Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Contango Ore, Inc. (Note: Input metadata referenced "Contango Silver & Gold Inc.", but the filing identifies the registrant as Contango Ore, Inc.)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: June 03, 2025
Reporting Period: Event-based report regarding a change in certifying accountant.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not contain financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. The document focuses exclusively on corporate governance and audit firm transitions.
Material Changes
- Change in Certifying Accountant: On June 3, 2025, the Company's independent registered public accounting firm, Moss Adams LLP, merged with Baker Tilly US, LLP.
- Auditor Transition: Moss Adams LLP resigned as the Company's auditor effective June 3, 2025. The Audit Committee approved the engagement of Baker Tilly US, LLP as the successor independent registered public accounting firm.
- Historical Audit Status: The audit reports issued by Moss Adams for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the year ended June 30, 2023, did not contain adverse opinions, disclaimers, or qualifications regarding uncertainty, scope, or accounting principles.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
- Disagreements and Reportable Events: The Company confirmed there were no disagreements with Moss Adams regarding accounting principles, financial statement disclosures, or auditing scope/procedures during the relevant periods.
- Consultations: Neither the Company nor its representatives consulted with Baker Tilly regarding accounting applications or potential audit opinions prior to the engagement.
- Management Commentary: The filing states that Moss Adams was provided a copy of the report prior to filing and requested to provide a letter to the Commission regarding their agreement with the statements. A letter dated June 5, 2025, is filed as Exhibit 16.1.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the official name of the registrant is Contango Ore, Inc. (CTGO) and not Contango Silver & Gold Inc.
- Confirm the effective date of the auditor merger and resignation (June 3, 2025).
- Review Exhibit 16.1 (Moss Adams Letter to Commission) for any dissenting opinions regarding the transition.
- Check subsequent filings for the first audit report issued by Baker Tilly US, LLP.