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Finding Summary: There was no formal review documented over several reports tested, some reports were not submitted timely as required by the specific award requirements, and one report did not have supporting documentation on hand. Responsible Individuals: Jay Trusty, Executive Director Corrective ...
Finding Summary: There was no formal review documented over several reports tested, some reports were not submitted timely as required by the specific award requirements, and one report did not have supporting documentation on hand. Responsible Individuals: Jay Trusty, Executive Director Corrective Action Plan: Management has reviewed the findings and taken steps in developing an internal control review process. The Commission implemented procedures to ensure all reports have proof of review and submission, as well as working towards submitting all reports timely. Anticipated Completion Date: June 2026
Finding 2023-003: Reporting - Timely Submission of Financial Reports – Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Noncompliance Name of Contact Person: James Wilson, Borough Manager/Acting Finance Director Corrective Action Plan: The Borough is in the process of engaging addition...
Finding 2023-003: Reporting - Timely Submission of Financial Reports – Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Noncompliance Name of Contact Person: James Wilson, Borough Manager/Acting Finance Director Corrective Action Plan: The Borough is in the process of engaging additional stakeholders to expedite the completion of future financial reports. Completion Date: September 30, 2025
Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Award requires compliance with reporting requirements. During our testing, we noted the Town did not have submit the Pr...
Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Award requires compliance with reporting requirements. During our testing, we noted the Town did not have submit the Project and Expenditure report, that was due by April 30, 2023. Recommendation: CLA recommends the Town implement procedures to ensure compliance with all requirements under which the Town if obligated to comply as part of their grant agreements. Explanation of Disagreement with Audit Finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action Taken in Response to Finding: Management will implement procedures to ensure compliance with all requirements under which the Town if obligated to comply as part of our grant agreements. Name(s) of Contact Person(s) responsible for Corrective Active Plan: Kevin Gervais Jr. Planned completion date for corrective action plan: July 2025
Finding 573743 (2023-016)
Significant Deficiency 2023
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-016 Inaccurate Resource Entry Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid Supervis...
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-016 Inaccurate Resource Entry Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid Supervisor Cases will be reviewed internally to ensure proper documentation is in place for eligibility. Workers will be retrained on what cases should contain and the importance of complete and accurate record keeping. All cases will include online verifications ran timely, documented resources, income and make certain those amounts agree to information input into NC FAST. The results found or documentation made in case notes should clearly indicate what actions were performed by the caseworker and the results of those actions. Information must be updated at every application/recertification and change in circumstance adhering to Medicaid Policy. Templates have been updated to address request for information, income verifications, reasonable compatibility and to include electronic resources are ran with verification of date ran. Transfer of Asset policy and procedures will be reviewed with applicable caseworkers. TOA evaluation and clear documentation of Transfers and Resolutions must be documented. Help Desk tickets should be submitted timely if information or functionality is not working properly. All avenues available to caseworker must be exhausted before requesting information from client, unless information provided and information obtained is questionable. We will continue to train on this issue, and it will also be addressed in new worker Trainings. Training in the learning gateway is also available. May 1, 2024 Section III - Federal Award Findings and Question Costs (continued) 141
Finding 573742 (2023-015)
Significant Deficiency 2023
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-015 Inadequate Request for Information Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid...
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-015 Inadequate Request for Information Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid Supervisor Section III - Federal Award Findings and Question Costs (continued) April 11, 2024 Cases will be reviewed internally to ensure proper documentation is in place for eligibility. Workers will be retrained on what cases should contain and the importance of complete and accurate record keeping. All cases will include online verifications ran timely, documented resources, income and make certain those amounts agree to information input into NC FAST. The results found or documentation made in case notes should clearly indicate what actions were performed by the caseworker and the results of those actions. Information must be updated at every application/recertification and change in circumstance adhering to Medicaid Policy. Templates have been updated to address request for information, income verifications, reasonable compatibility and to include electronic resources are ran with verification of date ran. CW must address all Household income and have clear documentation of request or findings. Training targeted to address error trend of Documentation of Vehicles and Rebuttals. Training targeted to address error trend of evaluation of 1/3 reduction. Information requested from OST to properly enter 1/3 reduction in NCFAST obtained. Training targeted for applicable staff to address Transfer of Asset requirements and how to address and clearly document transfers. Help Desk tickets should be submitted timely if information or functionality is not working properly. All avenues available to caseworker must be exhausted before requesting information from client, unless information provided and information obtained is questionable. We will continue to train on this issue, and it will also be addressed in new worker Trainings. Training in the learning gateway is also available. 140
Finding 573741 (2023-014)
Significant Deficiency 2023
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-014 Inaccurate Information Entry Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid Super...
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-014 Inaccurate Information Entry Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid Supervisor Section III - Federal Award Findings and Question Costs (continued) A refresher training will be held to review errors. Files will be reviewed internally to ensure proper documentation is in place for eligibility. Workers will be retrained on what files should contain and the importance of complete and accurate record keeping. All files include accurate household members, online verifications, documented sources and verifications of income and those amounts agree to information in NC FAST. The results found or documentation made in case notes should clearly indicate what actions were performed and the results of those actions. An updated template has been put in place for applications and recertification to address household members, tax filing status, electronic checks/verifications and documentation that is needed to accurately approve/deny/continue or terminate benefits. Caseworkers will need to review Determinations to ensure all eligibility is calculated accurately. All active cases regardless of program in NCFAST are to be reviewed to ensure we have the correct information. Weekly Communications and Changes will be reviewed weekly at Unit Meeting to address any changes and NCFAST issues that may require a Help Desk Ticket. We will continue to train on this issue, and it will also be addressed in new worker Trainings. Training in the learning gateway is also available. May 1, 2024 139
Finding 573740 (2023-013)
Significant Deficiency 2023
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-012 Late Submission of Data Collection Form Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: December 2025 Finding: 20...
CASWELL COUNTY 144 Court Square, Yanceyville, NC 27379 www.caswellcountync.gov 336/694-4193 Corrective Action Plan For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 Finding: 2023-012 Late Submission of Data Collection Form Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: December 2025 Finding: 2023-013 IV-D Non-Cooperation Name of contact person: Corrective Action: Proposed Completion Date: Heather Starr Thomas, Medicaid Supervisor At the time the determinations under audit were completed this was a requirement. However, under current policy referrals are not being enforced for cooperation with the Child Support Enforcement Agency (IV-D). Please see Administrative Letter 13/23 Due to CCU referrals are not being enforced for cooperation with the Child Support Enforcement Agency (IV-D). 5/1/2024 Caseworkers will adhere to Continuous Coverage Unwinding (CCU) Period Policy. As noted in the response to Findings 2023-001 and 2023-006, County finance staff is diligently working to improve the timeliness of transaction processing and anticipates timely completion of the FY25 audit which will resolve this finding. Melissa Miller, Interim Finance Officer Section III - Federal Award Findings and Question Costs 138
Finding 2023-002 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – CFDA #14.850 Public and Indian Housing Eligibility Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Finding Summary: For 5 participant files, the recertification / move-in checklists were not signed by Authority staff. Res...
Finding 2023-002 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – CFDA #14.850 Public and Indian Housing Eligibility Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Finding Summary: For 5 participant files, the recertification / move-in checklists were not signed by Authority staff. Responsible Individual: Steven Trujillo, Executive Director Corrective Action Plan: In addition to accounting, we also had newer staff members in the compliance department after a leadership transition with the department manager. We have conducted thorough training and discussions to help identify solutions moving forward. We will establish internal controls to ensure that all recertification/move-in checklists are signed by Authority Staff. We will work with the department manager to ensure that the control processes are being followed. Anticipated Completion Date: January 2024
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – CFDA #14.871 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Activities Allowed or Unallowed, Allowable Costs and Cost Principles, Eligibility, Special Test and Provisions Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Immaterial Instance of Nonco...
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – CFDA #14.871 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Activities Allowed or Unallowed, Allowable Costs and Cost Principles, Eligibility, Special Test and Provisions Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Immaterial Instance of Noncompliance Finding Summary: The Authority was not able to locate 1 of the 61 participant files selected for audit testing. Responsible Individual: Steven Trujillo, Executive Director Corrective Action Plan: During 2023, the Housing Choice Voucher Department moved physical locations from the 10th Floor of 1414 Santa Fe to 201 S Victoria. Also, during this time, all of the historical paper files were being scanned for digital storage. During this time, paperwork for one of the participants re-certification and inspection were misplaced and not able to be located during audit fieldwork. We do not anticipate this issue in the future since there will not be another office move, and all recertification paperwork moving forward is being scanned and attached in our software Anticipate Completion Date: January 2024
The Authority has determined the cost of eliminating the deficiencies would exceed its benefit.
The Authority has determined the cost of eliminating the deficiencies would exceed its benefit.
The Authority has determined the cost of eliminating the deficiencies would exceed its benefit.
The Authority has determined the cost of eliminating the deficiencies would exceed its benefit.
The Organization initially had difficulty identifying a qualified firm to carry out the Single Audit for the year ended December 31, 2023. During the first half of 2024, the Organization contacted a total of 17 firms to request quotes, in a process that proved especially difficult given that many di...
The Organization initially had difficulty identifying a qualified firm to carry out the Single Audit for the year ended December 31, 2023. During the first half of 2024, the Organization contacted a total of 17 firms to request quotes, in a process that proved especially difficult given that many did not have experience auditing Non-Profit entities or did not respond. The Organization also consulted with peer Non-Profits entities with similar budgets to obtain recommendations, and from all these efforts only one proposal was received. This prolonged search process significantly delayed the start of the audit. Nevertheless, the Organization entered into a formal agreement with a certified public accounting (CPA) firm to perform the Single Audit. In addition, as this was the Organization’s first audit, additional time was required to compile the requested documents. With a clear understanding now of the documentation requirements, the process is expected to be significantly quicker in future audits. Furthermore, the Organization has already agreed with the same firm to perform the Single Audit for subsequent years going forward.
Finding 573194 (2023-002)
Significant Deficiency 2023
Finding 2023-002: Information on the Federal Program: Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) – 21.027 Compliance Requirements: Reporting – Timely Submission Type of Finding: Significant deficiency. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR 200.328 and the U.S. Department of the Treas...
Finding 2023-002: Information on the Federal Program: Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) – 21.027 Compliance Requirements: Reporting – Timely Submission Type of Finding: Significant deficiency. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR 200.328 and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s SLFRF Compliance and Reporting Guidance, recipients must submit accurate and timely Project and Expenditure Reports by the due dates established by Treasury. Additionally, under 2 CFR 200.303, recipients must establish and maintain effective internal controls over compliance with federal award requirements. Condition: The County did not submit two quarterly Project & Expenditure Reports to the U.S. Department of the Treasury within the required deadlines during 2023 for the SLFRF program. Questioned Costs: $0 Effect: Noncompliance with federal reporting requirements. However, the reports were ultimately submitted and accepted. Cause: Internal control process failure. Repeat Finding: No Recommendation: Management should implement procedures to ensure timely submission of all required SLFRF reports. Action taken in response to finding: Management will implement procedures to ensure timely submission of all required SLFRF reports.
Finding 572964 (2023-002)
Significant Deficiency 2023
FINDING 2023-002 Finding Subject: COVID‐19 ‐ Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds ‐ Reporting Summary of Finding: The Elkhart County Health Department (Health Department) was awarded the Health Issues and Challenges Grant through the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) financed through ...
FINDING 2023-002 Finding Subject: COVID‐19 ‐ Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds ‐ Reporting Summary of Finding: The Elkhart County Health Department (Health Department) was awarded the Health Issues and Challenges Grant through the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) financed through the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds The grant was funded through the American Rescue Plan Act that focused on the improvement of chronic disease, and more specifically, elevated blood lead level reduction. The Health Department was required to submit data through the online portal, National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS) Base System (NBS) each month. The submitted data included program specific metrics related to patient case management of certified Elevated Blood Lead Levels (EBLLs). A Case Manager managed all aspects of an individual patient's care. A home visit and two assessments were completed by the Case Manager and input into the NBS. Once these steps were marked as complete in the NBS, the Clinical Manager reviewed each case and compiled data along with the cost reimbursement amount into a spreadsheet. The Clinical Manager provided the spreadsheet to the Manager of Administration who then completed and submitted the reimbursement invoice to the IDOH. The reimbursement invoice was submitted without a documented oversight, review, or approval process to ensure the accuracy of the data prior to submission. Beginning in October 2022, the Health Department was required to submit program specific metrics and work plan data through RedCap software on a quarterly basis. The Case Manager was responsible for tracking and compiling the necessary information for the quarterly reports. Of the four reports tested, two reports were submitted late. In addition, the quarterly reports were submitted by the Case Manager via the RedCap software without a documented oversight, review, or approval process to ensure timely submission. Recommendation: We recommend the Health Department implement a formal oversight and review process for all data submissions to ensure accuracy and completeness before they are submitted to Indiana Department of Health (IDOH). This would involve a secondary review by a designated individual or team to verify the data. Additionally, improving workflow coordination through clearly defined roles and responsibilities for each team member would help streamline the process and prevent delays. To further improve timeliness, the Health Department should implement a tracking and reminder system for report due dates and reimbursement deadlines to ensure timely submissions. Providing staff with thorough training on reporting protocols and maintaining detailed documentation will help ensure consistent adherence to procedures. Finally, establishing accountability measures through clear roles, deadlines, and regular audits would enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the reporting process. These steps will help ensure the Health Department meets grant requirements, maintains data accuracy, and avoids potential delays or issues in future submissions. INDIANA STATE BOARD OF ACCOUNTS 29 Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Concetta Sanfilippo Contact Phone Number and Email Address: 574.523.2101 csanfilippo@elkhartcounty.com Views of Responsible Officials: We concur with the finding Description of Corrective Action Plan: During the prior audit we were informed of the deficiencies in our controls over the reimbursement requests submitted to the Department of Health. Unfortunately, due to the timing of the finding being brought to our attention near the end of its lifecycle we were unable to implement controls. With only one month remaining between the audit finding results and the grant’s end date, implementing the stated corrective action plan was deemed impractical. The Elkhart County Health Department has internal controls and policies for the grants that are received. This grant was very different from the other grants we have received in the past. Since the Elevated Blood Lead Level Reduction grant differed significantly from previous grants received by the Elkhart County Health Department, moving forward, if the department chooses to pursue and secure another grant with a similar scope, enhanced controls and policies will be implemented to strengthen accuracy and accountability. Specifically, the Health Department will establish a formal data review process. All data submissions will undergo an initial review, followed by a secondary verification conducted by a designated staff member. This dual review procedure will apply to all future grants of a similar nature to ensure the integrity and reliability of submitted information. The goal is to ensure there is an appropriate system of checks and balances, as well as a remediation/correction step, in place for all tasks and documentation related to grant-funded duties and invoicing. Anticipated Completion Date: Effective June 30, 2025 the Elkhart County Department of Health will implement this practice for all newly accepted grants similar in scope to the Elevated Blood Lead Level Reduction.
Finding 2023-007: Significant Deficiency - Reporting Condition: Annual ACF-696T reports were not reviewed by someone other than the preparer of the reports. Corrective Action: The Club agrees with this finding and will establish a review process in their policy and procedures to ensure that someon...
Finding 2023-007: Significant Deficiency - Reporting Condition: Annual ACF-696T reports were not reviewed by someone other than the preparer of the reports. Corrective Action: The Club agrees with this finding and will establish a review process in their policy and procedures to ensure that someone other than the person preparing the report reviews the annual ACF-696T reports before submitting them to ensure accurate reporting. Person Responsible For Corrective Action: Rhonica Via, Finance Director Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025
Finding 2023-008: Significant Deficiency - Special Tests and Provisions Condition: While documentation exists that a background investigation was completed, no documentation was maintained that the results of the background investigation were compared to the employment application or that a suitabi...
Finding 2023-008: Significant Deficiency - Special Tests and Provisions Condition: While documentation exists that a background investigation was completed, no documentation was maintained that the results of the background investigation were compared to the employment application or that a suitability determination was conducted by an appropriate adjudicating official who herself/himself was the subject of a favorable background investigation. Corrective Action: The Club and Cherokee Central Schools (CCS) agree with this finding and CCS notes that its Employment Suitability Investigations policy was updated and formally adopted on July 22, 2019. The audit included a sample of employee files from prior years, before the policy was implemented and before consistent personnel changes were made. Since the policy's adoption, appropriate procedures have been put in place to ensure background investigations and employment suitability assessments are conducted and properly documented. CCS will continue to monitor compliance with the policy and ensure that documentation is consistently maintained in employee personnel files moving forward. Current updates to be enacted immediately include documentation that the Superintendent has reviewed the files. Person Responsible For Corrective Action: Heather Driver, Interim CCS HR Director Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2024
2023‐007 Allowable Costs and Allowable Activities - COVID‐19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Person responsible for corrective action – Devlyn Brooks, Executive Director Corrective action planned – Management is working within the invoice approval system to build in safeguards to p...
2023‐007 Allowable Costs and Allowable Activities - COVID‐19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Person responsible for corrective action – Devlyn Brooks, Executive Director Corrective action planned – Management is working within the invoice approval system to build in safeguards to prevent invoices from being routed without CEO approval. Planned implementation date of corrective action – Calendar year 2025.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE 2023-003 COVID 19 – Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (Federal Assistance Listing Number 21.027) Recommendation: To ensure compliance, we recommend strengthening of internal control by training multiple staff how to complete vendor checks required by the U...
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE 2023-003 COVID 19 – Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (Federal Assistance Listing Number 21.027) Recommendation: To ensure compliance, we recommend strengthening of internal control by training multiple staff how to complete vendor checks required by the Uniform Guidance. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action planned/taken in response to finding: The vendor status was not properly checked due to staff oversight and unfamiliarity with compliance requirements. The City has educated staff entering contracts that will use grant funding on the importance of checking for suspended or debarred status before engaging. Training of staff on procedures to check suspended or debarred status will also be implemented. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Kyle Cratty, Finance Director Planned completion date for corrective action plan: On-going
Audit Finding Reference: 2023-001 Planned Corrective Action: The district created a Federal and State Grants Procedures Manual that includes specific procedures for Time and Effort. The Grant Procedure Manual was approved by the District Committee on December 12, 2023. Name of Contact Person: Melis...
Audit Finding Reference: 2023-001 Planned Corrective Action: The district created a Federal and State Grants Procedures Manual that includes specific procedures for Time and Effort. The Grant Procedure Manual was approved by the District Committee on December 12, 2023. Name of Contact Person: Melissa Martel, Director of Finance Completion Date: December 12, 2023
Finding 572400 (2023-004)
Significant Deficiency 2023
January 16, 2025 The Town of Vinton respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ending June 30, 2023. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P. 3906 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018 Audit period: June 30, 2023 The finding...
January 16, 2025 The Town of Vinton respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ending June 30, 2023. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P. 3906 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018 Audit period: June 30, 2023 The findings from the June 30, 2023, Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs (the “Schedule”) are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the number assigned in the Schedule. FINDINGS – FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT 2023-001: Audit Adjustments (Material Weakness) Condition: During the audit, we noted that several year-end audit adjustments were required to ensure that the financials were prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The adjustments were related to debt, accounts receivable, and capital assets. Criteria: Audit adjustments were required to correct balances in order for the financial statements to be presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Cause: With regard to governmental activity long-term debt, it appears that the roll forward was not reviewed before year-end entries were made, resulting in additional adjustments to long-term debt balances. With regard to business-type activities' long-term debt, principal payments were recorded as an expense rather than a reduction to long-term debt, resulting in additional adjustments to these accounts. With regard to governmental activities and business-type activities' accrued interest, amortization schedules were not reviewed before entries were made, resulting in additional adjustments to these accounts. With regard to governmental activities and business-type activities capital assets, roll forwards, and depreciation schedules were not reviewed before entries were made, resulting in additional adjustments. With regard to governmental activities receivables and deferred revenue were not correctly captured and recorded at year end. FINDINGS – FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT (CONTINUED) 2023-001: Audit Adjustments (Material Weakness) (Continued) Effect: There is an increased risk of financial statement misstatement Recommendation: We recommend establishing procedures in which qualified supervisors are reviewing year-end work papers that feed into the final general ledger and focus on the accuracy of year-end balances. Planned Corrective Action: Management has noted the opportunities for improvement in the review process and segregated duties as it pertains to audit preparation. The department continues to work on separating duties between the Assistant Finance Director and (Senior) Financial Administrators, who will complete the working papers. The Finance Director/Treasurer will then review them for correctness. In addition, the team will work to link the documents to reduce the adjustments of the final documents. 2023-002: Segregation of Duties (Material Weakness) Condition: A fundamental concept of internal controls is the separation of duties. No one employee should have access to both physical assets and the related accounting records, or to all phases of a transaction. A proper segregation of duties has not been established in functions related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursements, and information technology. Criteria: • Mail should be opened by an employee not responsible for accounting, such as the Town Clerk. Cash receipts could be recorded and the deposit prepared by this person. The cash receipts journal, supplemented by remittance advice, could be forwarded to the accounting staff for postings to the general ledger and detailed customer accounts. • Customer complaints, returned checks, disputed items, and other such matters should be investigated by someone who is independent of preparing daily cash receipts and deposits. • Checks and remittance advice should be placed into envelopes and mailed by someone with no other accounting responsibilities. • Water and sewer billing should be independent of the accounts receivable function. Cause: The size of the Town’s accounting staff prohibits complete adherence to segregation of duties. Effect: Internal controls are designed to safeguard assets and detect losses from employee dishonesty or error. FINDINGS – FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT (CONTINUED) 2023-002: Segregation of Duties (Material Weakness) (Continued) Recommendation: Steps should be taken to eliminate the performance of conflicting duties where possible or to implement effective compensating controls. Planned Corrective Action: Management noted this finding. The Finance Director has segregated duties, to the extent practical, to minimize instances where the same person has complete control of a transaction or conflicting duties. FINDINGS AND QUESTIONED COSTS – MAJOR FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAM AUDIT 2023-003: Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund – AL# 21.027, Highway Planning and Construction – AL# 20.205, Late Filling of Data Collection Form Condition: The Town did not file the data collection form for the year ended June 30, 2023, timely. Criteria: For June 30, 2023, year-end audits, under the requirements in the Uniform Guidance and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), all entities are required to submit the annual data collection form with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse the earlier of either 30 days after the issuance of the entity’s annual audit or nine months after the entity’s fiscal year end. Cause: Management did not complete and certify their portion of the form before the deadline. Form cannot be completed before audit is issued. Effect: The entity’s form was submitted to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse late, delaying the completion of all annual audit requirements for the Town. Recommendation: Management should take steps to ensure that the form is filed timely Planned Corrective Action: Management takes note of this finding. The Finance Director is working with the department to ensure that reports and the audit are completed in a timely manner.   FINDINGS AND QUESTIONED COSTS – MAJOR FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAM AUDIT (CONTINUED) 2023-004: Schedule of Expenditures and Federal Awards (Significant Deficiency) Condition: The Schedule of Expenditures and Federal Awards (SEFA) was prepared without supervisor review resulting in several auditor corrections. Criteria: Segregation of duties and review procedures should be applied to federal award workpapers. Cause: Town has not established written internal control policies with regard to federal awards. Effect: Risk that the Town’s information in the SEFA is not accurate, complete, or appropriately presented in accordance with Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: Management should develop and implement written internal control policies. Planned Corrective Action: Management has noted the opportunities for improvement in the review process and segregated duties as it pertains to audit preparation. The department continues to work on separating duties between the Assistant Finance Director and (Senior) Financial Administrators, who will complete the working papers. The Finance Director/Treasurer will then review them for correctness. In addition, the team will work to link the documents to reduce the adjustments of the final documents. If the Federal Audit Clearinghouse has questions regarding this plan, please call Andrew Keen, Finance Director (540) 983-0608 ext. 7012. Sincerely yours, Name: Andrew Keen Title: Finance Director
VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS 1. Assess the need to hire additional staff or reallocate existing resources to ensure the necessary capacity for continued FFATA/FSRS compliance. 2. Create a detailed and comprehensive Procedures Manual for FFATA/FSRS management and reporting, including steps for effe...
VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS 1. Assess the need to hire additional staff or reallocate existing resources to ensure the necessary capacity for continued FFATA/FSRS compliance. 2. Create a detailed and comprehensive Procedures Manual for FFATA/FSRS management and reporting, including steps for effective implementation of the process. 3. Develop and deliver a mandatory training program for all Office of Legal Affairs staff, and any other staff involved in the administration or monitoring of sub-awards. 4. Establish regular monitoring to ensure that FSRS reporting is conducted in a timely and accurate manner. IMPLEMENTATION DATE During Fiscal Year 2025-2026. RESPONSIBLE PERSON Office of Legal Affairs Administration for the Care and Comprehensive Development of Children (ACUDEN, by its Spanish Acronym)
Finding 572167 (2023-001)
Significant Deficiency 2023
Re: 2023-001 Improve Internal Controls over Reporting This letter is in response to the above referenced finding in the FY2023 Single Audit. The Town acknowledges the lateness of the filing of the report for FY2023, which was due to a misunderstanding as to the requirements on the use of ARPA fund...
Re: 2023-001 Improve Internal Controls over Reporting This letter is in response to the above referenced finding in the FY2023 Single Audit. The Town acknowledges the lateness of the filing of the report for FY2023, which was due to a misunderstanding as to the requirements on the use of ARPA funds that were considered as the standard allowance for revenue loss. Similarly, a reporting delay also happened for FY2024. We have taken action to ensure the issue does not reoccur.
Finding 572057 (2023-003)
Significant Deficiency 2023
Finding 2023.003 - Special Tests and Provisions - Sliding Fee Scale Documentation Recommendation The Center should establish a system of internal controls to ensure that all sliding fee discounts are properly calculated and supported based on family size and income. Action Taken I will work directl...
Finding 2023.003 - Special Tests and Provisions - Sliding Fee Scale Documentation Recommendation The Center should establish a system of internal controls to ensure that all sliding fee discounts are properly calculated and supported based on family size and income. Action Taken I will work directly with the Director of Clinical Operations, Kei Wee, to conduct a comprehensive review of the Center's existing sliding fee scale policy to ensure alignment with federal guidelines and best practices, clarifying documentation requirements, including acceptable forms of income verification and definition of family size. The Clinical Operations Director, Kei Wee, will develop and implement a step-by-step standard operating procedure (SOP) for staff to consistently assess and apply sliding fee discounts. The SOP will include clear instructions for verifying documentation, calculating discount eligibility, and recording determinations in the patient's record. The Clinical Operations Director, Kei Wee's management team, will conduct monthly spot audits of a sample of sliding fee files to verify correct application and documentation. The managers will report the findings to management for corrective follow-up and provide training for registration/front-desk staff and billing personnel on the updated policy and procedures as needed.
GLRC is currently experiencing a delay in completion of their required audit which is causing us to miss filing to the single audit clearinghouse by June 30, 2025. We will be out of compliance for the 2024 audit but will be cathing up for meeting the June 2026 deadline for the 2025 audit. GLRC will ...
GLRC is currently experiencing a delay in completion of their required audit which is causing us to miss filing to the single audit clearinghouse by June 30, 2025. We will be out of compliance for the 2024 audit but will be cathing up for meeting the June 2026 deadline for the 2025 audit. GLRC will be engaging a new audit firm for the upcoming fiscal year. Person(s) Responsible: Tracy Busse and Greg Toutant Timing for Implementation: GLRC expects to be caught up for June 30, 2026
Finding 571807 (2023-002)
Significant Deficiency 2023
Correction Action Plan – Finding 2023-002 “Improve Time and Effort Documentation” Correction Action to be taken: The Town is reviewing all school contracts and time sheets for inefficiencies and requiring adjustments or more documentation as necessary. Expected Completion Date: The Treasurer/Collect...
Correction Action Plan – Finding 2023-002 “Improve Time and Effort Documentation” Correction Action to be taken: The Town is reviewing all school contracts and time sheets for inefficiencies and requiring adjustments or more documentation as necessary. Expected Completion Date: The Treasurer/Collector’s office has taken over most of the school’s payroll in FY25 and is working with our new School Business Manager to correct all of the timesheet inadequacies. We anticipate that all major inefficiencies within school payroll will be eradicated by December 31, 2025. The Town is also shifting to a new payroll system which will properly report time and attendance. Contact Person: Julie Hebert, Finance Director; Janet Jannell, Treasurer/Collector; Kaitlyn Shelar, School Business Manager
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