Under the direction of the Audit Committee, the SRS Office of Audit and Consulting Services (OACS) focuses on key risks the agency faces, providing consulting and quality assurance services for the agency as well as traditional auditing functions.

EVALUATING RISKS
SRS auditors identify and evaluate risk related to the goals and objectives of the agency. Risks are identified and classified, the consequences are measured according to severity and likelihood, and control procedures are examined to ensure management is addressing the risk.

RECOMMENDING CONTROLS
SRS auditors evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of controls to meet the agency's goals and objectives. Controls refer to ethical values, consistency in meeting goals and performance measures.

CONFIRMING INFORMATION
SRS auditors make sure that information is factual, accurate and complete. This is done by checking that the various data systems are processing information according to the intent, that information is entered into the systems accurately, and that reports are answering the questions intended.

ANALYZING OPERATIONS
SRS auditors are well versed in SRS goals and objectives and examine and analyze processes to determine if SRS is operating effectively and efficiently. Findings are reported and recommendations for appropriate action are made.

REVIEWING COMPLIANCE
SRS auditors ensure that SRS is adhering to federal and state policies, rules and regulations. Policies and procedures are the backbone of any organization. When guidelines are not adhered to goals may not be met and funding can be jeopardized.

ASSURING SAFEGUARDS
SRS auditors review the means used by SRS to protect its assets including buildings, equipment, human resources, finances, and information and determine if adequate protections are in place.