New York Subsidiary Audit Requirements: Complete Guide

Introduction

The New York subsidiary audit requirements apply to both for-profit and nonprofit WOS entities. Transitioning through audits can seem daunting. However, understanding key thresholds and steps ensures smoother compliance.


Understanding New York Subsidiary Audit Requirements

Audit Triggers for For-Profit Subsidiaries

  • Contractual Clauses: Many government and corporate contracts include audit stipulations.
  • Investor & Lender Mandates: Financial agreements often require audited statements.
  • Voluntary Assurance: Companies seeking higher transparency may opt for audits to build stakeholder trust.

Audit Thresholds for Nonprofit Subsidiaries

  • Revenue Over $1 Million: Must file an audited financial statement with the New York Attorney General’s Charities Bureau.
  • Revenue Between $250,000–$1 Million: Requires a CPA-prepared review report.
  • Expending Federal Funds Over Threshold: Nonprofits spending ≥ $1 Million in federal awards face additional Single Audit rules.

Federal Single Audit Requirements

Entities—regardless of structure—that expend more than $1 Million in federal awards must conduct a Single Audit under OMB Uniform Guidance. This audit verifies compliance with federal funding rules and ensures proper use of public dollars.


Steps to Prepare Your New York Subsidiary for Audit

  1. Assess Legal Structure & Revenue: Clarify your WOS’s entity type and annual revenue.
  2. Review Contracts & Funding: Identify any audit clauses in agreements and federal funding sources.
  3. Engage an NY-Licensed CPA: Select a firm experienced with New York State’s audit landscape.
  4. Strengthen Internal Controls: Document processes, approvals, and reconciliations.
  5. Schedule Pre-Audit Reviews: Conduct mock audits to uncover and resolve issues early.

Ready to ensure seamless compliance? Contact our expert audit team today for a tailored review of your New York subsidiary audit requirements and turn audit challenges into confidence.

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