Finding 404129 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency Repeat Finding
Requirement
P
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2023
Accepted
2024-06-28
Audit: 310912
Organization: Amskills, Inc. (FL)

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: Revenue recognition and donation reconciliation problems were found during the audit, which the Organization's accounting processes missed.
  • Impacted Requirements: Adjustments were needed for accounts receivable and revenue due to these issues.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Management should enhance internal controls by implementing annual and monthly cutoff review procedures to ensure accurate recording of revenue and expenses.

Finding Text

During the current year audit testing procedures, certain revenue recognition and donation reconciliation issues were noted. These issues were not initially identified by the Organization’s accounting process and procedures, resulting in adjustments to accounts receivable and revenue. We recommend that management follow the internal controls established in its Accounting Policies and Procedures handbook, and consider implementing additional control procedures, including, but not limited to, the following annual and monthly review procedures. Annual Procedures: • We recommend that management implement additional cutoff review procedures at the end of each reporting period to ensure revenue, billings, and expenses are recorded in the proper period. Monthly Procedures: • We recommend that management implement additional cutoff review procedures at the end of each month to ensure revenue, billings, and expenses are recorded in the proper period.

Corrective Action Plan

Management intends to implement an accounting period closing checklist that addresses the following: Revenue Transactions: Verify that all revenue transactions for the month have been recorded accurately and in accordance with AmSkills revenue recognition policies. Confirm that revenue is recognized when it is earned and the criteria for revenue recognition are met. Billing and Invoicing Processes: Ensure that all billings and invoices for services rendered during the month are processed and issued promptly. Review billing records to confirm accuracy and completeness of invoices issued. Expense Recognition: Review expense transactions to ensure they are recorded in the correct period. Verify that expenses incurred during the month are properly recognized and classified according to AmSkills’ accounting policies.Perform Reconciliations and Adjustments: - Conduct reconciliations between financial records and supporting documentation. Identify any discrepancies or variances and make necessary adjustments to ensure financial accuracy.

Categories

Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 404130 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 404131 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 980571 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 980572 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 980573 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.251 Economic Development Initiative, Community Project Funding, and Miscellaneous Grants $1.86M
14.218 Community Development Block Grants/entitlement Grants $155,424
17.277 Workforce Investment Act (wia) National Emergency Grants $15,000