Finding 635885 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency
Requirement
B
Questioned Costs
$1
Year
2022
Accepted
2023-09-28
Audit: 55262
Organization: Centro Cultural Mexicano (WA)
Auditor: Clark Nuber P S

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: There is a significant deficiency in internal controls over compliance with allowable cost principles for payroll costs.
  • Impacted Requirements: Payroll costs must align with level of effort reporting and be supported by proper documentation as per 2 CFR 200.430.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: The organization should assess its payroll system to ensure accurate allocation and reporting of payroll costs.

Finding Text

Significant Deficiency in Internal Controls over Compliance related to the allowable cost principles compliance requirement. Federal Agency: Department of Treasury Pass Through Agency: City of Bellevue Program Title: COVID-19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds CFDA Number: 21.027 Award Number: SLFRP4086 Award Period: September 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023 Criteria In accordance with 2 CRF 200.430, Allowable payroll costs should be applied based on level of effort reporting for each period and supported by proper documentation. Condition/Context for Evaluation Payroll costs do not appear to have been allocated to the program within the payroll system in line with level of effort based on approved timecards. Effect or Potential Effect The Organization was unable to substantiate allocations of payroll costs within their payroll system. Questioned Costs $557 Cause The Organization?s internal controls did not ensure that payroll costs were being properly allocated to the program. Repeat Finding Not a repeat finding. Recommendation We recommend that that the Organization evaluate the payroll system in place to ensure reliable application and reporting of payroll cost allocations. Views of Responsible Officials of Auditee Management agrees with the finding and has provided the accompanying corrective action plan.

Categories

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 59443 2022-002
    Significant Deficiency

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
21.027 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds $49,877