Corrective Action Plan - Audit Finding 2024-001: Inaccurate and Incomplete SEFA and Delay in Reporting 1. Documentation Procedures • All federal pass-through funding received will be supported by written documentation (e.g., subaward agreements, grant award letters). • A centralized repository for f...
Corrective Action Plan - Audit Finding 2024-001: Inaccurate and Incomplete SEFA and Delay in Reporting 1. Documentation Procedures • All federal pass-through funding received will be supported by written documentation (e.g., subaward agreements, grant award letters). • A centralized repository for federal award documentation will be maintained and made accessible to the finance team. 2. SEFA Preparation Controls • A SEFA preparation checklist will be developed and implemented to ensure all federal programs are accurately identified, classified, and reported. • Verification of Assistance Listing Numbers (ALNs) and funding sources for all awards included in the SEFA will be required. 3. Designation of Responsibility • The SEFA Compliance Lead will be assigned responsibility for verifying the federal nature of all awards and ensuring accurate SEFA reporting. • Ongoing training will be provided to finance staff on SEFA requirements and Uniform Guidance compliance. 4. Review and Approval • A formal review and approval process for the SEFA will be instituted prior to submission, including review by the Finance Director and Executive Director. 5. Monitoring and Follow-Up • The Finance Director will monitor ongoing compliance and report quarterly to the Board of Directors on SEFA preparation and submission status. • An annual internal review of SEFA procedures will be conducted to ensure continued compliance. Implementation Timeline All corrective actions will be implemented by March 31, 2026. Responsible Personnel • SEFA Compliance Lead: Mimi Lim, Sr. Finance and Operations Manager • Finance Director: Christine Kuo • Executive Director: Monique Brown This Corrective Action Plan is designed to address the auditor’s recommendations and prevent recurrence of similar issues, in accordance with 2 CFR 200.511(c) and best practices for federal grant compliance.