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Finding 1216329 (2024-102)
Material Weakness 2024
The Village at Oasis Park - Phase I, Inc.
AZ
HUD Housing Programs Reporting Significant Deficiency
Finding 2024 – 102 – Submission of Voucher information to HUD sub-systems. (Significant Deficiency, Compliance Finding-Other Matter) Federal program information: Funding agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title: Supportive Housing for people with disabilities Assistance Listing...
Finding 2024 – 102 – Submission of Voucher information to HUD sub-systems. (Significant Deficiency, Compliance Finding-Other Matter) Federal program information: Funding agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title: Supportive Housing for people with disabilities Assistance Listing Number: 14.181 Award year: 2023/2024 Award numbers: Project 123-HD042; AZ20Q081002 Pass-Through grantors: N/A Compliance Requirement: Reporting Questioned Costs: N/A Contact Name: Joe Keeper, Chief Financial Officer of the Sponsor Corrective Action Planned: 1. The Sponsor shall immediately remedy all past errors by correcting and if applicable, resubmit all vouchers that were inaccurate, incomplete, or submitted late. The Sponsor shall work with the property manager to create a detailed checklist to ensure all required fields and steps are completed for each voucher before submission. From there, we shall provide HUD with a report showing all corrected vouchers and detailing how the current data was reconciled with the original incorrect submissions. 2. Systemic preventative measures: • Develop and implement a training program to create a formal training curriculum for all staff involved in voucher processing. • Update internal policies and procedures to ensure that the Sponsor’s policies and procedures to include a specific, standardized process for all Section 811 voucher submissions. • Establish a monitoring and oversight protocol to ensure regular, ongoing monitoring process to review voucher submissions for accuracy and timeliness. • Leverage HUD resources and technology to ensure that all staff involved in voucher processing are trained on and regularly use the latest guidance from the HUD Exchange and relevant HUD manuals, including the TRACS Manual Voucher Submission application. • The Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for ensuring all corrective actions are implemented and sustained. Anticipated Completion Date: December 2025
View Audit 402820
Finding 1216327 (2024-103)
Material Weakness 2024
The Village at Oasis Park - Phase Ii, Inc.
AZ
HUD Housing Programs Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.512
Finding 2024 – 103 – Single Audit Reporting Package and U.S. Housing and Urban Development REAC Submissions Not Filed Timely. (Significant Deficiency, Compliance Finding-Other Matter) Federal program information: Funding agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title: Supportive Hous...
Finding 2024 – 103 – Single Audit Reporting Package and U.S. Housing and Urban Development REAC Submissions Not Filed Timely. (Significant Deficiency, Compliance Finding-Other Matter) Federal program information: Funding agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title: Supportive Housing for people with disabilities Assistance Listing Number: 14.181 Award year: 2023/2024 Award numbers: Project 123-HD046; AZ20Q091002 Pass-Through grantors: N/A Compliance Requirement: Reporting Questioned Costs: N/A Contact Name: Joe Keeper, Chief Financial Officer of the Sponsor Corrective Action Planned: Part 1: Immediate corrective actions (to address immediate noncompliance). Submit all overdue Single Audit and REAC reporting packages immediately to resolve the current noncompliance. Task Responsible Party 1.1. Prepare and submit delinquent reports: 1.1.1. Assemble and finalize the overdue Single Audit Reporting Package for FY 2024 and submit it to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse (FAC). Chief Financial Officer (CFO) 1.1.2. Assemble and finalize all overdue REAC Annual Financial Statements (AFS) for FY 2024 and submit them to HUD's Financial Assessment Subsystem (FASS-MF) via the REAC Secure Systems. Property Manager 1.2. Notify HUD: 1.2.1. Immediately notify the local HUD Field Office and the assigned Account Executive of the finding and the plan for submission of all delinquent reports. Property Manager 1.3. Document and address penalties: 1.3.1. Address any penalties or noncompliance flags resulting from the late filings, which may include interaction with HUD's Departmental Enforcement Center (DEC). Property Manager / CFO Part 2: Systemic corrective actions (to prevent future noncompliance) Implement new policies and procedures to ensure all future HUD Single Audit and REAC submissions are filed on time. Task Responsible Party 2.1. Revise and implement internal policies: 2.1.1. Draft a written policy defining the timelines and responsibilities for all HUD financial and audit reporting, including Single Audit and REAC AFS submissions. This policy will be housed in the organization's Operations Manual. CEO / CFO 2.2. Develop a comprehensive compliance checklist: 2.2.1. Create and implement a calendar-based checklist for all HUD reporting requirements, with deadlines for every stage of the process, including financial data collection, auditor engagement, and submission. CFO / Property Manager 2.3. Enhance financial review and control procedures: 2.3.1. Implement a formal review and approval process for all financial statements and audit packages. Require a documented review by the CFO and sign-off by the CEO and Board of Directors before any submission. CFO 2.4. Improve communication and oversight: 2.4.1. Establish a quarterly meeting with all key staff involved in HUD reporting (CFO, Property Manager, accounting staff) to review deadlines and ensure all tasks are on schedule. CEO 2.4.2. Assign a designated staff member as the primary point of contact for external auditors and the HUD REAC Secure Systems. Property Manager 2.5. Provide staff training: 2.5.1. Schedule and conduct training for all relevant staff on the new policies, checklists, and the HUD reporting platforms (FAC and REAC Secure Systems). Third Party Training Professionals, HUD and Property Manager’s compliance officer 2.6. Address external auditor issues (if applicable): 2.6.1. Evaluate the relationship with the current external audit firm. If timeliness was a factor in the audit report delay, establish clear communication protocols and deadlines in the new engagement letter. Consider a different firm for future audits if necessary. CFO Part 3: Monitoring and future enforcement (to sustain compliance) Create a monitoring plan to ensure the corrective actions are working and that late filings do not recur. Task Responsible Party 3.1. Ongoing monitoring: 3.1.1. The CFO will provide a monthly report to the CEO on the status of all HUD reporting deadlines. The report will highlight upcoming deadlines and progress toward completion. CFO 3.2. Annual review: 3.2.1. Conduct an annual review of the HUD Reporting Policy and Compliance Checklist to ensure they are current and effective. CEO / CFO 3.3. Update internal audit program: 3.3.1. Incorporate the timely filing of HUD reports into the organization's internal audit or quality assurance program. CFO Anticipated Completion Date: December 2025
View Audit 402819
Finding 1216326 (2024-102)
Material Weakness 2024
The Village at Oasis Park - Phase Ii, Inc.
AZ
HUD Housing Programs Reporting Significant Deficiency
Finding 2024 – 102 – Submission of Voucher information to HUD sub-systems. (Significant Deficiency, Compliance Finding-Other Matter) Federal program information: Funding agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title: Supportive Housing for people with disabilities Assistance Listing...
Finding 2024 – 102 – Submission of Voucher information to HUD sub-systems. (Significant Deficiency, Compliance Finding-Other Matter) Federal program information: Funding agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title: Supportive Housing for people with disabilities Assistance Listing Number: 14.181 Award year: 2023/2024 Award numbers: Project 123-HD046; AZ20Q09100 Pass-Through grantors: N/A Compliance Requirement: Reporting Questioned Costs: N/A Contact Name: Joe Keeper, Chief Financial Officer of the Sponsor Corrective Action Planned: 1. The Sponsor shall immediately remedy all past errors by correcting and if applicable, resubmit all vouchers that were inaccurate, incomplete, or submitted late. The Sponsor shall work with the property manager to create a detailed checklist to ensure all required fields and steps are completed for each voucher before submission. From there, we shall provide HUD with a report showing all corrected vouchers and detailing how the current data was reconciled with the original incorrect submissions. 2. Systemic preventative measures: • Develop and implement a training program to create a formal training curriculum for all staff involved in voucher processing. • Update internal policies and procedures to ensure that the Sponsor’s policies and procedures to include a specific, standardized process for all Section 811 voucher submissions. • Establish a monitoring and oversight protocol to ensure regular, ongoing monitoring process to review voucher submissions for accuracy and timeliness. • Leverage HUD resources and technology to ensure that all staff involved in voucher processing are trained on and regularly use the latest guidance from the HUD Exchange and relevant HUD manuals, including the TRACS Manual Voucher Submission application. • The Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for ensuring all corrective actions are implemented and sustained. Anticipated Completion Date: December 2025
View Audit 402819
Finding 1215898 (2024-001)
Material Weakness 2024
Sistercare, INC
SC
HUD Housing Programs
The duties will be segregated as much as possible. We understand that in most cases, the added cost of providing absolute segregation of duties will outweigh the projected benefits of the added internal controls and therefore, may be considered unjustified. Sistercare, Inc. will ensure that the Boar...
The duties will be segregated as much as possible. We understand that in most cases, the added cost of providing absolute segregation of duties will outweigh the projected benefits of the added internal controls and therefore, may be considered unjustified. Sistercare, Inc. will ensure that the Board of Directors will remain involved in the financial affairs of the Organization to provide oversight and independent review functions.
View Audit 402483
Finding 1215394 (2024-002)
Material Weakness 2024
Project Support Housing II
CO
HUD Housing Programs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Cash Management
Corrective Action Plan: Management concurs with the auditor's recommendations. Management will submit the necessary documentation to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to request retroactive approval for the $4,700 withdrawal from the Residual Receipts Account made during the...
Corrective Action Plan: Management concurs with the auditor's recommendations. Management will submit the necessary documentation to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to request retroactive approval for the $4,700 withdrawal from the Residual Receipts Account made during the year ended December 31, 2024. To prevent recurrence, management has implemented additional internal controls to ensure that all future withdrawals from restricted accounts receive the required prior written HUD authorization. These controls include a formal review and approval process by the Property Manager and Corporate Accounting before any disbursements are made from restricted accounts. In addition, management has scheduled staff training on HUD regulatory requirements governing restricted accounts to reinforce understanding of program compliance and documentation standards. Management is committed to maintaining full compliance with HUD regulations and ensuring that all account activity is properly reviewed, authorized, and documented.
View Audit 401945
Finding 1215147 (2024-006)
Material Weakness 2024
Friends Alliance Housing Ii,inc D/b/a Friendship House
LA
HUD Housing Programs
Assistance Listing Number 14.181: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities. See the details of this finding for the failure to make the required monthly reserve deposits in 2024-003 above.
Assistance Listing Number 14.181: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities. See the details of this finding for the failure to make the required monthly reserve deposits in 2024-003 above.
View Audit 401816
Finding 1215146 (2024-005)
Material Weakness 2024
Friends Alliance Housing Ii,inc D/b/a Friendship House
LA
HUD Housing Programs
Assistance Listing Number 14.181: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities. See the details of this finding for the late REAC submission in 2024-002 above.
Assistance Listing Number 14.181: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities. See the details of this finding for the late REAC submission in 2024-002 above.
View Audit 401816
Finding 1215145 (2024-004)
Material Weakness 2024
Friends Alliance Housing Ii,inc D/b/a Friendship House
LA
HUD Housing Programs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FINDING NO. 2024-004 Assistance Listing Number 14.181: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities See the details of this finding for segregation of duties and other designs of internal controls in 2024-001 above.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FINDING NO. 2024-004 Assistance Listing Number 14.181: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities See the details of this finding for segregation of duties and other designs of internal controls in 2024-001 above.
View Audit 401816
Finding 1215144 (2024-003)
Material Weakness 2024
Friends Alliance Housing Ii,inc D/b/a Friendship House
LA
HUD Housing Programs
Finding 2024-003, Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance. Condition: The property management failed to make the required monthly reserve deposits for the period of July 2023 to June 2024. Criteria: According to HUD Section 811 regulations, properties must make monthly reserve dep...
Finding 2024-003, Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance. Condition: The property management failed to make the required monthly reserve deposits for the period of July 2023 to June 2024. Criteria: According to HUD Section 811 regulations, properties must make monthly reserve deposits to ensure financial stability and ongoing maintenance. Cause: The failure was due to deficiencies in the internal controls within the management process related to the monthly deposits. Effect: The failure to make these deposits could jeopardize the financial health of the property and its ability to meet future maintenance needs. Recommendation: The auditor recommended that the property management implement internal controls to ensure monthly reserve deposits are made as required by HUD Section 811 regulations. Responsible Person: Brittany Colson, Manager Planned Action: The Project agrees with the finding and the auditor’s recommendations will be adopted. Anticipated completion date: The recommendation will be applied in fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
View Audit 401816
Finding 1215074 (2024-004)
Material Weakness 2024
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
CA
Allowable Costs / Cost Principles HUD Housing Programs Special Tests & Provisions
Finding 2024-004 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Housing Voucher Cluster, Public and Indian Housing Program, Public Housing Capital Fund Program, and Coronavirus Relief Fund Assistance Listing Numbers: 14.871, 14.879, 14.850, 14.872, and 21.01...
Finding 2024-004 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Housing Voucher Cluster, Public and Indian Housing Program, Public Housing Capital Fund Program, and Coronavirus Relief Fund Assistance Listing Numbers: 14.871, 14.879, 14.850, 14.872, and 21.019 Material Noncompliance Non Compliance Material to the Financial Statements: Yes Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria: The Authority must maintain complete and accurate accounts and other records for the program in accordance with HUD compliance requirements. Condition: The Authority did not maintain complete and accurate accounts and other records in accordance with HUD compliance requirements regarding Activities Allowed or Unallowed, Allowable Costs/Cost Principles, Eligibility, Reporting, and Special Tests and Provisions. Context: The Authority was unable to provide requested documentation at the time of audit to properly test the HUD compliance requirements. Known Questioned Costs: Unknown Cause: There is a material weakness in internal controls over compliance related to the maintenance of tenant files, wait lists, inspection reports and other records. The Authority has not properly considered, designed, implemented, maintained and monitored a system of internal controls that reasonably assures the program is in compliance. Effect: The Housing Voucher Cluster and Public and Indian Housing Program are in material non- compliance with the compliance requirements of the program. Recommendation: We recommend that the Authority implement a process whereby Authority documents are stored and safeguarded to ensure compliance with the Uniform Guidance and the compliance supplement. View of Responsible Officials and Corrective Actions: The Authority experienced significant turnover in employees during the year and as a result certain source documents were misplaced or destroyed. Management agrees with the Auditors' finding and has hired a new Executive Director who will implement the required safeguards and ensure that the Authority follows its internal control over compliance processes and procedures related to the Housing Voucher Cluster, Public and Indian Housing Program and Public Housing Capital fund Program to remedy the aforementioned deficiencies. Bryant McClellan, CFO, will be responsible to implement this corrective action by December 31, 2025.
View Audit 401788
Finding 1214683 (2024-002)
Material Weakness 2024
City of Texas City, Texas
TX
Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Subrecipient Monitoring
CDBG Performance Reporting (ALN 14.228) Condition The PR28 and CAPER reports were submitted 11 months late. This is a repeat finding and resulted from insufficient controls and inadequate staff training. Corrective Action Plan To ensure timely and compliant reporting, the following actions will be t...
CDBG Performance Reporting (ALN 14.228) Condition The PR28 and CAPER reports were submitted 11 months late. This is a repeat finding and resulted from insufficient controls and inadequate staff training. Corrective Action Plan To ensure timely and compliant reporting, the following actions will be taken: • Developing written procedures for PR28 and CAPER preparation and submission. • Implementing a compliance calendar with required reporting deadlines. • Assigning both primary and secondary preparers to ensure redundancy. • Providing HUD IDIS training to relevant staff. • Conducting supervisory review prior to submission. • Hired a Grants Compliance Specialist to support ongoing compliance.(10/2025) Responsible Staff Grants Administrator Target Completion Date August 31, 2026
View Audit 401408
Finding 1214622 (2024-001)
Material Weakness 2024
WABASH TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE INC
IL
Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Cash Management § 200.302 § 200.303
Finding 2024-001 Allowable Cost Principles and Activities Allowed or Unallowed Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance Assistance Listing Number 21.029 While Wabash currently maintains informal procedures for coding and reviewing invoices and payroll records, we recognize the need for ...
Finding 2024-001 Allowable Cost Principles and Activities Allowed or Unallowed Material Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance Assistance Listing Number 21.029 While Wabash currently maintains informal procedures for coding and reviewing invoices and payroll records, we recognize the need for a formalized, written policy governing expenditures charged to federal awards. To address identified material weaknesses, Wabash is committed to implementing a comprehensive written policy by June 30, 2026. This policy will formalize the coding, review, and reporting processes for all federal expenditures. Key improvements will include: • Enhanced Internal Controls: We will establish a clear segregation of duties to ensure oversight and accuracy. • Timely Reporting: We are refining our payroll allocation process. Previously, payroll expenditures were withheld pending budget verification, which occasionally led to reporting delays. New controls will ensure that all expenditures, including payroll, are reported within the required quarterly timeframes. • Monitoring: The Controller will oversee the development of these procedures and remain responsible for ongoing monitoring and compliance. These steps will ensure our financial practices meet federal standards and provide rigorous oversight of project funds. Contact person(s): Cheryl Gaither, Controller Justin Gephart, Chief Operating Officer
View Audit 401306
Finding 1214615 (2024-011)
Material Weakness 2024
Town of Saugerties
NY
HUD Housing Programs Special Tests & Provisions
Finding 2024-011 - Special Tests and Provisions: Depository Agreements Auditee's Response and Planned Corrective Action The Town will work with the Public Housing administrator to insure a depository agreement is in place and documentation of same is on file and readily available. Planned Implementa...
Finding 2024-011 - Special Tests and Provisions: Depository Agreements Auditee's Response and Planned Corrective Action The Town will work with the Public Housing administrator to insure a depository agreement is in place and documentation of same is on file and readily available. Planned Implementation Date of Corrective Action: January 2025 Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Fred Costello, Town Supervisor
View Audit 401284
Finding 1214614 (2024-010)
Material Weakness 2024
Town of Saugerties
NY
HUD Housing Programs
Finding 2024-010 -Reporting Auditee's Response and Planned Corrective Action The town will work with the Public Housing administrator to implement a system to complete and file the unaudited fmancial information within two and a half months, and with the independent audit frrm to file within nine mo...
Finding 2024-010 -Reporting Auditee's Response and Planned Corrective Action The town will work with the Public Housing administrator to implement a system to complete and file the unaudited fmancial information within two and a half months, and with the independent audit frrm to file within nine months. Planned Implementation Date of Corrective Action: January 2025 Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Fred Costello, Town Supervisor
View Audit 401284
Finding 1214343 (2024-002)
Material Weakness 2024
Amsterdam Housing I, INC
NY
HUD Housing Programs Special Tests & Provisions Cash Management
Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Name of auditee: Amsterdam Housing I, Inc. TIN: 014-EE264 Name of Audit Firm: EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC Period covered by audit: June 30, 2024 CAP prepared by: Henry Rodriguez, Jr. President Corvus Property Intelligence, LLC (410) 896-6770 Current Finding on the Schedule of...
Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Name of auditee: Amsterdam Housing I, Inc. TIN: 014-EE264 Name of Audit Firm: EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC Period covered by audit: June 30, 2024 CAP prepared by: Henry Rodriguez, Jr. President Corvus Property Intelligence, LLC (410) 896-6770 Current Finding on the Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs and Recommendations (2) Finding 2024-002 (a) Comments on the finding and recommendation: Management agrees with the finding. Management also agrees with the recommendation, please see below for action taken. (b) Action taken: Management will deposit the underfunded amounts when a cash flow surplus is realized. Management is actively working with HUD to collect retroactive subsidy payments.
View Audit 401017
Finding 1214342 (2024-001)
Material Weakness 2024
Amsterdam Housing I, INC
NY
Special Tests & Provisions HUD Housing Programs
Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Name of auditee: Amsterdam Housing I, Inc. TIN: 014-EE264 Name of Audit Firm: EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC Period covered by audit: June 30, 2024 CAP prepared by: Henry Rodriguez, Jr. President Corvus Property Intelligence, LLC (410) 896-6770 Current Finding on the Schedule of...
Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Name of auditee: Amsterdam Housing I, Inc. TIN: 014-EE264 Name of Audit Firm: EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC Period covered by audit: June 30, 2024 CAP prepared by: Henry Rodriguez, Jr. President Corvus Property Intelligence, LLC (410) 896-6770 Current Finding on the Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs and Recommendations (1) Finding 2024-001 (a) Comments on the finding and recommendation: Management agrees with the finding. Management also agrees with the recommendation, please see below for action taken. (b) Action taken: Management will deposit the underfunded amounts when a cash flow surplus is realized. Management is actively working with HUD to collect retroactive subsidy payments.
View Audit 401017
Finding 1213957 (2024-003)
Material Weakness 2024
Ville Platte Affordable Housing CORP
LA
HUD Housing Programs
FINDING #2024-003 RESIDUAL RECEIPTS DEPOSIT Recommendation: The management agent should compute an estimate of surplus cash (residual receipts) for the fiscal year upon completion of that period. In the event that surplus cash exists at the completion of the fiscal period, the management agent must ...
FINDING #2024-003 RESIDUAL RECEIPTS DEPOSIT Recommendation: The management agent should compute an estimate of surplus cash (residual receipts) for the fiscal year upon completion of that period. In the event that surplus cash exists at the completion of the fiscal period, the management agent must further ensure that all required deposits are made to the residual receipts account within the required time frame and that the balance in that account meets the minimum required balance in accordance with the regulatory agreement between the Entity and HUD. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: The management agent agrees with the finding and the auditor’s recommendations have been adopted. Surplus cash will be calculated upon the completion of an annual fiscal period. If it is concluded that surplus cash exists at the end of the annual fiscal period, and further determined that the surplus cash was received within that fiscal period, that amount of surplus cash will be deposited into the Residual Receipts Account within ninety days of the close of that fiscal period.
View Audit 400800
Finding 1213956 (2024-002)
Material Weakness 2024
Ville Platte Affordable Housing CORP
LA
HUD Housing Programs
FINDING #2024-002 LATE CENSUS BUREAU FILING Recommendation: We recommend that the property comply with all continuing compliance requirements and ensure that the data collection form is submitted by the required deadline in the future. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Ma...
FINDING #2024-002 LATE CENSUS BUREAU FILING Recommendation: We recommend that the property comply with all continuing compliance requirements and ensure that the data collection form is submitted by the required deadline in the future. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Management is now aware of the continuing compliance requirement and will comply with this recommendation in the future.
View Audit 400800
Finding 1213955 (2024-001)
Material Weakness 2024
Ville Platte Affordable Housing CORP
LA
HUD Housing Programs
FINDING #2024-001 LATE AUDIT SUBMISSION Recommendation: We recommend that the property comply with HUD’s audit requirements and ensure that the audit is submitted by the required deadline in the future. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Management is aware and will comply...
FINDING #2024-001 LATE AUDIT SUBMISSION Recommendation: We recommend that the property comply with HUD’s audit requirements and ensure that the audit is submitted by the required deadline in the future. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Management is aware and will comply with this recommendation in the future.
View Audit 400800
Finding 1213637 (2024-001)
Material Weakness 2024
Westhaven of Englewood, Ltd.
IL
Cash Management HUD Housing Programs
Management agrees that the amount needs to be deposited as soon as possible.
Management agrees that the amount needs to be deposited as soon as possible.
View Audit 400565
Finding 1213532 (2024-030)
Material Weakness 2024
Government of Guam
GU
Reporting Subrecipient Monitoring Cash Management
Finding No.: 2024-030 Reporting Responding Agency: Bureau of Budget and Management Research (BBMR) Responsible Personnel: Lester Carlson, Director BBMR will work with DOA to make sure reports are submitted on time. BBMR will also retain documentation of submitted reports.
Finding No.: 2024-030 Reporting Responding Agency: Bureau of Budget and Management Research (BBMR) Responsible Personnel: Lester Carlson, Director BBMR will work with DOA to make sure reports are submitted on time. BBMR will also retain documentation of submitted reports.
View Audit 400461
Finding 1211181 (2024-001)
Material Weakness 2024
Houston Housing Authority
TX
HUD Housing Programs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Material Weakness
2024-001 Financial Reporting Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: During our audit of the Authority’s financial statements, numerous adjustments were needed to properly report the financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Cer...
2024-001 Financial Reporting Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: During our audit of the Authority’s financial statements, numerous adjustments were needed to properly report the financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Certain accounts had not been properly reconciled and corrective entries were not readily available. Significant audit adjustments were necessary for several audit areas and the audit was significantly delayed due to these adjustments. Auditor’s Recommendations: The Authority should continue to develop and implement internal controls over both internal and external reporting, and the year-end close process to ensure reporting remains accurate and timely, with any unexpected financial data being investigated and corrected before it is reported. The Authority should consider additional staff training on development activities. Action Taken: The Houston Housing Authority agrees with this finding and related recommendations. During this audit, as these issues arose, notes were taken, evaluation of what had happened was made so that we could make the necessary adjustments to our procedures to prevent the continuation of these issues. In addition, in the previous year we hired a firm to come in and undertake a review of the finance department. The purpose of this review was to review our existing staffing levels, workloads, experience, etc., for purposes of proposing a reorganization of the finance department to address any deficiencies. We have reviewed the recommendations from this consultant and are in the process of implementing many of the recommended changes. There have been a number of staffing changes made during the year with the intent of improving the overall performance of the finance department. We are in the process of evaluating if additional staff are needed to expand the capacity of the Finance department. In November of 2024 the Houston Housing authority converted to a new accounting system. The Yardi system was implemented and we began processing all transactions on this new system. Unfortunately, there have been a significant amount of post implementation corrections and modifications that have had to be made and continue to occur. We are still undergoing these implementation and modification processes and as a result of this we continue to have to make adjusting entries to correct errors as they are discovered. To further complicate this system conversion there were a number of changes made to the management companies that we utilize to do our primary property level accounting. They have also been converting portions of their accounting systems to Yardi. Many of the same problems that have been encountered during our system conversion have also been encountered by the management companies. It is anticipated that most of these system conversion related issues will be resolved within the 2025 calendar year. The VP Fiscal and Business Operations as well as the Director of Finance are responsible for implementing the necessary process and procedural changes to eliminate the need for this type of finding for the 2024 audit.
View Audit 400373
Finding 1211180 (2024-004)
Material Weakness 2024
Houston Housing Authority
TX
HUD Housing Programs
Eligibility Section 8 Project-Based Cluster Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: Out of an approximate population of 240 of tenants, 11 tenant files were tested and the following deficiencies were noted: Four files did not have annual recertifications performed dur...
Eligibility Section 8 Project-Based Cluster Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: Out of an approximate population of 240 of tenants, 11 tenant files were tested and the following deficiencies were noted: Four files did not have annual recertifications performed during the year, Two files did not have a 214 declaration form for all members of the household, Two files used incorrect income based on the support provided during the annual recertification, One file did not have documentation necessary to verify the reported income, and One files did not have utility allowance documentation. Auditor Recommendations: The Authority should reevaluate their established procedures and controls in place to ensure full compliance in regards to eligibility and the timeliness of recertifications. The Authority needs to correct the deficiencies noted in the tested files and consider the impact to the rest of the population of tenant files that were not selected as part of the auditor’s sample. Action Taken: The Houston Housing Authority agrees with this fining and related recommendations. During 2024 the voucher and public housing programs converted to a new software system. Yardi is not the principal operating system for both the voucher and public housing programs. This system conversion has required that work flows had to be modified. This modification and implementation of a new processing system did not allow staff to conduct the necessary reviews of existing files to make sure that the compliance related materials that should be found in each file were to be completed. This issue has been discussed and there will be an internal review conducted on file samples to determine what compliance deficiencies are prevalent. Corrective action steps will be implemented to address these issues designed to correct them. Additional training resources will be devoted to staff in these departments designed to improve quality control with these program areas.
View Audit 400373
Finding 1211174 (2024-003)
Material Weakness 2024
Houston Housing Authority
TX
HUD Housing Programs Eligibility Material Weakness
Eligibility Housing Voucher Cluster Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: Out of an approximate population of 1,500 of Housing Voucher Cluster tenants we tested 11 tenants and the following deficiencies were noted: Five files did not have an annual recertification p...
Eligibility Housing Voucher Cluster Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: Out of an approximate population of 1,500 of Housing Voucher Cluster tenants we tested 11 tenants and the following deficiencies were noted: Five files did not have an annual recertification performed with 12 months of the previous certification Two files did not have inspection documentation during the period, One file did not have an annual recertification performed, One file did not have documentation to support HAP amount reported, One file used an incorrect payment standard, One file did not have dependency documentation for a dependent member of the household, One file was missing documentation to support income claimed during recertification, and One file will missing rent reasonableness documentation and approval. Auditor Recommendations: The Authority should reevaluate their established procedures and controls in place to ensure full compliance in regards to eligibility and the timeliness of recertifications. The Authority needs to correct the deficiencies noted in the tested files and consider the impact to the rest of the population of tenant files that were not selected as part of the auditor’s sample. Action Taken: The Houston Housing Authority agrees with this fining and related recommendations. During 2024 the voucher and public housing programs converted to a new software system. Yardi is not the principal operating system for both the voucher and public housing programs. This system conversion has required that work flows had to be modified. This modification and implementation of a new processing system did not allow staff to conduct the necessary reviews of existing files to make sure that the compliance related materials that should be found in each file were to be completed. This issue has been discussed and there will be an internal review conducted on file samples to determine what compliance deficiencies are prevalent. Corrective action steps will be implemented to address these issues designed to correct them. Additional training resources will be devoted to staff in these departments designed to improve quality control with these program areas.
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Finding 1211171 (2024-002)
Material Weakness 2024
Houston Housing Authority
TX
HUD Housing Programs
Eligibility Moving to Work Demonstration Program AL No. 14.881 Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: Out of an approximate population of 17,500 of Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and 2,200 Low Rent Public Housing tenants the following deficiencies were noted: Secti...
Eligibility Moving to Work Demonstration Program AL No. 14.881 Material Weakness in Internal Control Material Noncompliance Condition: Out of an approximate population of 17,500 of Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and 2,200 Low Rent Public Housing tenants the following deficiencies were noted: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (a total of 11 tenants selected for testing): One file did not have annual recertifications performed during the year, Two files did not have 9886 release of information forms within 15 months of annual recertification, Three files did not have an annual recertification performed with 12 months of the previous certification, Two files did not have a utility allowance calculation sheet during annual recertification, Three files did not have documentation necessary to verify the reported income, Two files did not have an inspection performed during the period, and Two files did not utilize the correct payment standard. Low Rent Public Housing (a total of 12 tenants selected for testing): Three files did not contain flat rent options forms, Four files did not have documentation necessary to verify the reported income, Six files did not have a 214 declaration for a member of the household, and One file did not have support necessary to verify income allowances. Auditor Recommendations: The Authority should reevaluate their established procedures and controls in place to ensure full compliance in regards to eligibility and the timeliness of recertifications. The Authority needs to correct the deficiencies noted in the tested files and consider the impact to the rest of the population of tenant files that were not selected as part of the auditor’s sample. Action Taken: The Houston Housing Authority agrees with this fining and related recommendations. During 2024 the voucher and public housing programs converted to a new software system. Yardi is not the principal operating system for both the voucher and public housing programs. This system conversion has required that work flows had to be modified. This modification and implementation of a new processing system did not allow staff to conduct the necessary reviews of existing files to make sure that the compliance related materials that should be found in each file were to be completed. This issue has been discussed and there will be an internal review conducted on file samples to determine what compliance deficiencies are prevalent. Corrective action steps will be implemented to address these issues designed to correct them. Additional training resources will be devoted to staff in these departments designed to improve quality control with these program areas. The Senior Vice President of Voucher Operations and the Senior Vice President of Asset Management will be focused on improving the quality of our files that support the voucher and public housing operations.
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