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Designing and Maintaining Effective Documented Procedures

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Diane Bradley

Have you had an employee leave their position suddenly? Have you needed to reevaluate a process to adhere to new rules or regulations? Have you received consistent findings for failing to demonstrate compliance with the same requirements in consecutive audits? … read more >

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Indirect Costs – Fast Facts for Arizona School Districts

Posted on January 21, 2025 by Diane Bradley

Indirect Cost Definition Indirect costs are expenditures that are necessary for an organization’s operations but are not easily associated with a specific grant project or program. Indirect Cost examples include: Utilities Liability Insurance Employee salaries and benefits Administrative supplies How … read more >

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Why Are There So Many School Districts in Arizona?

Posted on October 31, 2024 by Diane Bradley

Picture it; the year is 1885. The Union only had 38 states, and Arizona as a state was just a twinkle in Grover Cleveland’s eye. The Arizona Territorial Legislature let Prescott stay the territorial capital, awarded Phoenix the asylum, awarded … read more >

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What to Do if Fraud is Alleged or Discovered at Your District

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Diane Bradley

School districts put internal controls in place to help prevent and deter theft, fraud, and misuse of District monies and assets. However, sometimes allegations and instances of theft, fraud, and misuse occur.  If that happens, District management should have a … read more >

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Three Procurement Tips from an Auditor

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Diane Bradley

Non-federal entities other than States, including those operating Federal programs as subrecipients of States, must follow the procurement standards set out in 2 CFR sections 200.318 through 200.326. In addition, all Arizona school districts are required to follow the legislative … read more >

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Alexxander Angulo

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Diane Bradley

Areas of Expertise: Working with school districts and local governments  Governmental financial statement preparation  Financial statement and compliance audits USFR compliance and ADE guidelines Agreed-upon procedures Articles: Why Segregation of Duties Matters in an IT Environment

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Sophia Archie

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Diane Bradley

Areas of Expertise: Working with school districts, community grant schools, and local governments Governmental accounting Financial statement and compliance audits USFR compliance and ADE guidelines Agreed-upon procedures Articles: Managing the Overload: Tips for Stressful Days

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