Finding 411171 (2022-003)

2022-003 Department of Health and Human ServicesFederal Financial Assistance Listing #93.498COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund and American Rescue Plan (ARP) Rural Distribution Applicable Federal Award Number and Year ? Period 4 TIN #466000400Preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal AwardsMaterial Weakness in Internal Control Over Compliance - OtherCriteria: Proper controls over financial reporting include the ability to prepare the schedule of expenditures of federal awards (schedule) and accompanying notes to the schedule.Condition: The Hospital does not have an internal control system designed to provide for the preparation of the schedule. As auditors, we were requested to assist with the preparation of the schedule.Cause: Auditor assistance with preparation of the schedule is not unusual as the schedule has unique and specialized requirements and preparation is only required when the Hospital meets a specified threshold of federal expenditures.Effect: There is reasonable possibility that the Hospital would not be able to draft the schedule that is correct without the assistance of the auditors.Questioned Costs: None reported.Context: Sampling was not used.Repeat Finding from Prior Years: YesRecommendation: While we recognize that this condition is not unusual for an organization with limited staffing, we recommend management be aware of the financial reporting requirements relating to the Hospital?s schedule and the internal controls that impact financial reporting.Views of Responsible Officials: Management agrees with the finding.