Pursuant to federal regulations, Uniform Administrative Requirements Section 200.511, the following is the finding as noted in the Northern Michigan University Single Audit Act Compliance report for the year ended June 30, 2025, and corrective action to be completed. 2025-001 – Lack of Drawdown Revi...
Pursuant to federal regulations, Uniform Administrative Requirements Section 200.511, the following is the finding as noted in the Northern Michigan University Single Audit Act Compliance report for the year ended June 30, 2025, and corrective action to be completed. 2025-001 – Lack of Drawdown Review Procedures Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The University did not have documented review procedures in place for federal grant drawdowns under the Research and Development cluster. Drawdowns were processed without a formal review or approval process to verify that amounts requested were based on allowable expenditures. This deficiency increases the risk of drawing federal funds in excess of actual expenditures or for unallowable costs, potentially resulting in noncompliance with federal regulations. Auditor Recommendation. The University should implement formal review procedures for all federal grant drawdowns, including enhancing policies around reviewing drawdowns, designated reviewers, and system controls to ensure drawdowns are accurate, allowable, and properly supported. Corrective Action. The University is developing formal grant drawdown review procedures that outlines required documentation and review steps around federal grant drawdowns. Responsible Person. Jamie Beauchamp, Controller Anticipated Completion Date. January 31, 2026.