James M. Larson, CPA

Biography

Mr. Larson has worked in public accounting since 1983, including several years dedicated to performing corporate audits and helping federal contractors comply with FAR and CAS regulations. Mr. Larson’s prior experience in the private sector provided him with hands-on experience implementing accounting and internal control procedures, preparing budgets and financial forecasts, and consulting on investment decisions and employee benefit plans.

For nearly 40 years, Mr. Larson has provided audit and financial management solutions to nonprofit entities and government contractors. Mr. Larson’s client responsibilities include managing all phases of Uniform Guidance audit engagements for international private voluntary organizations receiving USAID and non-US government funds. In this capacity, he is responsible for directing audits of large organizations, field office auditing and staff training. He interacts with management and board members to communicate management comments, audit findings and specific issues, including improvements in accounting and operating systems, and systems of internal control.