Finding 565825 (2023-001)

Finding 2023-001 - Prior Period Restatement (Material Weakness in Internal Control over Financial Reporting) Criteria: Management is responsible for reporting transactions in the proper accounting period. Condition: There were insufficient internal controls or knowledge of accrual accounting to ensure transactions reported in proper period. Cause: Due to staffing turnover and shortages one contract was signed in 2022 but the full amount of the liability was not recorded in accounts payable and property and equipment. Effect or potential effect: The 2022 consolidated financial statements were not materially correct. Recommendation: The Organization and accounting industry in general have had some significant staffing issues over the past few years that have led to the issues noted. The Organization needs to:  Assess accounting staff to ensure you have the correct number for size of Organization and proper skill set.  Ensure processes and internal controls are documented and staff has appropriate training. Views of responsible officials: See attached.