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Overview
The mission of the Niskayuna Central School District Audit & Finance Committee is to provide independent advice, assistance, and recommendations to the board in the oversight of the internal and external audit functions of the district.
Audit & Finance Committee Meetings
The Audit & Finance Committee meets a minimum of four times per year, with additional meetings scheduled as necessary. Meetings are open to the public and held in the District Office Board Room. As meetings are scheduled, they are posted on the Board of Education schedule and the Calendar.
Audit & Finance Committee Membership
Three Board of Education members serve on the Audit & Finance Committee. In addition, the Audit & Finance Committee Charter was updated in June 2014 to include two community members who are not board members.
Audit & Finance Committee Meeting Documents & Minutes
Audit & Finance Committee minutes and reports are generally accepted by the Board of Education. The meeting agendas are available on BoardDocs.
External Audits
Each year, in accordance with New York State regulations, an independent auditor conducts a review of the district’s financial statements. After the audit is completed, it is reviewed by the Audit & Finance Committee and accepted by the Board. Additionally, the Office of the New York State Comptroller conducts periodic audits assessing how districts use taxpayer money, improve operations, ensure financial controls, and comply with laws, focusing on efficiency, waste reduction, and accountability through findings and recommendations for better management of funds, payroll, IT, and capital projects.
- View all external audits on the Financial Statements & Fiscal Transparency page.