Finding: 2024-001 - Inaccurate Reporting/Lack of Independent Review and Approval of Reporting
Auditor Description of Condition and Effect: During our audit procedures over the District's reporting process, we noted that none of the claim requests selected for testing were subject to an independent review and approval process. We also noted that two out of the three reports selected for testing had the incorrect number of meals. As a result of this condition, the District did not comply fully with the reporting requirements under this federal award. In addition, the District was exposed to an increased risk that the reports filed could contain errors and not be detected and corrected on a timely basis.
Auditor Recommendation: We recommend that the District establish procedures to ensure that the number of meals being submitted for reimbursement agrees to the actual meal counts, and that all reports are subject to review and approval by an independent employee prior to submission.
Corrective Action: The responsible Officials recognize the significant deficiency identified. The supporting documents for Food Service claims and the prepared claim report will be reviewed by the Business Manager for approval of submission prior to the Food Service Director submitting Claims moving forward.
Contact Person: Thomas Berkemeier, LEA Business Manager, and Cheryn Delosh, Food Service Director
Due Date: June 30, 2025
Status: In process