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Audit 357734

FY End
2023-06-30
Total Expended
$15.16M
Findings
56
Programs
13
Organization: State Education Resource Center (CT)
Year: 2023 Accepted: 2025-06-02
Auditor: Whittlesey PC

Organization Exclusion Status:

Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
562092 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562093 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562094 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562095 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562096 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562097 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562098 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562099 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562100 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562101 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562102 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562103 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562104 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562105 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
562106 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562107 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562108 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562109 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562110 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562111 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562112 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562113 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562114 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562115 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562116 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562117 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562118 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
562119 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138534 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138535 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138536 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138537 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138538 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138539 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138540 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138541 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138542 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138543 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138544 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138545 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138546 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138547 2023-001 Material Weakness Yes P
1138548 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138549 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138550 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138551 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138552 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138553 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138554 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138555 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138556 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138557 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138558 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138559 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138560 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P
1138561 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes P

Programs

ALN Program Spent Major Findings
84.027A Special Education Grants to States $8.90M Yes 2
84.425V Education Stabilization Fund $2.47M Yes 2
84.425R Education Stabilization Fund $1.45M Yes 2
84.425U Education Stabilization Fund $977,037 Yes 2
84.425D Education Stabilization Fund $625,493 Yes 2
93.958 Block Grants for Community Mental Health Services $427,870 Yes 2
93.788 Opioid Str $124,882 - 2
84.310A Statewide Family Engagement Centers $81,978 - 2
84.424A Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program $42,870 - 2
93.630 Developmental Disabilities Basic Support and Advocacy Grants $17,544 - 2
10.560 State Administrative Expenses for Child Nutrition $15,877 - 2
84.325 Special Education - Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities $4,226 - 2
84.184F School Climate Transformation Grant $204 - 2

Contacts

Name Title Type
SCJ6ANVTELE8 Jim Fried Auditee
8606321485 Thomas Goldfuss Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Basis of Presentation Accounting Policies: The expenditures reported on the Schedule are reported on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: Under agreement with the State of Connecticut Department of Education, SERC applies a restricted indirect cost rate of 29.00% to restricted programs and 25.14% unrestricted indirect cost rate to other programs. cost rate. The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (the “Schedule”) includes the federal award activity of State Education Resource Center (“SERC”) under programs of the federal government for the year ended June 30, 2023. The information in this Schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (“Uniform Guidance”). Because the Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of SERC, it is not intended to and does not present the net position, changes in net position, or cash flows of SERC.
Title: Basis of Accounting Accounting Policies: The expenditures reported on the Schedule are reported on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: Under agreement with the State of Connecticut Department of Education, SERC applies a restricted indirect cost rate of 29.00% to restricted programs and 25.14% unrestricted indirect cost rate to other programs. cost rate. The expenditures reported on the Schedule are reported on the accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following the cost principles contained in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. Under agreement with the State of Connecticut Department of Education, SERC applies a restricted indirect cost rate of 29.00% to restricted programs and 25.14% unrestricted indirect cost rate to other programs. cost rate. Pass-through entity identifying numbers are presented where available.

Finding Details

Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-001
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.
Finding 2023-002
Finding No. 2023-001: Financial Reporting – Material Weakness, is also considered a finding under Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs. This finding is applicable to all federal programs. Finding No. 2023-002: Annual Audit Submission – Significant Deficiency Assistance Listing Program Title and Number: All Federal Agency: All Criteria As per the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 200.512 - Report Submission, the audit must be completed and the Data Collection Form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditors’ report, or nine months after the end of the audit period. The due date for the audit and reporting package submission was March 31, 2024. Condition The audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package were not submitted by the due date March 31, 2024. Cause SERC experienced staffing shortages and related difficulties during the fiscal year. As such, SERC was not able to timely prepare for the audit in order for the Uniform Guidance, Data Collection Form and reporting package to be filed by the due date. Effect The audit, Data Collection Form and federal reporting package were not filed on time. Questioned Costs Unknown Context SERC was unable to complete the financial statements and Federal Single Audit by the due date. Recommendation We recommend that all necessary efforts be taken to ensure timely submission of the audit, Data Collection Form and reporting package. Management’s Response/View of Responsible Officials Management agrees with this finding, see the Corrective Action Plan.