Program Management and Fiscal Operations

Address Audit Findings with Corrective Action Plans

This Management Minute video describes how corrective action plans address audit findings and guide compliance.

Financial Essentials Series

Use Financial Essentials courses, available on the Individualized Professional Development (iPD) Portfolio, to create fundable Head Start grant applications and build strong fiscal management systems.

Management Matters: Cost Allocation

Cost allocation is the process of assigning the shared cost of an item or service to two or more programs, and it's a key element of fiscal management systems.

Cost Allocation Tip Sheet

Learn about the key concepts and vocabulary that frame cost allocation discussions and practical ways to assign the shared cost of a resource, good, or service.

Head Start New Fiscal Officer Training Inventory

Use this training inventory to help fiscal officers identify strengths and gaps in their knowledge. Learn ways to establish training priorities.

Financial Audits: Key Regulations and Tips

In this tip sheet, learn about key regulations concerning the financial audits of Head Start programs. Also, learn the steps for selecting an auditor and related online resources.

Navigating the Head Start Grant Process

Head Start programs adhere to certain financial and administrative requirements. Explore the resources below as you provide comprehensive, wrap-around services to low-income children and families. Also, find materials detailing the requirements of the grant process.