Corrective Action Plans

Finding 11596 (2022-009)

Material Weakness 2022

NM

Questioned Costs Equipment & Real Property Management Procurement, Suspension & Debarment

The Finance Grants department along with the Federal Programs department have discovered the need to add additional approver to include Federal Programs Coordinator and/or Federal Programs Specialist in requisition process of all purchases involving federal funds. This adjustment in the approval pro...

The Finance Grants department along with the Federal Programs department have discovered the need to add additional approver to include Federal Programs Coordinator and/or Federal Programs Specialist in requisition process of all purchases involving federal funds. This adjustment in the approval process will assist in catching all needed documentation required for accurate justification and federal compliance. Grants Staff to seek training in purchasing capital assets using grant funds. In addition, verify items that cost over 5k and to make sure there is a 5k equipment form completed/signed and approved by PED and have it attached to the requisition.

View Audit 15407 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 11595 (2022-008)

Material Weakness 2022

Central Consolidated School District

NM

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Special Tests & Provisions

Future wage decisions will be submitted to Finance. Grants Department to complete monthly review to verify information.

View Audit 15407

Finding 11476 (2022-014)

Material Weakness 2022

St. Vincent De Paul Village, Inc.

CA

Questioned Costs Period of Performance Subrecipient Monitoring

Corrective Action: The Grants Accounting team has internally enforced a two-way check on all claims. Claims are reviewed by peer first, then either a Supervisor or Manager of Grants accounting. This two-way review of all claims will ensure that claims are made for invoices during the period of perfo...

Corrective Action: The Grants Accounting team has internally enforced a two-way check on all claims. Claims are reviewed by peer first, then either a Supervisor or Manager of Grants accounting. This two-way review of all claims will ensure that claims are made for invoices during the period of performance. Grants Accountants are also being required to take Financial Management courses online yearly to remain fiscally responsible in their positions. A part of being fiscally responsible is knowing Periods of Performances for grants. Name of Responsible Individual(s): Jason Brenier, CFO Anticipated Completion Date: January 2024

View Audit 15308 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 11474 (2022-013)

Significant Deficiency 2022

St. Vincent De Paul Village, Inc.

CA

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Subrecipient Monitoring § 200.406

Corrective Action: Management will enhance existing procedures within the Grant Accounting process for Request for Reimbursement, aiming to identify controls to ensure credits appropriately reduce the requested funds or that any additional funds are promptly returned in compliance with 2 CFR §200.40...

Corrective Action: Management will enhance existing procedures within the Grant Accounting process for Request for Reimbursement, aiming to identify controls to ensure credits appropriately reduce the requested funds or that any additional funds are promptly returned in compliance with 2 CFR §200.406. Additionally, the Grant Accounting team will conduct extra training sessions for accounting staff and accounts payable personnel to enhance their proficiency in recognizing refunds and credits associated with grant expenses. Name of Responsible Individual(s): Jason Brenier, CFO Anticipated Completion Date: January 2024

View Audit 15308

Finding 11437 (2022-010)

Material Weakness 2022

St. Vincent De Paul Village, Inc.

CA

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.430

Corrective Action: Management, in the immediate term, will review its oversight and controls on the manual process Grants Accounting implemented for obtaining Time & Allocation Excel Sheet and calculating payroll and benefits costs accurately onto the Request for Reimbursement (RFR). Furthermore, ma...

Corrective Action: Management, in the immediate term, will review its oversight and controls on the manual process Grants Accounting implemented for obtaining Time & Allocation Excel Sheet and calculating payroll and benefits costs accurately onto the Request for Reimbursement (RFR). Furthermore, management plans to collaborate with its Payroll Service Provider to capitalize on software upgrades, aiming to enhance the accuracy of Time & Allocation to grants and reduce errors by designing straight-through-process improvements. Name of Responsible Individual(s): Jason Brenier, CFO Anticipated Completion Date: April 2024

View Audit 15308 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 11431 (2022-009)

Significant Deficiency 2022

St. Vincent De Paul Village, Inc.

CA

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management § 200.303 § 200.430

Corrective Action: Management, in the immediate term, will review its oversight and controls on the manual process Grants Accounting implemented for obtaining Time & Allocation Excel Sheet and calculating payroll and benefits costs accurately onto the Request for Reimbursement (RFR). Furthermore, ma...

Corrective Action: Management, in the immediate term, will review its oversight and controls on the manual process Grants Accounting implemented for obtaining Time & Allocation Excel Sheet and calculating payroll and benefits costs accurately onto the Request for Reimbursement (RFR). Furthermore, management plans to collaborate with its Payroll Service Provider to capitalize on software upgrades, aiming to enhance the accuracy of Time & Allocation to grants and reduce errors by designing straight-through-process improvements. Name of Responsible Individual(s): Jason Brenier, CFO Anticipated Completion Date: April 2024

View Audit 15308

Finding 11292 (2022-005)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Practical Farmers of Iowa

IA

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management § 200.303

Recommendation: We recommend the Organization review their policies and procedures to ensure reimbursement requests are properly supported before submission. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Practical Famers of Iowa has hired a new Gran...

Recommendation: We recommend the Organization review their policies and procedures to ensure reimbursement requests are properly supported before submission. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Practical Famers of Iowa has hired a new Grants Finance Manager in August 2023. This was a new hire and new position within PFI. With the ability of the new accounting software to build budgets, apply expenses and deposits to specific grants and monitor reporting it required a Grants Finance Manager to assist with monitoring of this information. With the additional hire of the Grants Finance Manager, proper approval processes throughout all expenditures and deposits, it allows for accurate filing to be consistent from the start. Each grant has a grant owner, Heather Brown, Grants Finance Manager, builds the approved budget that was previously approved by Executive Staff, Sally Worley, Alisha Bowers, Kasey Bunce, Sarah Carlson and Christine Zrostlik. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Sally Worley, Executive Director, Kasey Bunce, Finance Director, Chastity Schonhorst Finance Coordinator, Alisha Bower, Senior Operations Director, Sarah Carlson, Senior Program & Member Engagement Director, and Christine Zrostlik, Marketing & Communications Director. Planned completion date for corrective action plan: This has already been implemented as of March, 2023.

View Audit 15127 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 11291 (2022-004)

Material Weakness 2022

Practical Farmers of Iowa

IA

Questioned Costs Cash Management Period of Performance § 200.303

Recommendation: We recommend the Organization implement a process to evaluate if expenses are eligible for reimbursement during the grant period. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: As mentioned above w...

Recommendation: We recommend the Organization implement a process to evaluate if expenses are eligible for reimbursement during the grant period. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: As mentioned above with the implementation of our new accounting software in March 2023, it allows for expenses and payments to be allocated to each grant as intended and drawn down specifically to that grant. In doing this, it allows for constant and consistent tracking for live to date tracking and allows for revenue and expenses to be reviewed and reported at any point in time. In allowing for constant tracking of this information it allows us to send out monthly and/or quarterly invoices for reimbursement from our grantors. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Sally Worley, Executive Director, Kasey Bunce, Finance Director, Chastity Schonhorst Finance Coordinator, Alisha Bower, Senior Operations Director, Sarah Carlson, Senior Program & Member Engagement Director, and Christine Zrostlik, Marketing & Communications Director. Planned completion date for corrective action plan: This has already been implemented as of March, 2023.

View Audit 15127 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 10802 (2022-007)

Material Weakness 2022

City of Muskegon Heights

MI

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management Material Weakness

2022-007 – Reporting (Repeat Finding) Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The City has not performed all of the required Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds expenditure reporting. Specifically, the Project and Expenditure reports have either not been submitted as required, or ...

2022-007 – Reporting (Repeat Finding) Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The City has not performed all of the required Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds expenditure reporting. Specifically, the Project and Expenditure reports have either not been submitted as required, or material errors were noted in the reports submitted. As a result of this condition, the City did not comply completely with the reporting requirements of the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds grant. Auditor Recommendation. We recommend that the City contact the appliable federal agency to address technical issues with the online grant reporting portal and perform required reporting, making corrections as needed related to any previously filed reports in error. Corrective Action. City staff has accessed these reports and attempted to submit all required reports. Ongoing reports have been submitted on time. Assistance will be sought with federal agencies as necessary.Responsible Person. City ManagerAnticipated Completion Date. June 30, 2024

View Audit 14452

Finding 10709 (2022-006)

None 2022

County of Luzerne, Pennsylvania

PA

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management

Recommendation: We recommend the County document and, where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with Uniform Grant Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in...

Recommendation: We recommend the County document and, where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with Uniform Grant Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The County contracted with a private entity for oversight on the distribution of ARPA federal awards. We will continue to get guidance from auditors and other municipalities to ensure uniform guidance is followed. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Director of Budget and Finance Planned completion date for corrective action plan: February 2023

View Audit 14433

Finding 10682 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Neighborhood Health Association of Toledo, Inc.

OH

Cash Management Allowable Costs / Cost Principles HUD Housing Programs

Recommendation: We recommend that management prepare federal draw down schedules on a more timely basis to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the support for all grant expenditures. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in ...

Recommendation: We recommend that management prepare federal draw down schedules on a more timely basis to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the support for all grant expenditures. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: We agreed with the above comment and the Organization has engaged consultants to assist in creating a more robust system to document the supporting expenditures that are charged to the grant to ensure the timing of grant expenditures and allowability are appropriate. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Doni Miller, President & Chief Executive Officer Planned completion date for corrective action plan: 2023

View Audit 14360

Finding 10627 (2022-005)

Significant Deficiency 2022

The Food Trust

PA

Cash Management Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 2022-005 Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Grants Program – Assistance Listing No. 10.331 Recommendation: We recommend The Food Trust establish a system of checks and balances that includes a separation of duties. This means that different individuals should be responsib...

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 2022-005 Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Grants Program – Assistance Listing No. 10.331 Recommendation: We recommend The Food Trust establish a system of checks and balances that includes a separation of duties. This means that different individuals should be responsible for preparing and requesting the draw of funds, and there should be a clear approval process in place. In addition, it is important to establish a clear process and timeline for performing draws. This may involve regular monitoring of expenditures, timely submission of draw requests, and efficient processing of those requests. By implementing proper segregation of duties, requiring approval from another individual and implementing a timely draw process, the organization can enhance internal controls, reduce the risk of fraud, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the fund draw process, and can better manage its cash flow, meet its financial obligations, and maintain the smooth operation of the program. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The Organization had no internal finance staff from October 2020 through July 2021, and was not fully staffed until March 2023. Having adequate staffing levels within the department allows for the proper segregation of duties and internal controls. In addition, the department now has the capacity to perform these draws on a timely basis. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Regine Metellus, Vice President of Finance Planned completion date for corrective action plan: This matter has been corrected since July 2023. If the oversight agency has questions regarding this plan, please call Regine Metellus, Vice President of Finance at 215‐575‐0444 ext. 163.

View Audit 14285

Finding 9907 (2022-000)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Peoples Advantage Federal Credit Union

VA

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Cash Management Reporting

1. Recommendation: We recommend that deferred costs related to the origination of loans be classified as a component of loans to members and that the related amortization be reported as a reduction of interest income on loans for financial reporting purposes. 2. Recommendation: We recommend that ...

1. Recommendation: We recommend that deferred costs related to the origination of loans be classified as a component of loans to members and that the related amortization be reported as a reduction of interest income on loans for financial reporting purposes. 2. Recommendation: We recommend that the accrued liability for accrued bonus expense be adjusted based on bonus projections to ensure compensation expense is recorded in the appropriate accounting period. 3.Recommendation: We recommend that the Credit Union record the appropriate adjustments to the fixed asset cost and accumulated depreciations accounts to accurately report the account balances in the accounting records. 4. Recommendation: We recommend that the Credit Union record the appropriate adjustments to the fixed asset cost account to accurately report the account balance in the accounting records. 5. Recommendation: We recommend that the Credit Union record interest expense on the ECIP debt for the initial interest period as required by GAAP. After this initial period, interest expense would then revert to interest rate as stated in the ECIP agreement. 6. Recommendation: The lack of formal account reconciliations represents a vulnerability in the Credit Union’s internal controls, as errors or unauthorized transactions may occur and not be detected or adjusted in a timely manner. We recommend that management ensure that account reconciliations are prepared timely for all balance sheet accounts at the end of each financial reporting period. Account reconciliations should be reviewed timely, and the review should be documented. 7. Recommendation: All unresolved/uncleared reconciling items appearing on general ledger account reconciliations should be addressed in a timely manner or approved for write-off or adjustment by management. We recommend the Credit Union develop a policy or procedure to establish a threshold for the timely write-off or adjustment of stale dated reconciling items. (No adjustments were recorded to the audited financial statements for these issue as, in the aggregate, they were not deemed material to the Credit Union’s financial statements taken as a whole.) Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees with the finding and will ensure that account balances are reconciled timely and accurately going forward.

View Audit 13531

Finding 9740 (2022-003)

Material Weakness 2022

State of Illinois

IL

Subrecipient Monitoring Cash Management Material Weakness § 200.303 § 200.305

A vendor was utilized in Fiscal Year 2023 to assist the State with these tasks. For Fiscal Year 2024, IDOR’s role was transitioned from IDOR to the Illinois Department of Human Services.

View Audit 13503

Finding 9275 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Borough of Lanesboro

PA

Cash Management Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

The Borough’s accounting department will receive copies of all submissions for payments and/or reimbursements. These submissions will be compared to payments received in prior to payments being made to contractors.

View Audit 12667

Finding 8842 (2022-005)

Significant Deficiency 2022

U. S. Telecommunications Training Institute

DC

Reporting Cash Management

Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: USTTI will prepare FFR's based on actual expenditures for each quarter. USTTI will make best efforts to ensure transactions are reflected in the general ledger before preparation of the FFR's. USTTI will also adjust the work flow of prep...

Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: USTTI will prepare FFR's based on actual expenditures for each quarter. USTTI will make best efforts to ensure transactions are reflected in the general ledger before preparation of the FFR's. USTTI will also adjust the work flow of preparation and approval of the FFR' s.

View Audit 12117

Finding 8362 (2022-004)

Material Weakness 2022

Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch County, Inc.

GA

Questioned Costs Cash Management

View of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: We concur with this finding. We will have the appropriate supervisor review the employee timesheets for accuracy and the employee’s signature before the supervisor signs off on the timesheet and turns it in for payroll processing. The pay...

View of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: We concur with this finding. We will have the appropriate supervisor review the employee timesheets for accuracy and the employee’s signature before the supervisor signs off on the timesheet and turns it in for payroll processing. The payroll department will also ensure the criteria is met before payroll is processed.

View Audit 11188 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 8293 (2022-005)

Significant Deficiency 2022

East Central Regional Development Commission

MN

Reporting Cash Management Significant Deficiency

CASEFILE REVIEW Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Commerce Federal Program Name: COVID-19 Economic Adjustment Assistance(Economic Development Cluster) Assistance Listing Number: 11.307 Pass-Through Agency: N/A - Direct Federal Award Identification Number and Pass-Through Number: ED20CHI3070088/06-...

CASEFILE REVIEW Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Commerce Federal Program Name: COVID-19 Economic Adjustment Assistance(Economic Development Cluster) Assistance Listing Number: 11.307 Pass-Through Agency: N/A - Direct Federal Award Identification Number and Pass-Through Number: ED20CHI3070088/06-79-06222/06-79-06392; 2021 Compliance Requirement Affected: Reporting Award Period: Year Ended June 30, 2022 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matters Recommendation: We recommend the Commission implement procedures to ensure all reports have proof of review and submission. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The Commission will ensure that all report reviews are documented in the future, as well as being submitted timely. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Darcy Rylander, Finance Officer Planned completion date for corrective action plan: June 30, 2024

View Audit 11091

Finding 8032 (2022-007)

Material Weakness 2022

Central State University

OH

Cash Management Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking

We agree with the intent of this finding but not the dollar amounts. The contribution of $100,000 was received via Title III and Central State matched the $100,000. The total of both amounts is $200,000. Central State matches with $100,000. We did have a time lag for execution of the check an...

We agree with the intent of this finding but not the dollar amounts. The contribution of $100,000 was received via Title III and Central State matched the $100,000. The total of both amounts is $200,000. Central State matches with $100,000. We did have a time lag for execution of the check and transfer to the endowment. The controller’s office will establish the protocol of being timely in matching the payment and in depositing the funds in the appropriate investment account. Responsible Person: Controller (Trasenna Gray) Completion Date: January 2024 and ongoing

View Audit 10523

Finding 7968 (2022-002)

None 2022

Nueces County Housing Assistance, Inc.

TX

Questioned Costs Cash Management HUD Housing Programs

Management will deposit the $54,705 into the residual receipts account.

View Audit 10380 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 7789 (2022-007)

Material Weakness 2022

Televerde Foundation, Inc.

AZ

Cash Management Material Weakness Period of Performance § 200.303

U.S. Department of the Treasury Passed through State of Arizona, Maricopa County (Maricopa County), Federal Financial Assistance Listing #21.027, PE386182260A4 2022 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Finding Summary: The Foundation’s internal controls were not designed to properl...

U.S. Department of the Treasury Passed through State of Arizona, Maricopa County (Maricopa County), Federal Financial Assistance Listing #21.027, PE386182260A4 2022 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Finding Summary: The Foundation’s internal controls were not designed to properly ensure a review over program expenditures occurred that expenses being incurred and the basis for ultimate reimbursement were incurred within the grant award’s period of performance. Management’s Response and Corrective Action Plan: Televerde Foundation has experienced significant growth from inception in March 2020 to fiscal year ended December 31, 2022. We have grown from contributions and grants of $83 thousand and $50 thousand, respectively, in March 2020 to contributions and grants of $236 thousand and $978 thousand, respectively, as of December 31, 2022. During this same period, Televerde Foundation went from 3 employees to 21 employees and experienced significant turnover in finance staff including 2 CFO’s, 2 Controllers, and four staff accountants. The growth combined with lack of a consistent finance team is the primary cause of this deficiency. To address the deficiency, management will perform the actions below. Management will implement controls that address whether expenses incurred have a basis for reimbursement and are incurred within the period of performance. Responsible Individuals: Michelle Cirocco, Executive Director Anticipated Completion Date: March 2024

View Audit 10124

Finding 7614 (2022-003)

Material Weakness 2022

Community Action Partnership of Oregon

OR

Subrecipient Monitoring Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.305

Corrective Action: The lack of timeliness in payouts to SSVF subrecipients was largely due to the transition CAPO underwent in fiscal providers in 2022, and to a lack of sufficient internal staff to adequately manage the SSVF program’s growing fiscal requirements. The amount of SSVF funding CAPO pa...

Corrective Action: The lack of timeliness in payouts to SSVF subrecipients was largely due to the transition CAPO underwent in fiscal providers in 2022, and to a lack of sufficient internal staff to adequately manage the SSVF program’s growing fiscal requirements. The amount of SSVF funding CAPO passes through has increased significantly since 2021, and existing staffing was insufficient to assure timely tracking of draws and payments. Since moving to SMJ and hiring a Finance Manager, CAPO has improved the fiscal management of this grant considerably. CAPO is also hiring an Account Specialist to be assigned directly to SSVF invoicing and accounting needs. They will be charged to the VA grant and will work with the SSVF Program Manager and CAPO’s Finance Manager to process invoices, draw funds, and issue payments. Person Responsible: Janet Allanach, Rose Bradshaw, SSVF Program Manager; Shane Melton, Finance Manager. Timing for Implementation: Partially complete/In progress until December 31st, 2023, completion.

View Audit 9980

Finding 7602 (2022-003)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Jefferson Parish

LA

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Reporting Subrecipient Monitoring

In response to the sole December 31, 2022 Audit finding related to JeffCAP, the finding was corrected for Head Start Birth to Five Program Year 2022- 2023. The department requested and obtained extensive training and professional development from the Office of Head Start related to reporting. Polici...

In response to the sole December 31, 2022 Audit finding related to JeffCAP, the finding was corrected for Head Start Birth to Five Program Year 2022- 2023. The department requested and obtained extensive training and professional development from the Office of Head Start related to reporting. Policies and procedures were reviewed and updated to include developing a timeline for submitting all reports and supporting documentation. Additionally, training with the Parish Accounting Department and Information Technology Department to obtain fiscal data and documentation to prepare necessary reports. The department has solicited services from a third-party entity to assist with all fiscal matters and support compliance related to reporting. JeffCAP Head Start Governing Board and Policy Council reviewed and approved all policies and procedures related to Fiscal Reporting and Account Set Up and Emergency Preparedness: Fiscal Reporting, Reimbursement, and Receipt Verification. The Head Start Fiscal Policy and Procedure was written per Head Start Performance Standards 1302.102(d)l23 and local, state, and federal (45CPR 75.400 and 2 CPR, Part 200) standards and compliance regulations. In addition, Head Start Emergency Preparedness Policy and Procedure was written following US Department of Agriculture (USDA) 7CFR Part 226, Food & Nutrition Service (FNS) 796-2, LA Department of Education- CACFP Training Module 7, and local, state and federal (45CFR, Part 74 and 2 CPR, Part 200) standards and compliance regulations.

View Audit 9942

Finding 7497 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Food Export USA - Northeast

PA

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management Significant Deficiency

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. Market Access Program and Agricultural Trade Promotion Program Assistance Listing Number: 10.601 & 10.618. Recommendation: We recommend the Organization ensure the completion of the controls within their policies to ensure an adequate review process is in place prior to ca...

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. Market Access Program and Agricultural Trade Promotion Program Assistance Listing Number: 10.601 & 10.618. Recommendation: We recommend the Organization ensure the completion of the controls within their policies to ensure an adequate review process is in place prior to cash disbursement payments and claims submitted. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Food Export-Northeast, under the direction of the new Executive Director /CEO, has undergone a significant restructuring effective July 2023. This restructure has resulted in the installation of a Chief Financial Officer, reporting directly to the Executive Director/CEO. Similar “C-suite” positions now exist in Operations, Programs, and Communications. This has significantly increased the scope and ability for oversight and internal control. Internal policies and procedures are currently under review; any changes to policies and procedures will be made as needed/identified. Increased monitoring and enforcement of existing internal control measures has already resulted in improved completeness and accuracy of financial reporting. In September 2023, the Food Export staff met with FAS staff to review procedures and policies, including meetings with Management to review and evaluate controls. The feedback from those meetings will be incorporated into any updates on procedure. Names of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Brendan Wilson, Food Export Executive Director/CEO; Michelle Rogowski, Chief Operating Officer, Laura England, Deputy Director/Chief Communications Officer; Robert Lowe, CPA, Chief Financial Officer; Teresa Miller, Chief Program and Partnership Officer. Planned completion date for corrective action plan: December 31, 2023. If the U.S. Department of Agriculture has questions regarding this plan, please call Laura England at (215) 599-9738 or contact via email at lengland@foodexport.org.

View Audit 9730

Finding 7383 (2022-009)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Change, Inc.

MN

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management Period of Performance

While our Human Resources Specialist position was filled in May 2021, we are still working to have sufficient HR and accounting staffing to meet our significant growth. Additional positions of Human Resources Manager and Controller will help reduce/eliminate these types of errors in the future.

View Audit 9524

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