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Trainer highlights state audits and internal controls after citing misappropriation cases
Summary
Reiner cited state-auditor reports that found misappropriated funds and recommended segregation of duties, monthly bank reviews if cash is accepted, independent audits and clearer budget oversight for council review of large contracts.
Reiner told councillors that state audits routinely uncover preventable mismanagement and recommended steps to strengthen internal controls.
He cited an audit that uncovered more than $60,000 in misappropriated funds and said the state auditor's office recommends stopping cash acceptance or performing monthly bank-statement reviews if cash continues. "At a minimum, if cash continues to be accepted, the board should conduct a monthly review of bank statements," he said.
Reiner urged council oversight on contracts and transfers above statutory thresholds and suggested the council consider whether the $100,000 approval threshold remains appropriate for McAlester. He recommended independent audits every year and that councilors read agenda packets and ask the city manager or city attorney for clarification on financial items.
