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# Independent CPA Required — Accounting Software Testing, Validation & Certification ## Project Overview We are seeking an **independent, licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA)** to perform a comprehensive functional and accounting-integrity review of a newly developed accounting platform designed specifically for condominium associations, HOAs, and property management companies. The platform, **Total Association (TA)**, contains a complete accounting system including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing, assessments, payments, credits, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, journal entries, budgeting, liabilities, and automated accounting processes. This is **not a bookkeeping project and not a software-development project**. We need a qualified accounting professional to independently test the accounting system, verify that transactions are processed and reported according to proper accounting principles, identify any deficiencies, retest corrections, and ultimately provide a **formal signed independent CPA report / attestation documenting the procedures performed and the results**. ## REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS The selected professional **must be a currently licensed CPA**. Preference will be given to CPAs licensed in the United States with experience in: * Accounting system audits or validations * Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) engagements * Attestation engagements * Accounting software implementation or testing * GAAP accounting * Financial statement preparation/review * General ledger system controls * HOA, condominium, association, or property-management accounting **CPA license information must be provided and independently verifiable.** A CPA certificate belonging to another individual or firm is not acceptable. The professional responsible for the engagement and signing the final report must hold the appropriate license. ## Scope of Work The CPA will be given access to a dedicated test environment and will be expected to independently test the accounting system from transaction entry through the final financial statements. Testing should include, but not necessarily be limited to: ### General Ledger * Chart of accounts * Double-entry accounting * Debit/credit integrity * Journal entries * Adjusting journal entries * Opening balances * Account balances * Posting dates * Accounting periods * Period closing/locking * Reversing transactions * Audit trail integrity ### Accounts Receivable * Membership/association assessments * Special assessments * Invoices * Recurring invoices * Partial payments * Full payments * Overpayments * Unapplied payments * Credits * Partial invoice credits * Full invoice credits * General/unapplied credits * Refunds * Voided transactions * Write-offs * Owner/member balances * Aging reports ### Accounts Payable * Vendor bills * Bill payments * Partial payments * Credits * Voids * Expense recognition * Liability accounts * Payment processing * Vendor balances * AP aging ### Banking * Deposits * Multiple payments combined into deposits * Bank transactions * Bank reconciliation * Outstanding transactions * Cleared transactions * Corrections and reversals * Transfers between accounts ### Financial Statements and Reports The CPA must verify that transactions properly flow through the accounting system and that reports reconcile with the underlying general ledger. Testing should include: * Trial Balance * Balance Sheet * Income Statement / Statement of Revenues and Expenses * General Ledger * Accounts Receivable * Accounts Payable * Bank balances * Owner/member ledgers * Cash activity * Liabilities * Equity/fund balances * Budget versus actual reporting, where applicable The CPA should verify throughout testing that the fundamental accounting equation remains correct: **Assets = Liabilities + Equity** ## Exception and Edge-Case Testing We specifically want the tester to attempt to create difficult accounting situations rather than simply testing the normal workflow. Examples include: * Duplicate payments * Duplicate transactions * Partial payments * Payments exceeding invoice balances * Payments against multiple invoices * Payments without an invoice * Credits larger than invoice balances * Partial and full credits * General/unapplied credits * Voided invoices * Voided payments * Reversals * NSF/returned payments * Transactions entered into incorrect periods * Backdated transactions * Adjustments after reconciliation * Incorrect account assignments * Conflicting or unusual transaction sequences * Rounding conditions * Zero-value transactions * Prior-period adjustments We want the CPA to actively attempt to find situations that could cause: * An incorrect GL balance * An incorrect financial statement * A subsidiary ledger to disagree with the GL * An incorrect owner/member balance * An incorrect bank balance * A transaction to be posted twice * A transaction to disappear from the audit trail * Debits and credits to become unbalanced ## Findings and Retesting Any issue discovered should be documented with: 1. Test performed 2. Expected accounting result 3. Actual result 4. Accounting impact 5. Severity 6. Recommended correction Our development team will correct identified issues. The CPA will then **retest the corrected functionality** and document whether the issue was successfully resolved. ## Final Deliverable — Very Important The objective is not simply to receive informal feedback. At completion, we require a **formal professional report signed by the licensed CPA or CPA firm** describing: * The scope of the engagement * Accounting areas tested * Procedures performed * Transactions/scenarios tested * Findings * Resolution/retesting of findings * Results of the procedures * Any exceptions or limitations We would like this structured, where professionally appropriate, as an **Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) or other appropriate CPA attestation engagement**. The CPA should advise us on the correct professional form of engagement and report that can legitimately be issued based on the work performed. **We are not asking the CPA to make an unsupported statement that the software is “certified.” We want a legitimate independent CPA engagement and signed report that we can provide to prospective management companies, associations, auditors, investors, and other parties as evidence that the accounting system has undergone independent professional testing.** ## When Submitting Your Proposal Please include: * Your full name * CPA license state/jurisdiction * CPA license number or verification information * Whether your license is currently active * Firm name, if applicable * Experience performing AUP or attestation engagements * Experience reviewing or testing accounting software * Experience with HOA/condominium/property-management accounting, if any * Whether you are able to issue a formal signed CPA report at completion * Description of the type of report you recommend for this engagement * Estimated professional fee Please begin your proposal with the words: **“I am a licensed CPA and can issue the final report.”** This will help us separate qualified applicants from general accountants and software testers. ## Important **Bookkeepers, general accountants, software QA testers, developers, and individuals without an active CPA license should not apply.** Technical software-testing experience is helpful, but this engagement requires a professional who can evaluate the **accounting integrity of the system and issue an independent CPA report based on the testing performed.**
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Hi There, We are an India-based accounting and bookkeeping team with Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors and Certified Xero Advisors. Our services are limited to core accounting and bookkeeping support, including: General ledger review and transaction posting, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, Bank and credit card reconciliations, Invoice and bill processing, Chart of accounts review, Journal entries and basic accounting adjustments, Trial Balance, Profit & Loss, and Balance Sheet review, Transaction categorization and accounting data checks. Please note that we typically work on an hourly basis, we are not offering CPA attestation, AUP engagement, software certification, or a signed CPA report under this proposal. Tax preparation, tax filing, and payroll processing are also outside our service scope. Hit me up and we can talk in detail. Regards, Nikita and her team at Affiliazion (D)
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I am a CPA, Masters in Finance. After carefully reading your project description, I think that I am the perfect candidate! With over 13 years of experience. I can guarantee getting the job right the first time. Feel free to view my 100% positive reviews before you hire me and rest assured that you will receive top-quality work at an affordable cost. Kind regards, Javed
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CPA License holder Hi, I am an experienced Associate Member the Certified Cost and Management Accountant (ACMA), a Financial Analyst and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with more than 7+ years' experience in finance. I have gone through your project with interest, and it seems a perfect match with my skills. May I ask you a few questions about your project? What’s the principal activity of your business? Do you have any specific reporting requirements? When would you like to start? I have been providing financial modelling, business analysis, business plans, financial analysis, financial forecasting, Excel, advanced Excel, Visual Basic, payroll, data processing, data entry, finance, accounting, and financial research services and have more than 3+ years with a top-rated audit firm (KPMG), during which I have dealt with a number of clients and provided them extremely satisfactory services. Apart from that, I am also highly proficient in different accounting software packages like Excel, Advanced Excel, QuickBooks, Intuit QuickBooks, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics, Enterprise and more. I am a fast learner, problem solver, detail-orientated and highly organised. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! Looking forward to hearing from you Best regards. Zakwan
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I am a licensed CPA and can issue the final report. I am interested in independently testing and validating Total Association (TA) from an accounting and financial reporting perspective. I have extensive experience in accounting, audit, GAAP, internal controls, reconciliations, and accounting systems including NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, Xero, Business Central, and OneStream. I would test the complete transaction lifecycle, including: * General ledger, journal entries, debits/credits, periods and audit trails * AR, assessments, invoices, payments, credits, refunds and write-offs * AP, vendor bills, payments and liabilities * Bank transactions and reconciliations * Trial balance and financial statements * Owner/member balances and fund/equity accounts For each test, I would compare the expected accounting result with the actual system result and verify: **Transaction → Subledger → GL → Trial Balance → Financial Statements** I would document all exceptions, their accounting impact and recommended corrections, then independently **retest fixes** implemented by the development team. For the final deliverable, I would recommend an **Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) engagement or other appropriate CPA engagement**, depending on the intended use. The final signed report would document the scope, procedures, findings, retesting and any limitations.
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As an experienced Accounting and GST professional, I am well-equipped to provide the meticulous testing and validation your project demands. I have a proven track record in precise examining of accounting software—a skill necessary for our current endeavor. My emphasis on accuracy and detail in handling elements such as Bank Reconciliation, Financial Analysis and General Ledger system controls will greatly contribute to your desired CPA testing outcomes. Furthermore, my blended expertise in Accounting System Audits, GAAP Accounting and Financial Statement Preparation/Review make me an ideal choice for checking the robustness of your platform's automated accounting processes. I can ensure that transactions are promptly processed and reported complying with the highest accounting principles. I recognize the significance of providing authentic, foolproof attestations and my experience will guarantee a top-quality independent CPA report / attestation that comprehensively documents all procedures conducted and results obtained. My past work solidly indicates my capability to handle complex financial scenarios—I look forward to creating and evaluating difficult case scenarios of your accounting system to test its mettle thoroughly. All in all, with me on board, you will get a technically sound, licensed CPA whose skills align impeccably with your requirements.
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I recently assisted a property management company by validating their accounting software, ensuring it met all necessary standards. I will help you achieve a thorough evaluation of your accounting platform, focusing on integrity and compliance. I understand you need someone to perform a comprehensive review of the system's functionality and ensure that it adheres to GAAP principles while providing a formal signed CPA report. We specialize in conducting attestation engagements and AUP assessments. Although we are still building our portfolio on freelancer.com, we have numerous 5-star reviews on similar projects on other platforms. It would be our privilege to support you in this project, and choosing us is a decision you won’t regret. There's no pressure at all. Best case, we create something great together. Worst case, you get a free consultation and a clearer direction for your project. Regards, Henco Burger.
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I am a licensed CPA and can issue the final report. I have experience with accounting systems, GAAP, general ledger controls, financial reporting, reconciliations, and independent testing of accounting processes. I understand this is more than software QA—the goal is to independently verify that transactions flow correctly from entry through the financial statements. I can develop and execute detailed test scenarios covering GL, AR, AP, banking, reconciliations, reporting, audit trails, edge cases, and the accounting equation. I’ll document each finding, its accounting impact and severity, and retest corrections. I can also recommend the appropriate AUP/attestation structure and provide a formal signed report documenting the procedures, results, exceptions, and limitations. CPA license details, relevant experience, engagement approach, and fee can be provided upon request.
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With a background in financial planning, forecasting, and modeling, I have amassed extensive knowledge of accounting systems, their validation and audit. As a skilled Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with experience in accounting software implementation and testing, I will execute the independent review you seek for 'Total Association (TA)'. I have a solid understanding of GAAP principles and an acute sense for identifying errors or inconsistencies in financial statements. I can ensure that your accounting system adheres strictly to these principles while maintaining efficiency for condominium associations, HOAs, and property management companies. Moreover, my ability to deploy risk-based testing strategies will prove beneficial. Not only will I validate transactions as per proper accounting principles, but I'll also intentionally create difficult accounting situations to ascertain the resilience and adaptability of your system. This way, you can rest easy knowing your software is equipped to handle any situation it may face. With my skills in Financial Analysis and Audit examination combined with my thoroughness, accuracy and strong eye for detail, you can be certain that every aspect of the Total Association's functionality will be meticulously analyzed before generating a conclusive CPA report for your platform. Allow me to leverage my expertise to provide the quality assurance you need for this project.
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I am a licensed CPA and can issue the final report. Hi There!!! Understood that you need an independent accounting professional to test Total Association from transaction entry through financial reporting, identify accounting exceptions, oversee corrections, and provide a properly structured signed report. The engagement can cover general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliation, financial statements, audit trails, edge cases, accounting controls, and detailed retesting. Findings will be documented with expected results, actual results, accounting impact, severity, and resolution status. A chat would be helpful to review the test environment, required procedures, and preferred AUP or attestation format. Best Regards, "Hussain Ahmed"
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With over 15 years of vast experience in the financial sector, my team and I at COPULAS are perfect for your project. Having been able to build application software like the one you need tested from scratch, we understand how important it is to get a comprehensive and independent review from an expert to ensure it's flawlessly functional and accounting-integrity. Our knowledge of GAAP accounting, HOA, condominium, association or property-management accounting gives us an edge. As licensed Certified Public Accountants with proven track records in accounting software audits or validations, agreed-upon procedures (AUP) engagements and attestation engagements, we can provide the essential third-party perspective you need for your project. We've dedicated significant time in our career working with general ledger systems' controls, testing liabilities and conducting financial statement preparations/reviews. All these combined would allow us to perform effective tests on your system ensuring all transactions are processed according to proper accounting principles. Beyond our technical skills, we pride ourselves on effective communication, meeting deadlines whilst also maintaining long-term relationships with our clients. Rest assured that if chosen for this immense task, our dedication won't wavered post-launch; we will offer continued support when needed. Get a CPA who functions more than just shipping features; get COPULAS!
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I am a licensed CPA and can issue the final report. Hey there! I'm Carl Nnaji, a Texas-licensed CPA with 15+ years of experience in accounting, GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting systems. I can independently test your Total Association platform for accounting accuracy, transaction integrity, reconciliations, and proper financial statement reporting. I will test key areas including GL, A/R, A/P, banking, journal entries, audit trails, and financial statements, including edge cases such as duplicate transactions, partial payments, credits, reversals, voids, and prior-period adjustments. I will document all findings, expected versus actual results, accounting impact, and severity, then retest corrections. Based on the engagement scope, I can also structure the final work as an appropriate AUP engagement and provide a signed CPA report. I would be happy to discuss the testing scope and provide a professional fee and timeline. Best regards, Carl.
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