SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY IN INTERNAL CONTROL OVER COMPLIANCE – PASSED THROUGH MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – TITLE i GRANTS TO LOCAL EDUCATION AGENCIES FUNDS (FEDERAL ALN 84.010)
2024-005 Internal Control Over Compliance With Federal Reimbursement Submission Deadline Requirements
Finding Summary
2 CFR § 200.328 requires the Academy to establish and maintain effective internal control over compliance with requirements applicable to federal program reporting, including reimbursement submission requirements applicable to Title I grants. During our audit, we noted the Academy did not have sufficient controls within its Title I federal program to ensure compliance with federal reporting requirements.
Corrective Action Plan
Actions Planned – The Academy is in the process of reviewing and updating its policies and procedures relating to reimbursement submission for its federal programs to ensure compliance with the Uniform Guidance in the future. The review of procedures will also include steps to ensure that academy personnel are following the requirements of the Uniform Guidance related to reimbursement submission requirements.
Official Responsible – The Academy's Executive Director, Farhiya Einte.
Planned Completion Date – June 30, 2025.
Disagreement With or Explanation of Finding – The Academy agrees with this finding.
Plan to Monitor – The School’s Executive Director, Farhiya Einte, will assure appropriate internal controls and procedures are updated and in place to ensure compliance with reimbursement submission requirements.