Core Issue: $12,319 was withdrawn from the residual receipts account without HUD approval, indicating a significant deficiency in internal controls.
Impacted Requirements: Compliance with federal award requirements, specifically regarding withdrawals from the residual receipts account.
Recommended Follow-Up: Revise policies on withdrawal authorizations and improve training for staff involved in the process.
Finding Text
Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Federal Program Title: Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities (Section 811)
Asset Listing Number: 14.181
Award Number: 084-HD033
Compliance Requirement Affected: Special Tests and Provisions
Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance
Criteria: An effective internal control system over compliance with federal awards should be in place to
ensure compliance with federal award requirements. Withdrawals from the residual receipts account may
be made only for project purposes and with the approval of HUD (24 CFR section 891.400(e)).
Condition: Audit procedures identified $12,319 in funds transferred out of the residual receipts account
without the approval from HUD.
Questioned Costs: None
Cause: Internal controls of over compliance were not sufficiently designed to ensure adherence with
compliance requirements with federal awards.
Possible Effect: CCI Apartment Corporation is not in compliance with the special tests and provision
requirements.
Repeat Finding: No
Recommendation: We recommend that management review and revise policies and procedures related to
residual receipts withdrawal authorization and approval including enhancing the communication and
training of individuals authorized to initiate withdrawals.
Categories
HUD Housing ProgramsSignificant DeficiencyInternal Control / Segregation of DutiesSpecial Tests & Provisions