Administrative Audit Services
Methodology
Data collection
A variety of methods are used to collect data to ensure a healthy and accurate cross-sectioning of inputs. Those methods include:
- On-site staff interviews – interview various staff to collect data
- On-site observations – observe procedures and systems
- Bank, contribution and various vendor confirmations
- On-site and off-site inspection – collect data on a random transaction basis for analysis
- Phone calls/e-mails – follow-up phone calls and/or e-mails to clarify and verify information
All collected data is analyzed in detail for each area. In addition, the information is reviewed on a global scale for further comparison.
Data is analyzed based on comparison to industry norms and from the experience of not only the staff collecting the data, but also other MMS staff as appropriate. Reports are reviewed internally by MMS to collect additional opinions and scrutinize the analysis.
Report of Findings
After data has been collected and analyzed, it is included in a “Report of Findings.” The report explains the process of data collection, indicates and analyses the data collected, and makes recommendations for improvement.
A preliminary copy is issued to the organization to review for accuracy and correctness of the report content. In addition, it serves as a discussion tool to ensure the completeness of the process. After the preliminary report has been discussed and approved, a final copy is submitted.
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