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What to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to final report. Learn what the auditors are looking for, the professional standards they follow, and your role in the process.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/what-to-expect-osc-audit-051524.pdfCollege Readiness (2021-N-1)
To determine whether DOE is adequately preparing students for post-secondary institutions. Our audit covered the period from September 2015 through March 2022 and included students who were expected to graduate high school by August 2019.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21n1.pdfDistribution of Utility Arrears in New York State
One impact of the devastating job losses incurred during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic is a significant increase in the number of households in arrears on utilities bills for 60 days or more.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/distribution-of-utility-arrears-in-nys.pdfProject Tracking Systems and Economic Assistance Program Evaluations (2019-S-48) 180-Day Response
To determine if Empire State Development (ESD) maintains adequate information systems for the collection of relevant data to effectively manage and report on the economic assistance programs it administers and ensure programs meet desired outcomes.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-19s48-response.pdfSmithtown Central School District – Claims Processing and Travel-Related Expenses (2021M-25)
Determine whether the Smithtown Central School District’s (District) Board of Education (Board) ensured claims were adequately documented, for appropriate purposes, and properly audited and approved prior to payment, and that any travel expenses were reasonable.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/smithtown-central-2021-25.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, December 2022
New York City’s fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget is projected to rise to $109.4, after transfers, but City finances could come under pressure amid a slowing economic recovery and an increase in demand for City services.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-14-2023.pdfSlate Hill Fire District – Procurement and Claims Processing (2021M-105)
Determine whether the Slate Hill Fire District’s (District) Board ensured that goods and services were procured in accordance with the District’s procurement policy and whether claims were adequately supported, and for a valid purpose before payment.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/slate-hill-fire-district-2021-105.pdfImproving Government Efficiency and Effectiveness - Lessons Learned from Past OSC Audits
This report summarizes select audits that highlight SGA’s efforts to promote fiscal responsibility and brings renewed attention to ideas that could result in cost savings or revenue enhancements for the State and New York City.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/improving-government-efficiency-and-effectiveness.pdfProject Tracking Systems and Economic Assistance Program Evaluations (2019-S-48)
To determine if Empire State Development (ESD) maintains adequate information systems for the collection of relevant data to effectively manage and report on the economic assistance programs it administers and ensure programs meet desired outcomes.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-19s48.pdfTechnology Transfer Program and Royalty Payments (Follow-Up) (2020-F-32)
To follow up on the actions taken by officials of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report, Technology Transfer Program and Royalty Payments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f32.pdfDiNapoli Warns Federal Cuts to Health Care Could Hurt Millions of New Yorkers
… and some members of Congress could cut federal funding for those programs by billions of dollars and jeopardize health care coverage for many residents, according to a report released today by … Thomas P. DiNapoli. "There are disturbing calls in Washington to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-warns-federal-cuts-health-care-could-hurt-millions-new-yorkersComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Sentencing in $200,000 Fraud on Long Island
… $10,000 he admits stealing, and is banned from bidding on or receiving public contracts with the state, any … “Ordinary New Yorkers work too hard to have their tax dollars squandered by the dishonest and criminal actions … the state Office of General Services from 2010 to 2012 on state contracts for heating, ventilation, and air …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-sentencing-200000-fraud-long-islandState Agencies Bulletin No. 2059
… vehicle and chauffeur services in the New York State Payroll System (PayServ) for tax year 2022. Affected … Agencies are required to provide the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) with the value of the personal use of … is not considered salary for the purposes of computing retirement benefits. Employee’s Paycheck/Advice: Earnings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2059-procedures-reporting-taxable-value-personal-use-employer-providedDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Reaches Record High of $176.2 Billion
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today an estimated 13.02 percent rate of return for the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) now valued at an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-reaches-record-high-1762-billionOpinion 92-46
… exceed $10,000 over the course of a fiscal year (1991 Opns St Comp No. 91-64, p 169; 1990 Opns St Comp No. 90-35, p 80; 1987 Opns St Comp No. 87-4, p 6; 23 Opns St Comp, 1967, p 866; 11 Opns …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-46DiNapoli: New York City's Budget Outlook Improves
… New York City’s budget outlook for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, but funding for education and social services remain … immigration reform.” The city’s Preliminary FY 2025 budget and January Financial Plan enabled the city to … (adjusted for prepayments), close its $7.1 billion FY 2025 budget gap, and reduce its out-year gaps. The January …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-new-york-citys-budget-outlook-improvesState Agencies Bulletin No. 2159.1
… require the employee to file an amended tax return. Tax Withholding: The taxable value of personal use of an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/21591-procedures-reporting-taxable-value-personal-use-employer-providedState Agencies Bulletin No. 2159
… vehicle and chauffeur services in the New York State Payroll System (PayServ) for tax year 2023. Affected … Agencies are required to provide the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) with the value of the personal use of … is not considered salary for the purposes of computing retirement benefits. Employee’s Paycheck/Advice: Earnings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2159-procedures-reporting-taxable-value-personal-use-employer-providedOther Bulletin No. 68.1
… supersedes Payroll Bulletin No. Other-68 . Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to inform the State University Construction Fund of OSC’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/suny-construction-fund/other-681-state-university-construction-fund-scf-civil-serviceOther Bulletin No. 68
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to inform the State … lump sum Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus lump sum payment is not pensionable and not subject to across-the-board …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/suny-construction-fund/other-68-state-university-construction-fund-scf-civil-service