University System Response/Corrective Action Plan
North Dakota State University: Agree. North Dakota State University agrees to certify federal payroll expenses in a timely manner. North Dakota State University implemented a new payroll certification system which went live Spring 2024. Previously,...
University System Response/Corrective Action Plan
North Dakota State University: Agree. North Dakota State University agrees to certify federal payroll expenses in a timely manner. North Dakota State University implemented a new payroll certification system which went live Spring 2024. Previously, North Dakota State University utilized a manual effort reporting process as part of PeopleSoft. The new payroll certification process was built into Novelution Research Management System, which supports multiple aspects of grant management. Novelution allows PIs to review salary information and certify within the software, provides automated reminder emails, and provides a better tracking mechanism for compliance. There has been a learning curve in utilizing the new system, and during FY2025 we continued to refine the process and implement additional mechanisms to improve compliance.
University of North Dakota: Agree. In accordance with University of North Dakota’s policy, we will remind pre-reviewers and certifiers of University of North Dakota's requirement for timely certification. As outlined in the policy, we will invoke the consequences for failing to timely certify, including removing uncertified payroll from a project.
Contact Person:
North Dakota State University: Karin Hegstad, Associate Vice President Finance & Administration
University of North Dakota: Lauren Pite, Director Grants & Contracts
Anticipated Completion Date:
North Dakota State University: June 30, 2025
University of North Dakota: March 31, 2025