2025-008 Auditor’s Recommendation: We recommend the organization strengthen its internal controls over federal financial reporting by establishing and documenting procedures requiring that all reports submitted to federal awarding agencies or pass-through entities be prepared using actual expenditur...
2025-008 Auditor’s Recommendation: We recommend the organization strengthen its internal controls over federal financial reporting by establishing and documenting procedures requiring that all reports submitted to federal awarding agencies or pass-through entities be prepared using actual expenditures recorded in the accounting system. These procedures should include a reconciliation of reported amounts to the general ledger and supporting documentation prior to submission, as well as an independent review process to ensure reported information is accurate, complete, and compliant with Uniform Guidance requirements. Corrective Action: UCM will develop and implement written procedures requiring that all financial reports submitted to federal awarding agencies or pass-through entities are prepared using actual expenditures recorded in UCM’s accounting system. Reported amounts will be reconciled to the general ledger and supported by appropriate documentation before submission, including general ledger detail, payroll records, accounts payable records, allocation schedules, invoices, receipts, proof of payment, and other records supporting the reported costs. UCM will implement a federal financial reporting checklist to document preparation, reconciliation, and review each report. The checklist will require verification that reported costs agree to actual expenditures, are recorded in the correct reporting period, are charged to the correct federal award, are supported by documentation, and are consistent with award terms and Uniform Guidance requirements. A qualified individual independent of the report preparation process will review and approve reports before submission, and evidence of review will be retained. Responsible for Corrective Action: Shruti Jha, Senior Director of Finance Gina Macanlalay, Director of Family Achievement Program Laura D’Ambrogi, Grants Manager Independent Reviewer (CEO, Finance Committee Chair, or another qualified reviewer) Anticipated Completion Date: December 31, 2026