Having accurate information, supporting documentation, an efficient accounting system, internal controls, cash management and budgetary controls, and the following policies and procedures in place will help as you work to establish and maintain a high-quality AmeriCorps program.

Program Directors and Financial Managers should be familiar with the financial components of their program’s grant agreement. This agreement outlines the approved budget and budget narrative, as well as key financial and programmatic reporting requirements. The parameters set forth there will provide much of the information needed to establish systems and policies at the program level. CCCS should be notified of any potential financial problems. Please contact the CCCS Program Officer if any financial concerns arise during the program year.

Documented policies and procedures include:

• Master calendar of all grant reporting deadlines
• System to communicate effectively between staff
• Tickler for grant file outlining programmatic requirements
• Tickler for financial components of grant to ensure compliance
• Cross training notes for daily, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual duties in case of turnover