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Finding 478285 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency Repeat Finding
Requirement
P
Questioned Costs
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Year
2024
Accepted
2024-07-11
Audit: 314972
Organization: Belmont Elderly Housing, Inc. (NH)
Auditor: Leone McDonnell & Roberts P A

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: Some HUD form certifiers were not updated on time, leading to forms being certified by unauthorized individuals.
  • Impacted Requirements: HUD forms must be certified by current employees with relevant oversight.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Implement a procedure to ensure timely updates of certifiers on HUD forms when changes occur.

Finding Text

Finding 2024-004: Significant Deficiency Information on universe/sample size: It was noted during testing that some of the HUD form certifiers were not updated in a timely manner. Condition: HUD forms must be certified by an authorized user. Criteria: The certifier for HUD forms should be a current employee with oversight in the area the form pertains to. Effect: The forms were not certified by the correct individual. Context: Auditor reviewed source documents noting incorrect certifier. Cause: Lack of oversight by management agent. Recommendation: A procedure be implemented to ensure that the Project changes the certifier on forms, when applicable, in a timely manner.

Corrective Action Plan

Plan: On June 4, 2024, the new Affordable Housing Director identified and corrected the incorrect authorized user information in the OneSite system with her own information. A protocol will be created for promptly updating authorized user information whenever there are personnel changes or role adjustments. Anticipated Completion Date: 06/04/2024 Responsible person: Jackie Oliveira, Director of Affordable Housing

Categories

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Other Findings in this Audit

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly $2.35M