Finding 44081 (2022-003)

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Requirement
C
Questioned Costs
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Year
2022
Accepted
2023-06-29
Audit: 50495
Organization: Integral Global Health, Inc. (GA)
Auditor: Grace CPAS LLC

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: Lack of a formal control process for reviewing cost reimbursement reports submitted to the Payment Management Station.
  • Impacted Requirements: Noncompliance with Uniform Guidance, which mandates internal controls for financial reporting.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Establish and document policies and procedures for preparing and submitting cost reimbursement reports to ensure compliance.

Finding Text

Finding 2022-003 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Protecting and Improving Health Globally: Building and Strengthening Public Health Impact, Systems, Capacity and Security, CFDA #?s 93.318, Grant Numbers 21NU2RGH001917, 21NU2RGH001917C6 and Contract Number PO20-00454 Noncompliance Cash Management Condition: During our testing of cash management, we noted that no formal control process was in place to independently review cost reimbursement reports and submissions to the Payment Management Station (PMS) for reimbursement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control. Criteria: Uniform Guidance requires that internal controls be established and followed for the financial reporting process (2 CFR ? 200.303(a)). Cause: No established control process for independent review of cost reimbursement reports and submissions to the PMS. Effect: Errors may not be caught on a timely basis resulting in an incorrectly filed reports and cost reimbursements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Recommendation: We recommend that the Organization establish and document policies, procedures and controls regarding the preparation of the cost reimbursement reports and submission to the PMS to ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance. Management?s Response: See Corrective Action Plan

Corrective Action Plan

Finding 2022-003: Cash Management - Material Noncompliance Management?s Response: Our commitment to maintaining strong financial controls and compliance with grant reporting requirements remains unwavering. In response to the audit finding and in our ongoing efforts to continually improve our internal controls and procedures, we have taken the following corrective actions to address the identified noncompliance and strengthen our cash management controls: Development and Implementation of Control Process: We have developed a formal control process to ensure the independent review of all cost reimbursement reports and submissions to the PMS. This process includes assigning qualified individuals who possess the necessary expertise and knowledge to conduct a thorough review of the reports and submissions. Reviewer Qualifications and Training: We have identified individuals within our organization who have the required knowledge and experience in cash management processes and grant reporting. These reviewers have undergone specialized training to enhance their understanding of the Uniform Guidance requirements, compliance regulations, and relevant policies. Documentation and Tracking: To ensure accountability and transparency, we have implemented a system for documenting and tracking the review activities performed on each cost reimbursement report and submission. This enables us to monitor the completion of reviews, track identified issues or errors, and maintain an audit trail for future reference. Timely Review and Reporting: We have established a specific timeline for completing the review of cost reimbursement reports and submissions. This ensures that any errors or discrepancies are identified and rectified promptly, minimizing the risk of incorrectly filed reports and cost reimbursements. Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement: We recognize the importance of continuous monitoring and improvement of our cash management controls. We will conduct periodic reviews and assessments of the control process to identify areas for enhancement and ensure its effectiveness and adherence to the required standards. Anticipated Completion Date: Already Implemented Responsible Contact Person: Dr Malik Mamoon Munir, Global Operations Officer, +1 678-580-0853

Categories

Cash Management Reporting

Other Findings in this Audit

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
93.318 Protecting and Improving Health Globally: Building and Strengthening Public Health Impact, Systems, Capacity and Security $725,632