If there is an erroneous payment, the certifying officer is presumed to have acted negligently in their duties. This presumption holds the officer responsible for the oversight, potentially leading to disciplinary actions or financial liability. It emphasizes the importance of thorough review and accuracy in certifying payments to prevent such errors.
the Certifying Officer is presumed negligent
If an erroneous payment occurs, both the Certifying Officer and the Accountable Official are presumed negligent because they are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and legality of financial transactions. The Certifying Officer verifies payment requests, while the Accountable Official manages the funds and financial reporting. Their shared responsibility means that if a payment is found to be incorrect, it reflects a failure in oversight and adherence to established procedures, leading to the presumption of negligence. This presumption serves as a mechanism to encourage diligence and accountability in financial management.
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The recipient of the erroneous payment repays it to the Government.
A certifying officer's maximum level of pecuniary liability for erroneous payments typically aligns with the amount of the erroneous payment made. This liability can arise when a certifying officer certifies a payment without having sufficient evidence to support its legality or appropriateness. While the specific limits can vary depending on the regulations and policies in place, generally, certifying officers may be held liable for the full amount of the erroneous payment if it results from their negligence or failure to follow proper procedures.
the Certifying Officer is presumed negligent
negligent
If an erroneous payment occurs, both the Certifying Officer and the Accountable Official are presumed negligent because they are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and legality of financial transactions. The Certifying Officer verifies payment requests, while the Accountable Official manages the funds and financial reporting. Their shared responsibility means that if a payment is found to be incorrect, it reflects a failure in oversight and adherence to established procedures, leading to the presumption of negligence. This presumption serves as a mechanism to encourage diligence and accountability in financial management.
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The recipient of the erroneous payment repays it to the Government.
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
A certifying officer's maximum level of pecuniary liability for erroneous payments is typically limited to the amount of the erroneous payment or the salary of the employee at the time the improper payment was made, whichever is less. This liability can vary based on agency policy and specific circumstances.
A certifying officer's maximum level of pecuniary liability for erroneous payments typically aligns with the amount of the erroneous payment made. This liability can arise when a certifying officer certifies a payment without having sufficient evidence to support its legality or appropriateness. While the specific limits can vary depending on the regulations and policies in place, generally, certifying officers may be held liable for the full amount of the erroneous payment if it results from their negligence or failure to follow proper procedures.