Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-001: Missing Supporting Documentation (Expenses)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Although our exceptions did not disclose exceptions to Federal
award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of internal controls to comply
with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Condition: During the current year audit, we had significant difficulty in obtaining supporting
documentation around general expenditures, particularly vendor invoices and contracts. Although our
testwork did not disclose exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to
maintain a system of internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal
activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of control testwork over UHU's cash disbursement cycle as
well as substantive testing of Federal expenditures.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various expenditures.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to verify certain expenditures recorded in the general
ledger, verify payee of the funds, verify terms or contract, or confirm each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-001
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintained so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Finding 2021-002: Missing Supporting Documentation (Receipts)
Information on the Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 CFR 200 Section 200.333 establishes requirements of
retention of financial records, supporting documents, statistical records and all other non-Federal entity
records as it relates to Federal awards. Condition: During our audit, we noted several instances where backup documentation supporting
certain cash receipts were not available for inspection. Although our testwork did not disclose
exceptions to Federal award documentation specifically, UHU is required to maintain a system of
internal controls to comply with its own record retention policy for non-Federal activity.
Context: Our audit procedures consisted of substantive testwork over UHU's revenue cycle.
Cause: UHU did not maintain proper systems to ensure proper filing and maintenance of
documentation supporting various receipts.
Effect or Potential Effect: We were unable to determine the type of income received, verify any donor
mandated restrictions, or confirm the source (payer/donor) of each amount in question for certain
transactions.
Question Cost: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-002
Recommendation: We recommend UHU implement a filing system in which all supporting
documentation is filed and maintain so that it can be easily accessed for future reference.
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Recipients of Federal funding must adhere to specific requirements
on screening of all potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees,
fellows, etc. to ensure the recipient is not conducting business with excluded parties (as defined by the
United States Government). This screening process must also be documented in writing.
Condition: UHU did not consistently perform the screening process for its potential and current
vendors, suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, employees, etc. that were paid with Federal funds.
Context: Payments were made during the fiscal year without performing the proper screening process.
Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random sample of expenditures,
as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold from select expense
accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is deemed to be systemic. Cause: UHU did not have a formal policy in place with regard to suspension and debarment
screenings, although they did occasionally perform screening of potential and current vendors,
suppliers, contractors, subrecipients, and employees.
Effect or Potential Effect: Failure to screen potential and current vendors, suppliers, contractors,
subrecipients, employees, fellows, etc. increases the potential that Federal funds be inadvertently
provided to parties deemed to be suspended or disbarred by the United States Government.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification of Repeat Finding: 2020-005
Recommendation: We recommend UHU establish policies and ensure that all types of parties (as
noted above) are included, and educate its employees on the procedures necessary to ensure full
compliance with this requirement. We also recommend that UHU document each of these screenings
and retain them in the respective files, which should be completed prior to engaging in relationships with
these parties. For ongoing relationships, UHU should consider performing screenings on an annual
basis (and documenting them) to ensure continuous compliance in the event the suspension and
debarment status of any of these parties changes. Lastly, we recommend UHU perform retrospective
screenings on these parties to which it made payments during the fiscal year.
Finding 2021-004: Procurement
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 318 “General procurement standards” states that the non-Federal entity must use its own
documented procurement procedures which reflect applicable State, local, and tribal laws and
regulations, provided that the procurements conform to applicable Federal law and the standards.
Furthermore, paragraph 319 “Competition” states that all procurement transactions must be conducted
in a manner providing full and open competition consistent with these standards.
Condition: During our audit, we experienced difficulty in obtaining complete procurement
documentation for certain transactions selected for testing. Our audit revealed instances in which
procurement documentation was either not completed or lacked a documented justification regarding a
sole source vendor. Context: UHU does not have a documented procurement policy, and is not in noncompliance with
Federal standards. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a random
sample of expenditures, as well as substantive testwork over transactions above a defined threshold
from select expense accounts that were charged to the Federal program. The issue is considered
systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU was not in compliance with their policy.
Effect or Potential Effect: Purchases of goods and services could be made above the prevailing
market rates if the prescribed procurement procedures are not adhered to, and thus, there lies the
potential that UHU will not receive the best value for its purchases. The procurement process should
also allow for an evaluation of potential conflicts of interest with prospective vendors and contractors.
Furthermore, failure to perform the proper procurement procedures could result in disallowance of
Federal expenditures based on lack of fair competition.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-006
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develop internal policies and procedures as it relates to
procurement. Additionally, we recommend UHU’s current procurement thresholds (and methods used
for the competitive bidding) ensure compliance with those thresholds and requirements set forth under
Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.
Finding 2021-005: Timesheets
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200,
paragraph 430 “Compensation – personal services” requires that charges to Federal awards for
salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed, and that
these records must be supported by a system of internal control which provides reasonable assurance
that the charges are accurate, allowable, and properly allocated. Additionally, these records must
comply with established accounting policies and practices of the non-Federal entity.
Condition: Payroll is allocated based on budget. We noted that payroll transactions lacked a timesheet
showing programs worked on during the period or other evidence of proper record-keeping to support
the program allocations of salaries and related expenses in the general ledger. Context: UHU failed to keep adequate time records to support the amounts charged to the general
ledger. Allocation was based on award budget and UHU did not track time using timesheets to reallocate
time each month. Our audit work in this area consisted of internal control testwork over a
random sample of expenditures. The issue is considered systemic in nature.
Cause: UHU’s current policies do not require employees to complete timesheets for each pay period.
Payroll is allocated based on budget.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU could inadvertently mischarge salaries and wages to its various
programs.
Questioned Costs: Undetermined
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-007
Recommendation: We recommend that management enforce its current payroll policies, ensure each
employee completes a timesheet that pertains to each payroll period and which documents the
allocation of time worked on departments, projects and affiliates (per the policy). Furthermore, the
finance department should prepare and maintain a reconciliation between the program allocations (as
documented in the approved timesheets) and the general ledger in order to ensure a full and accurate
audit trail of payroll expenditures.
Finding 2021-006: Financial Reports
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: 2 CFR §200.512 requires that the completed audit, data collection
form, and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the
auditor's report(s), or nine months after the end of the audit period.
Condition: UHU has been behind on the audit process and submission of reports has been delayed.
Context: Due to delays in prior year audits, UHU was unable to submit the required reports by the
required deadline. Cause: UHU did not have controls in place to ensure timely submission of their reports. Additionally, the
information used to compile the financial data during the period for reporting was not reconciled timely
to ensure appropriate reporting of the actual activity.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: None noted.
Identification as a Repeat Finding, if Applicable: Repeat of Finding 2020-008
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU ensure that these reports are submitted within the
required time period.
Finding 2021-007: Eligibility
Information on Federal Program: Assistance Listing Numbers 93.914 and 93.917
Criteria or Specific Requirement: The U.S Department of Health and Human Services requires
certain requirements for participants to be eligible to participate in the program.
Condition: We were unable to verify eligibility of some of the participants selected for testwork.
Context: UHU was unable to provide documentation that participants met certain eligibility
requirements specified under the program.
Cause: UHU did not have a proper storage and filing system in place for documents.
Effect or Potential Effect: UHU was not in compliance with this regulation.
Questioned Costs: Indeterminable
Identification as a Repeat Finding: 2020-010
Recommendation: We recommend that UHU develops internal policies and procedures as it relates to
eligibility. UHU needs to acquire and maintain the eligibility documents so they are easily accessible to
ensure compliance with requirements sent forth under Uniform Guidance, CFR §200 subpart D.