Planned Corrective Action: Due to a transition between Finance Directors, there was an administrative oversight that resulted in the reserve funds not being fully consolidated into the designated reserve account by June 30, 2025. Additionally, the USDA Annual Borrower Certification process was compl...
Planned Corrective Action: Due to a transition between Finance Directors, there was an administrative oversight that resulted in the reserve funds not being fully consolidated into the designated reserve account by June 30, 2025. Additionally, the USDA Annual Borrower Certification process was completed later than usual (in July rather than by the end of May), delaying identification of the discrepancy. The Organization identified the discrepancy during the USDA Annual Borrower Certification process and completed the required transfer to fully fund the designated reserve account on July 17, 2025 prior to submission of the certification. The Organization has implemented and will maintain the following corrective actions: • Establishment of a dual review and approval process for reserve balances at fiscal year-end to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Formal assignment of reserve compliance responsibilities to designated finance personnel to ensure accountability. • Implementation of a process to monitor reserve balances monthly, with reconciliation to USDA requirements. • Submission of a request to USDA to ensure that Annual Borrower Certification notifications are sent to both the Executive Director and Finance Director to enhance oversight and accountability. Responsible Official: Patricia Calloway, Executive Director Planned Completion Date: Implemented as of July 17, 2025, with ongoing monitoring and control procedures in place for all future reporting periods. Status: The required reserve balance was fully funded in the designated account as of July 17, 2025 prior to submission of the USDA Borrower Certification.