Audit 38505

FY End
2022-11-30
Total Expended
$858,030
Findings
38
Programs
11
Organization: Hancock County, Illinois (IL)
Year: 2022 Accepted: 2023-07-27

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
42812 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42813 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42814 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42815 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42816 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42817 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42818 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42819 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42820 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42821 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42822 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42823 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42824 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42825 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42826 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42827 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42828 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42829 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
42830 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619254 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619255 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619256 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619257 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619258 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619259 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619260 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619261 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619262 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619263 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619264 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619265 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619266 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619267 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619268 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619269 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619270 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619271 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P
619272 2022-001 Material Weakness Yes P

Contacts

Name Title Type
N2KQN5N98PQ8 Kris Pilkington Auditee
2173573986 Kamryn Schrepfer Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Federal Insurance and Loans Accounting Policies: Basis of PresentationThe accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of HancockCounty, Illinois and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule ispresented in accordance with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Therefore, some amountspresented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in the preparation of, the basicfinancial statements. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee did not use the de minimis cost rate. Hancock County, Illinois did not have any federal insurance, loans or federal loan guarantees in effect duringthe year ended November 30, 2022.
Title: Subrecipients Accounting Policies: Basis of PresentationThe accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards includes the federal grant activity of HancockCounty, Illinois and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting. The information in this schedule ispresented in accordance with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Therefore, some amountspresented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in the preparation of, the basicfinancial statements. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee did not use the de minimis cost rate. Hancock County, Illinois did not disburse any federal funds to subrecipients during the year endedNovember 30, 2022.

Finding Details

Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk
Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Delbert Kreps, County Board Chairman Kris Pilkington, County Treasurer Holly Wilde-Tillman, County Clerk