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Untimely Single Audit Filing Condition and criteria: The Authority did not submit their Single Audit Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024 within nine months of the fiscal year end, as required by the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR § 200.512), resulting in a delinquent submission. Cause and Effect: There were inadequate internal controls in place regarding the audit process to ensure that timely submissions of the Single Audit report would be met. The delinquency may lead to the suspension or termination of federal funding, as well as potential penalties or corrective actions from the funding agency. Auditor’s Recommendations: The Authority should establish a system to closely monitor Single Audit deadlines, designate clear responsibilities for the audit process, and proactively communicate with the auditor to ensure timely completion and submission of the report. Authority’s Response: Eldred Borough Water Authority was unable to contract a CPA to perform the single audit. The Authority has since contracted with a CPA firm to perform the single audit and do not anticipate it being delayed in submission in future years.