Finding 2024-001: Internal Controls Over Monthly Meal Claims Reports
Type of Finding: Control
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Pass-through Entity: Michigan Department of Education
Assistance Listing Number: 10.553, 10.555 and 10.559
Award Numbers: 231970, 241970, 231960, 241960, Bonus and Ent...
Finding 2024-001: Internal Controls Over Monthly Meal Claims Reports
Type of Finding: Control
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Pass-through Entity: Michigan Department of Education
Assistance Listing Number: 10.553, 10.555 and 10.559
Award Numbers: 231970, 241970, 231960, 241960, Bonus and Entitlement Commodities, 230900 and 240900
Award Year End: September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2024
Recommendation: The School District should follow established procedures to require the documented review and approval of all reports by an individual with adequate skills, knowledge, and experience prior to submission.
Action Taken: The School District has implemented a new procedure requiring that all reports be reviewed and approved by a designated reviewer before submission. The reviewer, who must possess the appropriate skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the report's content, will ensure that the information is accurate, complete, and compliant with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Responsible Person and Anticipated Completion Date: Food Service Director, October 2024
If the Michigan Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Todd Hronek at (231) 788-7109.