Auditing

Q. We just went through an internal audit, and one of the findings was that we did not have a defined process for reviewing expense reports. My questions are:• Is there an industry standard that… Read More

Q. We have a P-card program that assigns corporate cards to certain individuals for a variety of purchases that are not T&E related. The statements are paid directly to the credit card issuer. Are… Read More

Q. Our company uses CWT to book flights for us. The costs are charged to the p-card. We have been requiring the actual receipts, but the company indicates they can provide a spreadsheet to reconcile… Read More

Q. I am with county government, so we have law enforcement personnel. Per their contract, they are allowed $750.00 per year reimbursement for "uniforms". I understand the uniform itself not being… Read More

Q. Occasionally, when I am reviewing an expense report for reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses incurred while traveling, there will be an expense (like lodging) that will show the receipt shows… Read More

Q. Our institution is hiring a temporary employee for around two weeks to temporarily fulfill the duties of a former full-time employee. In order to fulfill their duties as a temporary employee,… Read More

Q. If a hotel restaurant’s charge comes through on a credit card statement under the hotel’s name, would a detailed receipt be required by the IRS to substantiate a meal that is under… Read More

Q. What is the required IRS documentation for mileage reimbursement for employees submitting an expense report for mileage? Is there a form the employee should fill out with the starting mileage,… Read More

Q. We are reviewing our company's policy on non tax parking reimbursement (transit 132). Are receipts required for reimbursement or will a monthly credit card charge suffice? A. (Answered by a 3rd… Read More

Q. We require actual receipts to reimburse employees for their meals. However, can we stipulate the maximum amount that we will reimburse with actual receipts? We want to continue to reimburse an… Read More