Finding 969522 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency
Requirement
N
Questioned Costs
$1
Year
2023
Accepted
2024-04-12

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: Financial statements must be materially accurate; however, we found unapproved transactions in the Residual Receipts account.
  • Impacted Requirements: Compliance with HUD regulations is at risk due to unauthorized fund transfers, potentially affecting Section 202 status.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Ensure no funds from the Residual Receipts account are used without HUD approval, and implement corrective actions as agreed.

Finding Text

Criteria: There is an expectation that the financial statements will be materially accurate when an auditor begins their final fieldwork on the audit after year-end. Minor adjustments are expected but overall, the balances should materially reflect the financial position of the entity. Condition: During our fieldwork, we found activity within the Residual Receipts account without HUD Approvals. Cause: Client transferring funds to operating account, and then redepositing amounts at a later date. Effect: Client is not in compliance due to not having HUD approval for transactions within the Residual Receipts account. This could jeopardize their Section 202 status with HUD. Recommendation: It is our recommendation that the Project does not utilize funds within the Residual Receipts account without HUD approval, as this is required per the Compliance Supplement. Views of the Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: We understand the recommendations above and will take corrective action to implement the changes needed to ensure that funds are not utilized without HUD approval.

Categories

Questioned Costs HUD Housing Programs Cash Management

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 393080 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency
  • 393081 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency
  • 969523 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly $4.87M