Historical Resolution Tracking Feature » 2009-04-23 - Approval for Engagement of Auditors for FY09-10
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2009-04-23 - Approval for Engagement of Auditors for FY09-10
Board authorized ICANN's CFO to engage Moss Adams LLP as the auditors for fiscal year ending 30 June 2009.
- Engage auditor
- Responsible entity: ICANN CFO
- Due date: None specified
- Completion date: May 2009
Whereas, the ICANN Bylaws in Article XVI, Section 3 <http://www.icann.org/general/bylaws.htm>, requires that at the end of the fiscal year, the books of ICANN must be audited by certified public accountants. The Bylaws also state that the appointment of the fiscal auditors shall be the responsibility of the Board.
Whereas, the Board Audit Committee and staff interviewed Moss Adams LLP.
Whereas, the Chair of the Board Audit Committee has received a proposal from Moss Adams LLP to be engaged as the auditor for the fiscal year ending 30 June 2009.
Whereas, the Board Audit Committee has reviewed the proposed engagement letter and professional services agreement and recommends to the Board that ICANN enter into this engagement.
Whereas, the Board Audit Committee has requested staff to investigate best practice guidelines and options for switching partners and/or engaging other auditors in subsequent audits given that Moss Adams LLP has served as ICANN's auditor for the past four years.
Resolved (2009-04-23-02), the Board authorizes the Chief Financial Officer of ICANN to engage Moss Adams LLP as the auditors for fiscal year ending 30 June 2009.
- No additional funding provided.