Finding 606441 (2022-002)

Finding 2022-002: The Organization did not file its Data Collection Form on time with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse for the year ended December 31, 2021. (Significant Deficiency) Condition: The Organization did not file the Data Collection Form within nine months of year end. Criteria or Specific Requirement: As required by Uniform Guidance, the Organization is required to submit its Data Collection Form by the earlier of 30 days after issuance of the financial statements or nine months after the end of the fiscal year. Cause: Management did not file the Data Collection Form due to internal delays. Effect: The Data Collection Form for fiscal year 2021 was not submitted to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse within the required timeframe. Questioned Costs: None. Identification as a Repeat Finding: This is a repeat finding of prior year finding 2021-002 as the Organization was late in filing its 2021 Data Collection Form with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse. Recommendation: Management should review its process and implement additional controls to ensure that an appropriate closing process is in place. If appropriate processes are in place, then the Organization should be able to file timely. Views of Responsible Officials: Management of the Organization agrees with the finding. Beginning for the year ended December 31, 2022, management will ensure timely compliance with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse.