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Red Flags – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… Claims with certain characteristics may have a higher risk of error … are not routine. In today’s electronic environment, anyone with a computer and printer may be capable of replicating and … Particular attention should be paid to claims with the following characteristics: Missing documents …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/red-flagsTown of Perrysburg – Supervisor’s Fiscal Responsibilities (2014M-169)
… 21, 2014. Background The Town of Perrysburg is located in Cattaruagus County, has approximately 1,600 residents and … approximately $2.1 million. Key Findings The Clerk and a bookkeeper perform virtually all of the Supervisor’s … that his accounting records are accurately maintained in a timely manner. The Board should ensure that the Clerk …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2014/10/10/town-perrysburg-supervisors-fiscal-responsibilities-2014m-169Town of New Albion – Town Supervisor's Financial Duties (2023M-46)
… his financial duties. Key Findings The Supervisor did not perform his financial duties or obtain training on how to … delegated responsibilities and ensure the delegations do not conflict with laws regarding incompatibility of office. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2023/06/16/town-new-albion-town-supervisors-financial-duties-2023m-46DiNapoli: School District Tax Levy Cap at 2%
… For the first time since 2019, property tax levy growth for school districts will be capped at 2%, up from 1.23% last … for those with a June 30, 2023 fiscal year end. “School district and municipal officials must remain fiscally … including the “Big Four” cities of Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Yonkers. List of allowable tax levy growth …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-school-district-tax-levy-cap-2-percentDiNapoli: School District Tax Levy Cap at 2% for Third Straight Year
… Property tax levy growth for school districts and 10 of the state’s cities will be capped … one-time pandemic relief aid nearly exhausted, school district and municipal officials should carefully monitor … including the “Big Four” cities of Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Yonkers. Allowable Levy Growth and Inflation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-school-district-tax-levy-cap-2-third-straight-yearWheatland-Chili Central School District – Network Access Controls (2023M-7)
… a written agreement with a detailed list and explanation of services and responsibilities. District officials …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2023/06/23/wheatland-chili-central-school-district-network-access-controls-2023m-7Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… or incorrectly reported. State Education Department: Unity House of Troy, Compliance with the Reimbursable Cost Manual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsJoin Our Information Technology Team
… advancement on a defined career path. While promotion is not guaranteed, this graphic reflects the traditional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/information-technologyXII.5.C Selecting the Appropriate Vendor and Address Sequence – XII. Expenditures
… receive payment. If vendors are unable to receive or post State payments, it may delay payment crediting and Business … payment request will meet the processing needs of both New York State and the vendor. Section 6.Z - Processing Payments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii5c-selecting-appropriate-vendor-and-address-sequenceNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Announces Appointment of Interim Emerging Managers Director
… good hands with Sly at the helm.” A photo of McClearn is available. About the New York State Common Retirement Fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-announces-appointment-interim-emerging-managers-directorState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… (TLD) is the last part of an Internet address, such as .com, .net, or .org. In March 2012, DoITT entered into a franchise agreement with a vendor to apply for the “.nyc” generic TLD (gTLD) and to operate, manage, … established by SED. For the three fiscal years ended June 30, 2015, auditors identified $711,676 in reported costs that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-audits-0DiNapoli: Erie Community College Audit Reveals Lax Oversight by Board
… at Erie Community College (ECC) gave more than $100,000 in raises and bonuses to senior officials without proper … P. DiNapoli. “Our auditors found a lax control environment in which significant decisions were made out of the view of … oversight role and address the deficiencies outlined in this audit.” DiNapoli’s auditors discovered during the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/dinapoli-erie-community-college-audit-reveals-lax-oversight-boardState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today the following audits and examinations have been issued: … to ensure that only qualified providers participate in the Medicaid program and prevent improper payments for … six eye care professionals who did not fully comply with the DOH’s Medicaid policies for provider enrollment and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-audits-0XI.17 Protest Procedures – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… Protest Procedure ("Protest Procedure"), found at Part 24 of Title 2 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations , … must be filed with: Bureau Director at bidprotests@osc.ny.gov or Bureau of Contracts New York State Office of the State Comptroller 110 State Street, 11th Floor Albany, NY 12236. Appeal of Public Contracting Entity Protest …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi17-protest-proceduresOpinion 99-5
… library system. You indicate that the school district is not currently served by a library and is contemplating a … library system under the contract would be made available from an annual appropriation by the school … authority to contract with cooperative library systems did not encompass the provision of library services by member …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-99-5State Agencies Bulletin No. 647
… and 8/23/06 (Administration) OSC Actions OSC has created new codes for the following new data elements with respect to … end date the current dues (Code 291) and Agency Shop Fee (Code 295) and insert a new effective-dated row for … the Security Services Bargaining Unit Represented by New York State Correction …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/647-new-bargaining-unit-payroll-code-change-non-arbitration-eligibleWestchester County Department of Social Services - Contract Monitoring (2018M-35)
… before authorizing payments. Department officials did not obtain and review backup documentation for one contract … audit period. The contract agreement with this agency did not have clear guidelines for actions to take upon the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2018/05/18/westchester-county-department-social-services-contract-monitoring-2018m-35Vendor File Advisory No. 4
… that if done timely will benefit both agencies and vendors. These are: First, as soon as your agency has decided … and payments to be made. Second, strongly encourage vendors to register promptly for e-Supplier. This will allow vendors direct, 24-7 access to needed information regarding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/vendor-file-advisory/4-prompt-vendor-registrationNorth Bellmore Union Free School District - Procurement of Professional Services (2019M-95)
… complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether the Board adhered to the law and District policy when procuring professional … services. Key Findings The Board did not: Comply with the law and use a competitive request for proposal (RFP) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/08/16/north-bellmore-union-free-school-district-procurement-professionalOceanside Union Free School District – Monitoring Internet Use (2022M-195)
… acceptable Internet use policy on the District’s network. In addition to finding sensitive information technology (IT) … personal email, online gaming and social networking, in violation of the District’s AUP. Internet browsing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2023/03/24/oceanside-union-free-school-district-monitoring-internet-use-2022m-195