Public sector audit services

Public sector audit services

Public sector audits performed by deeply experienced auditors


Avoid missed deadlines and noncompliance with high-quality public sector audit services from a team with expansive industry and audit knowledge.

Our partners are dedicated to the public sector, having served a combined total of 320 years as auditors.1 We’re also active in professional associations that set industry standards, often serving as board members. This gives us the right qualifications for the types of audits you need.

1 Based on Crowe data as of August 2023.

We serve a broad spectrum of areas, including:

  • Transportation
  • Public employee retirement systems
  • Colleges and universities
  • State and local governments
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • K-12 school districts
  • Foundations
  • Associations

Proven experience is an asset to public sector clients


Over $13 billion audited in federal funds2

Our auditing team has expansive experience working with federal funds.

2 Based on Federal Audit Clearinghouse analysis of audit reports for calendar year 2022.

93% client retention rate3

Our team aims to provide a high-quality experience and is pleased to welcome back clients year after year.

3 Based on client data from FY22 to FY23, as of May 5, 2023.

Learn about some of our public sector accomplishments

Work with us


We understand the complexities you face and have the hands-on experience to provide you with a high-quality public sector audit.

  • Crowe audit partners are actively involved in each client engagement, offering guidance and expertise in industry and quality control standards.
  • We stay active on the Financial Accounting Standards Board, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council, and other regulatory bodies as well as professional associations and higher education boards that set industry standards.
  • We are well versed in advanced technologies that streamline processes, support quality, and enhance efficiencies.

Our decades of public sector industry expertise and technology-enabled audit approach can provide your organization greater confidence in the audit performed.

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Kelly Frank
Public Sector Audit Leader; Office Managing Partner, New York and Livingston