Finding 3577 (2022-002)

2022-002 Criteria – According to 2 CFR Subpart F Section 200.510b, the auditee must prepare a Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) for the period that includes all amounts spent on federal programs during the reporting period. Condition – The SEFA excluded the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program and was materially understated by $81,750. Cause – PPHS had significant turnover in finance personnel during and after the 21-22 school year. Effect – An audit adjustment was made to add the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program expenditures of $81,750 to the SEFA. The increase in expenditures resulted in the selection of an additional major program to achieve the audit coverage required by the Uniform Guidance. Corrective Action Plan – PPHS had significant turnover in finance personnel during the 22-23 school year. PPHS hired a full-time Financial Controller on July 31st, 2023 and has been working with accounting consultants to improve processes and procedures throughout FY23. We will implement a review process for the SEFA whereby key members of management review the SEFA for completeness. Responsible for CAP – Todd Burleson, Financial Controller. Anticipated completion date – Processes were improved in FY23 through assistance from accounting consultants. Policies and procedures updates will be implemented in FY24.