Ethics
Please provide policy related to the County's
Decorah Anderson-
4/14/2026
User: Decorah Anderson -Cook, Date: 4/8/2026, Comment: I have attached the three policies that
code of conduct/ethics.
Cook, Tom Gaines
refer to Ethics.
12
Audit Report
Please provide the most recent State Audit
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
report, including Management Letter.
Michele Jaderlund,
Tom Gaines
13
Annual Report
Please provide the most recent County
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
User: Mandy Kim, Date: 4/14/2026, Comment: Expecting Publication of Audit report with the next
Annual report.
Michele Jaderlund,
month. There will be changes to the SEFA and Notes but no material changes.
Tom Gaines
14
Single Audit
Please provide the most recent Single Audit
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
report and any applicable submitted
Michele Jaderlund,
Corrective Action Plan.
Tom Gaines
15
Training Documentation
Please provide any training materials related
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
User: Mandy Kim, Date: 4/14/2026, Comment: Training Materials focuses on our New System but
to the TYLER ERP Implmentation.
Michele Jaderlund,
I have instructional materials related to our Legacy System if needed.
Tom Gaines
16
Transactional Detail
Please provide AP transactional listing for
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
December 2025 from TYLER.
Michele Jaderlund,
Tom Gaines
17
User Access
Please provide a current listing of user access
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
User: Mandy Kim, Date: 4/14/2026, Comment: Note - as we are in the process of implementing
and security premissions for TYLER.
Michele Jaderlund,
HRM, training roles exist for those key personnel that give more than normal access as part of the
Tom Gaines
implementation, once implemented, role access will be reduced based on job duties.
1
Payroll
Please provide the December 2025 payroll
Mandy Kim,
4/14/2026
register with detailed employee accruals and
Decorah Anderson -
pay items.
Cook, Michele
Jaderlund, Tom
Gaines
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Master Services Agreement Statement of Work
CONSULTING SERVICES
Grant County, Washington
December 22, 2025
This Statement of Work ("SOW") is issued pursuant to the Master Services Agreement (the "MSK or
"Agreement") between Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and you. This SOW incorporates all terms and conditions
of the Agreement as if fully set forth herein. Any term not otherwise defined shall have the meaning specified in
the Agreement. For the purposes of this SOW, Grant County, Washington may be referred to as "County" or
"Client."
Scope of Services
We will provide the County with consulting services related to two projects: 1-payroll internal audit and 2) an,
internal controls review. We will compare to best practices, focusing on key':'"`�controls critical to protecting the
County's assets and compliance with policies. We will achieve both projects,working collaboratively with the
County, including those charged with governance, management, and, steft-"
Project 1 — Payroll Internal Audit
Our approach to the payroll internal audit involves planning, :fieldwork, interviews,dbcumenting evidence to
support findings, recommendations, and high -impact rep rtl19
...' ;F:that typically includes::,,-...-,�implementation plans.
Importantly, our project approach will be tailored to meet,..th u nty's needs best. This payroll internal audit will
specifically focus on the Solid Waste Division of Public ::'.'.W: 6-rks and will cover fiscal years 2024-and 2025.
Phase One: Start -Up and Management
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This phase concentrates on comprehensive, collaborative pIang-
1 project management. We'll establish
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"how to best provide status reports, how andVhen. to share resul: -and define project management activities for
the duration of the engagement.
• ... . ...withCouhf__:':;_to c nfirm expectations and discuss
Initiate Project: We will conduct a kickoffo
overall project scope, logistics, deliverab[ timing,'an.di:ipr.ogress reporting requirements. We will clarify
providing requested documents and
the responsibilities of Baker Tilly and County personnel,,.. provi
...... it. fth format of the required deliverable.
scheduling interviews) ,.ffiel:.11ming of sped iq:proiectactivi activities, e
z 'our approach to each project phase.
We will also establi h-"'_a" e ..n interview and fini ry
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• Perform project a,h management: Weill condubf-'igorous project management for the duration of the
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-:project, includworking through issues and solving problems"rdinatingwith the County;
monitoring progress :�,��,-against.-.-;j�the ,.-,.��,,-,approved work Dian. an. and developing, submitting, and discussing
progress reports with.' e County.
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Pr.ovi,ae.-.''q,uall'it.Y,".�-�.bssurance..,. We believe it is important to recognize the need for quality by delivering
excellent client= e and oversight. A principal will review all deliverables before
-Submittal to the County,
Phase T: Wd: Fact Finding
In this phbae�we'll conduct employee interviews, review documents, and perform walk-throughs. Once
interviews and ::,:.d ocuments have been reviewed, we will develop our detailed work plan.
• Review Documents: We .Will gather relevant documentation for review. Examples include statutory,
regulatory, and existing payroll policies and procedures. The objectives of documentation review include
gaining a suffi:c'.i-"e'n*'*t*,:7understanding of your environment, further defining issues and surrounding facts,
and gaining insights- to prepare for interviews.
• Conduct interviews and walk-throughs: We will interview key County personnel to identify areas of
greatest risk and concern and gain an understanding of opportunities for improvement. We will work
with the County to schedule interviews. As part of these interviews, we will also perform process walk-
throughs. Walk-throughs are interviews where we learn about relevant processes, internal controls,
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Grant County, Washington
December 22,2025
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compliance, and performance details. Walk-throughs will also allow us to make initial observations to
identify important questions and issues that require follow-up.
• Develop process memo and risk assessment: Based on all information gathered, we'll prepare a
process memo to document the Solid Waste Division's current payroll processes. We'll also develop a
project specific risk assessment to evaluate the overall risks identified during the fact-finding phase and
develop our planned audit approach and workplan to assess and test each risk area identified.
• Develop a detailed work plan: Based on the information learned in Phase Two, we will develop a detailed
work plan to define the risks that will be reviewed and the planned procedures. We will discuss the
detailed work plan with the County, seek feedback, and update as needed. The detailed work plan will
be used to carry out Phase Three.
Phase Three: Analysis
Once our workplan has been agreed upon, we'll begin our fieldwork. This phase allows us to access the most
current information available and gives us powerful insights from.your personnel and Ap,currientation. Based on
firsthand input gained during our planning in the previous phase, we will evaluate the 'i'rnportance, impact, and
scope of our assessment findings in order to develop solution options and recommendations
• Perform Detailed Testing: We'll perform detailed internal audit fieldwork based on the results of our fact
finding and risk assessment. We'll conduct audit procedures�to test the risks and assess their overall
impact, which may include:
o Reviewing whether systems access.to key functions of human resources and payroll modules
are properly restricted to only allow for those employees vuho warrant edit access to have access
and that access promotes segregation'of duties to control the payroll function
o Assessing whether payroll activity and systems _access change reports are monitored on a
regular basis, and he results of the reviewaro assess and documented
o Selecting samples of payroll disbursements to test for key internal controls including those
related to timekeeping entry and approval, time importing, pre and post payroll processing
reviews, change and variance handling; disbursement, and general ledger posting
o Selecting samples of pay rate: changes, new hires, and terminations to assess whether
adequate controls were 'in placeto process payroll -related changes
o Performing data mining analysis, including techniques such as trend analysis, duplicate key
detection, and gap analysis. Performing data -mining analysis techniques allows us to assess
large sets of data to identify risks or potential issues, extrapolate results, and/or draw
conclusions
• Develop policy and procedure: Based on the results of our fact finding and analysis, we will develop a
policy and procedure for the payroll function within the Solid Waste Division. This policy and procedure
will include .best practice 'recommendations to help ensure that the Solid Waste Division has internal
controls in place whilel lso maintaining efficient payroll processes. After drafting this policy and
procedure, we will review`with management and make updates, as necessary, to best refine the policy
and procedure':`fhe,Solid Waste Division.
• Prepare draft findings and recommendations: We will draft findings and add recommendations based
on our analysis. Recommendations will focus on implementing appropriate actions to enhance efficiency
and effectiveness, reduce risks, and strengthen controls.
• Present draft findings and recommendations: We will present draft findings and recommendations to
the County. Sharing draft findings and recommendations aims to test the recommendations' practicality
and avoid surprises.
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December 22,2025
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Phase Four: Reporting
In the final phase, we'll conclude the project by communicating findings and recommendations in both draft and
final reports. These typically include a high-level executive summary for non -technical readers, a detailed
implementation plan, and a presentation of our final report to the County.
Phase Two: Fact Finding
In this phase, we'll conduct employee interviews, review documents, and perform walk-throughs. Once
interviews and documents have been reviewed, we will develop our detailed work plan.
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Grant County, Washington
December 22,2025
Page 4 of 7
Review Documents: We will gather relevant documentation for review. Examples include statutory,
regulatory, and policies and procedures for key financial functions such as accounts receivable, revenue
and billing, cash management, fixed assets, payroll and timekeeping, inventory, financial reporting,
purchasing and accounts payable. The objectives of documentation review include gaining a sufficient
understanding of your environment, further defining issues and surrounding facts, and gaining insights
to prepare for interviews.
• Conduct interviews and walk-throughs: We will interview key County;:personnel to identify areas of
greatest risk and concern and gain an understanding of opportunities, for 'improvement. We will work
with the County to schedule interviews. As part of these interviews, vve will also perform process walk-
throughs. Walk-throughs are interviews where we learn about relevant processes, internal controls,
compliance, and performance details. Walk-throughs will also a(Iow us to make initial observations to
identify important questions and issues that require follow-up`.`..
• Develop a detailed work plan: Based on the information:learned in Phase Two, we will develop a detailed
work plan to define the internal controls that will be reviewed and the planned procedures. We will
discuss the detailed work plan with the County, seek `feedback, and update as needed. The detailed
work plan will be used to carry out Phase Three
Phase Three: Analysis
Once our workplan has been agreed upon, we'll begin our fieldwork Activifiies include documentation review,
walk-throughs, and sample testing. This phase allows us to access the most current information available and
gives us powerful insights from your personnel and documentation Based on firsthand input gained during our
planning in the previous phase, we will evaluate the importance, impact, and scope of our assessment findings
in order to develop solution options and hs-
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• Assess internal controls We will compare the County's key internal controls to best practices. Examples
of areas of focus relative to key controls include the assignment of authority and responsibility for
protecting County assets po'(icy compliance, police s and procedures; approval thresholds; and control
activities such as separation of duties, authorization, and approval, review and reconciliation, variance
analysis, documentation, and physical inventories. We will work with the County to finalize the key
controls to be roviewed. The scope of the internal controls review will include the following aspects:
o Identifying control o e'dtives in specific areas and identifying controls that would satisfy each
1 control o iective
o Reviewing policies and procedures.
o Examining relevant documentation in support of select key controls.
o Performing control walk throughs to observe the design of key controls and understand workflow
processes.
o Assessing whether the controls in place would prevent or detect errors.
o Identifying key..controls that need to be implemented or changed.
o Evaluating ;:monitoring activities currently in place.
Once the key controls have been sufficiently reviewed, we will be able to populate an internal controls
assessment framework with the following internal controls information: control objectives, control issues,
recommendations, likelihood of occurrence, and impact of occurrence.
• Prepare draft findings and recommendations: We will draft findings and add recommendations based
on our analysis. Recommendations will focus on implementing appropriate actions to enhance efficiency
and effectiveness, reduce risks, and strengthen controls.
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December 22,2025
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• Present draft findings and recommendations: We will present draft findings and recommendations to
the County. Sharing draft findings and recommendations aims to test the recommendations' practicality
and avoid surprises.
Phase Four: Reporting
In the final phase, we'll conclude the project by communicating findings and recommendations in both draft and
final reports. These typically include a high-level executive summary for non -technical readers, a detailed
implementation plan, and a presentation of our final report to the County.
• Submit draft report: Our work will be packaged in a draft report for review by the County. The draft report
will include the necessary level of detail to allow the document'to stand on its own and include the
following:
o Executive summary
o Commendations
o Objectives, scope, and methodology
o Findings and recommendations
o Implementation plan, upon request
o Management response
Submit final report: Based on feedback fro
final report.
Present final report: We will present the
these briefings.
we will revise the draft report and submit our
ounty and�p_repare a presentation to facilitate
We will perform the Services in accordance with the Staandards for Consulting Services established by the
American Institute of Cert"feed Public Accountants. Accordingly, we will provide no opinion, attestation, or other
form of assurance with respect to our work_ or the information upon which our work is based. The procedures
we will be performing w�ll,not constitute an examination or a review in accordance with generally accepted
auditing standards or attestation standards
Your Responsibilities
The County's responsibility is to define the overall scope of the work to be performed. We will report to and take
direction from your appointed project liaison. The County is responsible for the implementation of actions
identified during this engagement and the results achieved from using any services or deliverables. We have
not been engaged to and will not perform management functions, make management decisions, act, or appear
to act in a capacity equivalent =to that of an employee. The County remains responsible for implementing and
operating an sdequate internal control system.
Responsibility for, Financial Statements
You are fully responsible for your financial statements, including the establishment and maintenance of
adequate records and effective internal controls over financial reporting. Baker Tilly assumes no responsibility
to provide you with assurance about the accuracy of financial statements, or whether such financial statements
are free of misstatements due to fraud or in compliance with applicable laws or regulations.
Management Responsibilities:
We are required to remain independent with respect to attest clients of our affiliated entities. To protect against
an impairment of independence, whether now or in the future, Client management must accept the
responsibilities set forth below related to this engagement:
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• Assume all management responsibilities.
• Oversee the services by designating an individual, preferably within senior management, who
possesses skill, knowledge, and/or experience to oversee our services. The individual is not required to
possess the expertise to perform or reperform the services.
• Evaluate the adequacy and results of the services performed.
• Accept responsibility for the results of the services performed.
It is our understanding that the Client will designate an appropriate person to oversee our services and that, in
the opinion of the Client, such person is qualified to oversee the services as outlined above. If any issues or
concerns in this area arise during the course of our engagement, we will discuss them with you prior to
continuing with the engagement.
Charges for Services
Our fee estimate for the services described above are presented in the table below, and the services will be
billed at a blended discounted rate of $250 per hour.
Project 1: Payroll Internal Audit $40,000
Project 2: Internal Controls Review $45,000
In addition to fees, we will charge you for expenses. Our invoices include a flat expense charge, calculated as
five percent (5%) of fees, to cover expenses such as copying costs, postage, administrative billable time, report
processing fees, filing fees, and technology expenses. Travel related time will be charged at 50% of the standard
rate(s). Travel expenses and client meals/entertainment expenses will be billed separately and are not included
in the 5% charge.
This SOW is effective as of the date set forth above.
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GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
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BAKER TILLY ADVISORY GROUP, LP
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