Fiscal Checklist: Policy and Regulation Compliance
Use this checklist and planning tool to identify and comply with Head Start fiscal policies and regulations. It will be helpful for directors, managers, and Policy Council members.
Fiscal Management
Strong fiscal systems are key to a healthy program. The materials in this topic guide programs in making the most of their financial resources. Explore tools to help grantees account for their federal assets, comply with regulations, avoid waste, manage risk, and strengthen internal controls. Find information to support grantees in generating in-kind contributions and meeting matching requirements. Learn how to develop sound reporting systems, and execute budgets that reflect program goals and priorities.
Treatment of Rebates, Refunds, Discounts, and Similar Cost Savings
Log Number: ACF-IM-HS-23-03 | Issuance Date: 07-10-2023
Management Minute Video Series
These animated videos describe best practices for addressing the fiscal regulations and requirements that guide Head Start grant recipients.
Four Key Documents with Every Grant Application
This Management Minute video identifies four supporting documents you must include with every grant application.
Three Federal Reports Every Grant Recipient Must File
This Management Minute video describes three federal reports every grant recipient must file in a timely manner.
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.
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.
Examine Uniform Guidance and Related Regulations
Uniform Guidance streamlines and consolidates government requirements for receiving and using federal awards. In this way, it reduces the administrative burden for programs and improves outcomes.
Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements: Regulations and Related Resources
Use these resources to become familiar with the expectations and impact of the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements regulations for your organization.
Continental United States Per Diem Rates for Federal Travel Customers
This publication provides per diem rates for Federal travel in the continental United States. Federal travel customers will find this resource useful when planning and arranging their travel activities.