NHS Wakefield CCG External Audit

1. Audit scope 1.1. To audit the accounts of the CCG in accordance with the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 1.2. To be satisfied that the accounts of the CCG present a true and fair view, and comply with the requirements of the enactments that apply to them 1.3. To be satisfied that proper practices have been observed in the preparation of the CCG’s accounts 1.4. To be satisfied that the accounts of the CCG are prepared in accordance with the Department of Health Group Accounting Manual (GAM) 1.5. To provide opinions in accordance with the relevant regulations and the GAM 1.6. To be satisfied that the CCG has made proper arrangements for securing economy, efficiency and effectiveness in its use of resources under the Code of Practice prepared by the Comptroller and Auditor General 1.7. To be satisfied that money provided by Parliament has been expended for the purposes intended by Parliament 1.8. To be satisfied that resources authorised by Parliament to be used have been used for the purposes in relation to which the use was authorised 1.9. To be satisfied that the financial transactions of the CCG are in accordance with any authority which is relevant to the transactions 1.10. A senior member of the audit team to attend all meetings of the Audit Committee 1.11. To provide at each Audit Committee meeting a technical update of issues that are impacting the health sector. 1.12. To provide expertise and support as required on technical matters to the CCG 1.13. To act as a critical friend to the CCG through ensuring that governance arrangements and financial stewardship enable the CCG to discharge its statutory duties 1.14. To work with the CCG’s Internal Auditors as required 1.15. To provide professional advice regarding changes to accounting practices and principles as advised by the appropriate accounting and regulatory bodies. Details must be included of how this knowledge is maintained and updated.