Finding 400514 (2023-002)

Material Weakness Repeat Finding
Requirement
C
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2023
Accepted
2024-06-10

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: Missing complete credit card reconciliations and supporting invoices for all transactions.
  • Impacted Requirements: Ineligible charges and improper allocations to the Low-Income Public Housing program.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Ensure all credit card transactions are reconciled and compliant with program guidelines.

Finding Text

In a sample of three (3) months of Credit Card statements reviewed, the following deficiencies are noted: 1. Complete credit card reconciliations were not provided for all transactions, including invoice support. 2. Ineligible charges were found on two of the credit card months tested. 3. Allocations were made to the Low-Income Public Housing program for expenses not allowable for that program, including food and travel expenses.

Corrective Action Plan

Steps to resolve: We will perform a complete review of all Low Income Public Housing and Housing Authority policies over disbursements to ensure compliance with these policies. Management will implement procedures and staffing changes to clear this finding in FY 2024. Timeframe: By FYE September 30, 2024 Individual responsible for correction: Tarena Grant, Interim Executive Director

Categories

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Eligibility HUD Housing Programs

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 400513 2023-001
    Material Weakness
  • 400515 2023-003
    Material Weakness
  • 400516 2023-004
    Material Weakness
  • 976955 2023-001
    Material Weakness
  • 976956 2023-002
    Material Weakness Repeat
  • 976957 2023-003
    Material Weakness
  • 976958 2023-004
    Material Weakness

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.850 Public and Indian Housing $635,008
14.218 Community Development Block Grants/entitlement Grants $377,115
14.870 Resident Opportunity and Supportive Services - Service Coordinators $59,213