Finding 3170 (2023-003)

Material Weakness
Requirement
L
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2023
Accepted
2023-12-04
Audit: 5181
Organization: City of Scott (LA)

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The City’s internal controls over reporting are ineffective, leading to discrepancies in financial reporting.
  • Impacted Requirements: The City failed to comply with 31 CFR section 35.4(c), as the annual report did not match total expenditures of $193,118.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: The City should review and update financial policies and procedures to establish effective controls.

Finding Text

2023-003 Controls Over Reporting Assistance Listing # 21.027 – COVID-19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Fiscal year finding initially occurred: 2023 Criteria In accordance with 31 CFR section 35.4(c), the City should provide an annual report detailing the accounting for the use of the federal award program funds. Condition The City’s internal controls over reporting were determined to be ineffective during the performance of internal control testing over the major federal program. Cause The City does not have adequate controls and procedures over reporting. Effect The City’s annual report did not reconcile to the amount of total expenditures in the amount of $193,118. Recommendation The City should review their established policies and procedures and make any necessary changes to ensure an effective control environment. Management’s Corrective Action Plan The City of Scott will review financial policies and procedures and make any necessary changes to ensure an effective control environment.

Corrective Action Plan

The City of Scott will review financial policies and procedures and make any necessary changes to ensure an effective control environment.

Categories

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 3171 2023-004
    Material Weakness
  • 579612 2023-003
    Material Weakness
  • 579613 2023-004
    Material Weakness

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
21.027 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds $518,288
14.228 Community Development Block Grants/state's Program and Non-Entitlement Grants in Hawaii $378,000
20.205 Highway Planning and Construction $89,417