DoD Funds Disbursing Procedures
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What form is generated when checks differ by more than $1 according to the TCIS?

  • DD 1131
  • FMS 5206 (correct)
  • DD 2660
  • SF 1184
  • Within what timeframe must a payee submit a claim for a lost Treasury check?

  • 30 days from the date of issue
  • 1 year from the date of issue (correct)
  • 6 months from the date of issue
  • 2 years from the date of issue
  • What form does the disbursing office use to document a claim for a non-received Treasury check?

  • DD 2665
  • DFAS 2040
  • SF 1184 (correct)
  • DD 1131
  • What is the preferred form for a written statement regarding the loss of a Treasury check?

    <p>DD 2660</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What report is generated for voucher-supported collections received on a DD 1131?

    <p>Collections Information Repository (CIR) Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enables the Secretary of Defense to appoint disbursing officials for the Department of Defense?

    <p>Title 31, United States Code (U.S.C.)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which Title does the Secretary of the Treasury prepare financial reports for the U.S. Government?

    <p>Title 31, United States Code (U.S.C.)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tool has been integrated into the Navy cash financial system to manage password changes?

    <p>Automated Password Change Tool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Funds disbursement is typically authorized by whom in the absence of directives from higher command?

    <p>The commanding officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the account number designated for budget clearing accounts?

    <p>F3875</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may disbursing officers disburse funds according to 31 U.S.C.§ 3321?

    <p>Upon receipt of vouchers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document must be sent to establish a disbursing office at a new activity?

    <p>Memorandum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for endorsing the request for establishing a disbursing office?

    <p>The commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the memorandum include when activating a new disbursing office?

    <p>The beginning and ending serial number of all checks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form must be used to verify all other documents during the transfer of accountability?

    <p>SF 1219</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many official signature specimens are required if the incoming DO has never had one?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the deadline for a DDO to continue disbursing in the name of a DO after death or incapacity?

    <p>Last day of the second month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are blank checks required to be inventoried?

    <p>Every 90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be reported when blank checks are lost or stolen?

    <p>The Commander of the United Secret Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should Treasury checks exceeding $99,999,999.99 be handled?

    <p>Issue two checks totaling the amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What period does the final SF 1219 cover during the transition of DOs?

    <p>First day of the accounting period through the last business day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form is used for collecting proceeds from available canceled Treasury checks?

    <p>SF 1098</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What minimum check stock supply should disbursing offices maintain to ensure continuity of operations?

    <p>Six months supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be marked on the top of the final SF 1219?

    <p>FINAL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must a DO or DDO examine the blank check control log?

    <p>Daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount for which a check may be issued?

    <p>$99,999,999.99</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for maintaining a stock of Navy Cash cards?

    <p>NCAO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the negative balance report be reviewed and managed?

    <p>Daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum purchase card limit?

    <p>$24999.99</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What code indicates that the ACH privileges were blocked automatically due to an ACH return other than NSF?

    <p>98</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be entered into Block 2 of the Navy Cash Daily Transaction Ledger when cash is added to a closed loop account?

    <p>Amount of transaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a cardholder's request at the Navy Cash Kiosk is returned for NSF, how many times will the ACH transaction automatically be represented?

    <p>Two more times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which displayed error indicates that a Navy Cash card is permanently blocked and must be replaced?

    <p>Unusable Card R7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What code indicates unacceptable account status with NFCU?

    <p>96</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the spare Card Accepting Devices (CADs)?

    <p>The Sales Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many days prior must the NCAO ensure that split pay has been stopped before cardholders leave the ship?

    <p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which code indicates that ACH privileges were blocked due to an automatic ACH return other than NSF?

    <p>98</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What code indicates that there is no linked account information provided during enrollment?

    <p>95</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum fire resistance required for vaults and safes?

    <p>2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must be verified in the Daily Cash Transaction Ledger and Disbursing Transactions Detail Report?

    <p>All transactions and balances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form is used for Voucher Transfers between Appropriations or Funds?

    <p>SF 1080</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for signing the DD 577 for the Deputy?

    <p>NCAO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can NCAOs find supporting documents for the Navy Cash system?

    <p>SAILOR 2.1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the Healthcheck tool shows 'FAIL' on any portion of the system tests?

    <p>Rebooting the system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which locations host the FSGs (Fleet Support Groups)?

    <p>Norfolk, San Diego, and Yokosuka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does one deposit cash to the merchant’s close loop account?

    <p>Funds transfer to Chip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount defines a minor loss of physical funds in the disbursing office?

    <p>$750</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first action a person should take if they suspect misuse of public funds?

    <p>Notify the Commander within 24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Commander do if a major loss of funds is suspected?

    <p>Request the Cash Verification Team to audit the account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which forms must the Disbursing Officer record the amount of the loss?

    <p>DD 2667 and DD 2657</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a loss of funds be reported to the DFAS?

    <p>By sending the report via email to the Disbursing Policy mailbox</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which authority is responsible for delegating the Director of the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) to address relief on all requests for liability relief?

    <p>Secretary of Defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount considered a minor loss of physical funds without evidence of theft or fraud?

    <p>$750</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within how many hours must someone report a suspected misuse of public funds to the Commander?

    <p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form must be used to report physical losses, major or minor, in the Disbursing Officer’s account?

    <p>Optional Form (OF) 1017-G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred method for issuing foreign currency payments electronically?

    <p>International Treasury Services (ITS.gov)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long may a Disbursing Officer hold foreign currency in a safe or vault?

    <p>Seven business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document must the Commander request for an audit of the Disbursing Officer's account if a discrepancy is present?

    <p>Cash Verification Team Audit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred form of payment for an advanced overseas housing allowance?

    <p>LDA check</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the value threshold that requires notification to the commander and security police before removing cash?

    <p>$10,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How frequently are unannounced inspections of change funds required by the cash verification team?

    <p>Quarterly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of safe is required for amounts of $50,000 or more?

    <p>Burglary resistant safe or vault with at least a TL-30 rating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document does a DO use for cash disbursement to DDOs, agents, and cashiers?

    <p>DD 1081</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which official is responsible for deciding the number of armed escorts needed for cash transport?

    <p>Commander of the installation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount allowed for a change fund operated in an activity?

    <p>$250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Standard Line of Accounting for DOs who maintain physical cash?

    <p>Citing the appropriate funds for accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must the combinations of vaults and safes be changed?

    <p>Every 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form is required for shipping coin or currency, regardless of the amount?

    <p>DD 165</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to approve Cash Handling Authorities (CHA) for Disbursing Officers?

    <p>Commander or equivalent head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of personal checks and money orders that may accumulate before a deposit must be made by Navy vessels at sea?

    <p>$5,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method should be used by the Disbursing Officer to prepare deposits for mailing?

    <p>registered mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must Disbursing Officers make a deposit if they were at sea for more than one week?

    <p>both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which facility can Disbursing Officers deposit Treasury Checks?

    <p>Military Banking Facilities overseas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the next preferred method to deposit cash in person if impracticable at an authorized TGA?

    <p>armored car</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done with funds by a Disbursing Officer that is transferred or reassigned?

    <p>Prior deposit of all funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should a Disbursing Officer take if a deposit was not confirmed and the depositary informs that it was never received?

    <p>Reverse the deposit transaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On which line of the DD 2657 should the totals of all deposits (including deposit tickets) for the business day be entered?

    <p>4.2A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the threshold amount that defines a major loss in the disbursing office?

    <p>$750</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must an individual notify if they suspect an official of misusing public funds?

    <p>The Commander having jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done within 24 hours if a major loss of funds is identified?

    <p>Report the loss to the DFAS Loss of Funds Adjudication Team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does a cardholder become eligible to use their Navy Cash card after activation?

    <p>Immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form is used by the DO to record all physical losses?

    <p>Optional Form 1017-G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can DO foreign currency holdings be maintained in a safe before needing to be removed?

    <p>Seven business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which office authorizes advanced overseas housing allowance for military members?

    <p>Defense Travel Management Office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form is used to record the U.S. Department of the Treasury's official monthly accountability?

    <p>SF 1219</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to approve Cash Holding Authorities (CHAs) within their commands?

    <p>A commander or equivalent civilian head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a Disbursing Officer (DO) submit requests for CHA authority?

    <p>Biannually on April 1 and October 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of a change fund for each cash register operated in an activity?

    <p>$250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the DD 2659 form?

    <p>Voucher Control Log</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which safe rating is required for amounts between $7,500 and $50,000?

    <p>Class 1 or Class 5 rated safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount triggers the requirement for unannounced cash counts by the cash verification team?

    <p>$5,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form must be used to ship coin or currency regardless of the amount?

    <p>DD 165</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be retained for verification within 14 calendar days after scanning items in OTCnet?

    <p>Scanned negotiable instruments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must the combinations of vaults, safes, and security containers be changed?

    <p>Every 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What system is available for entering bills or transfers at the end of each month?

    <p>IPAC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the threshold amount for intra-governmental card collections for individual transactions?

    <p>$10,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be identified in Block 6 of the OTCnet deposit ticket?

    <p>Depositing entity’s information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a disbursing officer do if a deposit is not confirmed by the depositary?

    <p>Prepare and process an Optional Form 1017-G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which line should the total of all deposits for the business day be entered on the DD 2657?

    <p>Line 4.2A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Treasury's preferred payment method for foreign currency transactions?

    <p>ITS.gov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to funds held by deputies, agents, and cashiers during a transfer or reassignment?

    <p>They are all deposited prior to the transfer or reassignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a double wrapped cash deposit?

    <p>In an inner and outer container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to make determinations to grant or deny relief on all requests for relief of liability?

    <p>The Secretary of Defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount defines a major loss in the disbursing office?

    <p>$750</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required action if someone suspects misuse of public funds?

    <p>Notify the Commander within 24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should physical losses be recorded in the disbursing officer's account?

    <p>Using Optional Form 1017-G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For how many business days should foreign currency holdings be limited?

    <p>Seven business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the immediate availability of the Navy Cash card after activation?

    <p>Immediate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can weekly foreign currency exchange rates be obtained?

    <p>The Federal Reserve Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of receipts that may accumulate for Navy vessels at sea before they must be deposited?

    <p>$5,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On which day do disbursing officers (DOs) make a deposit before leaving port for any at-sea period longer than one week?

    <p>Last regular business day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the next preferred method for a cash deposit if it cannot be made in person at an authorized TGA?

    <p>Armored car</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a disbursing officer do if a deposit transaction is not confirmed within the required timeframe?

    <p>Reverse the deposit transaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must agencies deposit receipts totaling $5,000 or more?

    <p>By Thursday of each week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum information required in Block 6 of the OTCnet deposit ticket?

    <p>Depositing entity’s name and location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred payment method for foreign currency transactions?

    <p>ITS.gov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the least preferred method for depositing cash?

    <p>Registered mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the last day of the month that an organization can enter bills or transfers into the IPAC system?

    <p>Last day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the receiving agency have to process an adjustment for erroneous transactions?

    <p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum transaction amount for intra-governmental card collections?

    <p>$10,000.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of transactions are included in the transaction information that transmits to the Treasury?

    <p>Detailed and summary deposit information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the DO do with all funds prior to a transfer or reassignment?

    <p>Prior to the transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which application helps federal agencies manage and report all check and cash deposits?

    <p>OTCnet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process for a DO to request a Cash Handling Authority (CHA) from the approving authority?

    <p>Semiannually, prior to October 1 and April 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done if a DO or DDO is unable to physically pick up funds due to location or workload?

    <p>They may arrange for funds to be shipped by registered mail or armored car</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for securing cash that has been requested by a DO?

    <p>The commander of the installation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the form DD 2659 be used for?

    <p>To record voucher controls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum safe classification required for cash amounts between $7,500 and $50,000?

    <p>Class 1 or Class 5 with a burglary resistant safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must combinations of vaults and safes be changed?

    <p>At least once every 6 months and upon changes in personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the threshold amount for cash deposits to be made on the same business day received?

    <p>$5,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What identifies the requirement to maintain and update Treasury's operating cash balance?

    <p>Treasury Financial Manual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do agencies have to process adjustments for erroneous transactions after their creation?

    <p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum change fund amount for each cash register operated in an activity?

    <p>$250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which web application allows federal agencies to manage and report all check and cash deposits?

    <p>OTCnet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must agencies submit their bills or transfers in the IPAC system?

    <p>Last day of each month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the cash verification team regarding inspections?

    <p>Quarterly unannounced inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to grant or deny relief on all requests for liability?

    <p>The Secretary of Defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a major loss of funds in a disbursing office?

    <p>A loss equaling or exceeding $750</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long must an individual report suspected misuse of public funds after discovery?

    <p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is preferred for issuing international USD wire transfer payments?

    <p>International Treasury Services (ITS.gov)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be maintained by DOs, agents, and cashiers during accommodation exchanges?

    <p>DD Form 2664</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Reports on balances held in custody accounts must be submitted using which forms?

    <p>DD 2657 and SF 1219</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum duration for holding foreign currency in a safe or vault by disbursing officers?

    <p>Seven business days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To whom should a disbursing officer report a major loss if it is not resolved?

    <p>The DFAS Loss of Funds Adjudication Team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form must be prepared and processed when reversing a deposit transaction that was not confirmed?

    <p>Optional Form 1017-G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For values remaining on a Navy Cash Card of $25 or greater, which account is used for collection?

    <p>Account 20X6133</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document prescribes procedures for handling unclaimed moneys by federal agencies?

    <p>Treasury Financial Manual (TFM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should the NCAO take if a Navy Cash cardholder is deceased or unauthorized?

    <p>CANCEL CARD and request funds be returned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After netting out debit vouchers for the current business day, where should the total deposits be entered on the DD 2657?

    <p>Line 4.2A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which payment and collection system is preferred for international foreign currency transactions?

    <p>ITS.gov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Food Service Officer compare to ensure accuracy in cash transactions?

    <p>DD 1544s and General Mess Reports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When amounts on the card are less than $25, which account receives the funds?

    <p>Account 17R1060</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount that receipts may accumulate before requiring a deposit on Navy vessels at sea?

    <p>$5,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How must the deposits be prepared for mailing by the DO?

    <p>Registered mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On which day do DOs on naval vessels make a deposit before leaving port?

    <p>Last regular business day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action if a deposit in person at an authorized TGA is impracticable?

    <p>Use an armored car</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the least preferred method for depositing cash to the MITGA?

    <p>Sending by registered mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of a DO when transferred without being relieved?

    <p>Deposit all funds prior to transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system is preferred for foreign currency transactions by the Treasury?

    <p>ITS.gov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for processing adjustments to erroneous transactions for the receiving agency?

    <p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the OTCnet deposit ticket's Block 6 need to identify as a minimum?

    <p>Deposit preparer’s details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred cutoff day to make deposits of less than $5,000?

    <p>Thursday</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Pay.gov?

    <p>To facilitate government-wide collections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form do DOs use to document follow-up action regarding deposit confirmations?

    <p>Optional Form 1017-G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an agency deposit if receipts total $5,000 or more on the same business day?

    <p>Deposit before the cutoff time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What account do unidentified transactions between federal agencies get debited or credited to?

    <p>F3885</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Standard Form (SF) 1219?

    <p>To record the DO's official monthly accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual has the authority to approve CHAs for DOs and DDOs?

    <p>A commander or equivalent civilian head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a DO to arrange for funds delivery through registered mail or armored car?

    <p>Approval from the local commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must a DO submit requests for CHA authority?

    <p>Semiannually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a DO cite when maintaining physical cash associated with a DD 1131?

    <p>Standard Line of Accounting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for securing cash at all times?

    <p>The commander of the installation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What identifies Treasury's requirement to maintain and update its operating cash balance?

    <p>Treasury Financial Manual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How frequently must the combinations of vaults, safes, and security containers be changed?

    <p>Every 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount a change fund may not exceed for each cash register?

    <p>$250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the threshold for intra-governmental card collections when individual transactions may not exceed?

    <p>$10,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form should be used to ship coin or currency, regardless of the amount?

    <p>DD 165</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When making deposits of receipts totaling $5,000 or more, what is the requirement for the timing of deposits?

    <p>By the cutoff time of the depositary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required time frame for verifying scanned negotiable instruments in OTCnet?

    <p>Within 14 calendar days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of report is specifically used for detecting fraudulent activities?

    <p>Operations Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which code signifies that ACH privileges have been intentionally blocked by authorized personnel?

    <p>99</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within how many hours must one report suspicions of misuse of public funds after discovery?

    <p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What monetary amount is considered a major loss in terms of physical funds?

    <p>$750</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most immediate action someone should take upon suspecting misuse of public funds?

    <p>Report it to the Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of safe is suitable for securing amounts under $7,500?

    <p>Burglary resistant safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who receives the combination or keys to secure the sealed envelopes of accountable officials?

    <p>Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of safe mentioned for amounts under $7,500?

    <p>Standard filing cabinet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the safe or vault mentioned in relation to the accountable officials?

    <p>To secure sealed envelopes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual is NOT typically responsible for retaining the safe combination or keys?

    <p>Account holder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount must a disbursing officer notify the commander and security police when arriving to pick up?

    <p>$10,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does a disbursing officer need to submit requests for CHA to the approving authority?

    <p>Semiannually on April 1 and October 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of official can notify the commander and security police about fund pickups?

    <p>A DO or another accountable official</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for a disbursing officer to provide notification of fund pickups?

    <p>To prevent unauthorized access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dates are significant for the effectiveness of CHA authorities?

    <p>October 1 and April 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you access weekly foreign currency exchange rates?

    <p>The Federal Reserve Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following institutions does not provide exchange rates for foreign currencies?

    <p>The Securities and Exchange Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of financial information can be found on the Federal Reserve Bank's website?

    <p>Weekly foreign currency exchange rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity's website would you check for currency exchange information?

    <p>The Federal Reserve Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is most likely to provide the most accurate and up-to-date foreign exchange rates?

    <p>The Federal Reserve Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Disbursing Officer should record the total from block ______ of the Daily Cash Transaction Ledger on the DD 2657 as an increase or decrease to line 6.2A?

    <p>Block 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When recording transactions on the DD 2657, which line corresponds to U.S. Currency on Hand for increases or decreases?

    <p>Line 6.2A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of block 10 in the Daily Cash Transaction Ledger?

    <p>To reflect the Net Sum for Cash Transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document is used to record the totals from the Daily Cash Transaction Ledger?

    <p>DD 2657</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On the DD 2657, an increase or decrease to which financial category needs to be noted as specified by block 10?

    <p>U.S. Currency on Hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step the NCAO should take when the Navy Cash system experiences a failure?

    <p>Troubleshoot, isolate, and correct the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many days before the 27th of the month does the EOM process typically begin?

    <p>Five days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of times a cardholder can enter their PIN incorrectly before the card is permanently blocked?

    <p>Ten times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of card is specifically used for purchases aboard a ship within the Navy Cash system?

    <p>Navy Cash Card</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a cardholder seeks a refund from a merchant on the ship, which document must they first obtain?

    <p>Navy Cash Refund Chit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done with a visitor's Navy Cash card before they leave the ship?

    <p>It must be cashed out and turned in.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the NCAO transfer residual funds if the cardholder cannot be identified?

    <p>To the Unclaimed Monies merchant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action must be taken regarding expired Navy Cash cards or those expiring in 90 days?

    <p>They must be destroyed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which report is used to document the destruction of Navy Cash cards?

    <p>Navy Cash Card Issue Log.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is primarily responsible for maintaining the stock of Navy Cash cards?

    <p>The NCAO.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be posted to a member's military pay account if they have a negative balance within the final 30 days before discharge?

    <p>Indebtedness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the NCAO/Disbursing Officer review the Negative Balance Report?

    <p>Daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount that can be loaded or debited from the closed loop accounts?

    <p>$1,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must individuals complete to open a Navy Cash account for personal use?

    <p>Application Form FS Form 2887</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the standard ACH transfer limit for merchants settling to bank or credit union accounts?

    <p>$5,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the limit for daily maximum fund transfers from a bank or credit union account to closed/open loop accounts?

    <p>$400</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enrollment forms are used for individual cardholders in the Navy Cash program?

    <p>FS Form 2887s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount that can be loaded on closed loop accounts for CVNs, LHAs, and LHDs?

    <p>$50,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form must be used to report the destruction of remaining blank check stock?

    <p>SF 1179</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which line on the DD 2657 does the current Disbursing Officer report check overdraft deficiencies?

    <p>9.2A and 9.2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of agent is responsible for receiving funds from charges such as hospitalization fees in medical facilities?

    <p>Collection agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should unresolved deficiencies from a former Disbursing Officer be reported until they are resolved?

    <p>Line 9.3 of the DD 2657</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Disbursing Officer notify Fiscal Service about upon the commencement of disbursing operations?

    <p>The activation of the disbursing office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form is used to document the negotiable instrument received?

    <p>OF 1017-G, Journal Voucher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must agents submit alongside their financial reports when depositing funds?

    <p>Original and three copies of the DD 1131</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which account should be used to collect an overpayment of $1.00 or less?

    <p>1099 Account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dimensions must checks issued against the Treasury’s account conform to?

    <p>7 3/8 inches by 3 1/4 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When funds are deposited with agents, which copies of the DD 1131 must be included with the submission?

    <p>Original and two signed copies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Designation of Disbursing Officials

    • Title 31, U.S. Code, allows the Secretary of Defense to appoint disbursing officials for DoD funds.

    Treasury Reporting

    • Title 31, U.S. Code, outlines the Secretary of the Treasury's role in preparing reports on the U.S. government's financial operations.
    • The Navy cash financial system uses an Automated Password Change Tool for easier routine password changes.
    • The NCAO maintains a stock of Navy Cash cards.
    • The Sales Officer is responsible for all spare Card Accepting Devices (CADs).
    • Navy Cash must be closed out prior to 2100Z on the 27th of each month (if the 27th falls on a weekend or holiday, close out the business day prior).
    • Navy Cash card used for purchases aboard ship, only usable on board ship, but can be used on any ship equipped with Navy Cash.
    • If a cardholder enters their PIN incorrectly ten or more times, the card becomes permanently blocked and must be replaced.
    • 10 Navy Cash cards sent via USPS directly to the individual cardholder.
    • A report for instant issue cards issued through the Disbursing Application is found by selecting Operations Reports in the Reports pull-down menu.
    • The EOM process generally begins in the Sales Division five days before the 27th of the month.
    • If Navy Cash experiences a hardware, software, or communications failure, the NCAO first action is to troubleshoot, isolate, and correct the problem.
    • If a cardholder desires a refund from a merchant on the ship, the cardholder obtains a Navy Cash Refund Chit.
    • Negative Balance Resolution: For members separating within 30 days, the NCAO posts a debt to the member's pay account via DD Form 139.
    • Negative Balance Review: The NCAO reviews the Daily Negative Balance Report daily and resolves negative balances for cardholders within 30 days of transfer or terminal leave/discharge.
    • Navy Cash Account Opening: Individuals enroll using FS Form 2887.
    • Closed-Loop Limit: No more than $1,000 can be loaded or debited from the closed loop.
    • CVN/LHA/LHD Closed-Loop Limits: $50,000 for MWR Officers and Wardroom Mess Treasurers, $10,000 for all other Accountable Officials. Other ships: $10,000 for MWR and Wardroom Mess, $2,500 for others.
    • Daily ACH Transfer Limit: $400 maximum.
    • Standard ACH Transfer Limit (for merchants): $5,000 daily maximum
    • Navy Cash Card Issuance: Instant issue cards for new enrollees, embossed permanent cards for bulk enrollments. These are given to those who are new enrollees or need replacements for lost, stolen, damaged, or expired cards.
    • Visitor Cards: Visitor cards must have any remaining balance cashed out before leaving the ship.
    • Unidentified Cardholder Funds: NCAO should cash out any residual funds and transfer the balance to the Unclaimed Moneys merchant via NCDA.
    • Expired/Near-Expiry Cards: Any expired or cards expiring within 90 days must be destroyed. Destruction of cards documented in Navy Cash Card Issue Log.
    • Cardholder Limits (Individual): The NCAO can modify closed-loop load/debit and ACH transfer limits for individual cardholders.
    • Card Stock Management: NCAO maintains instant issue and visitor card stock.
    • Card Delegation: NCAO can delegate card custody to a representative in writing.
    • Card Log: A Bulk Navy Cash Card Log keeps track of issued cards (number, name, date, and signature).

    Commanding Officer Authority

    • Official DoD funds are disbursed by the commanding officer's order or authorization, unless a superior directs otherwise.

    Budget Clearing Account

    • The budget clearing account number is F3875.

    Authorization for Disbursing Officials (DOs)

    • DOs are authorized (31 U.S.C. § 3321) to disburse funds upon receipt of properly certified vouchers from appointees (31 U.S.C. § 3325).

    Requesting a Disbursing Office

    • A memorandum (DFAS-IN), specifying the activity's needs and the nearest Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) or depositary, is sent to establish a new or external disbursing office.

    Commander's Role

    • The commander, if establishing a disbursing office is needed for efficient activity, must endorse the request for establishment.

    Taxable Funds Management

    • DOs handling taxable funds must ensure payment activities have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for income reporting and withholdings.

    Notification of New/Reactivated Disbursing Office

    • Fiscal Service, specifically the Check Reconciliation Branch, is immediately notified when a disbursing office is activated or reactivated.

    Appointment of Accountable Officials

    • Accountable officials are appointed using DD Form 577; this form and signature specimens are sent to DFAS-IN/JJFKCB.
    • The NCAO signs the DD Form 577 for the NCAO position, and the Deputy NCAO signs the DD Form 577 for the Deputy position.

    Termination of Appointments

    • Appointments are terminated using Section IV of DD Form 577.

    DO Activation Memorandum

    • When activating/relieving a DO, or on disbursing office reactivation, a memorandum containing check range details (blank Treasury checks), disbursing activity details (name, DSSN), names & ranks, Account opening dates, is prepared.

    Accountability Transfer

    • Accountability transfer dates are established between DOs, subject to command approval, using SF 1219.

    Final Accountability Statements

    • Final SF 1219 (marked "FINAL") and SF 1179 (marked "FINAL") statements of accountability are prepared by the outgoing and incoming DOs.

    Incomplete Signature Specimens

    • Incoming DOs with no prior signature medium need to provide three official signature specimens.

    DDO Acting for Deceased/Incapacitated DO

    • A DDO may continue disbursing in the deceased/incapacitated/removed DO's name until the second month's end.

    DDO Responsibility

    • The acting DDO handles all the former DO's duties and submits all reports in the former DO's name.

    Positions for Receiving Funds

    • Collection agents receive funds from activities.

    Disbursing Office Deactivation Notification

    • Fiscal Service is notified via memorandum through DFAS-IN/JJFKCB when a disbursing office is deactivated.

    Fund Deposit Location

    • Currency, coins, instruments, and LDA balances must be deposited to the Treasury's credit.

    Check Stock Destruction

    • Remaining blank checks are destroyed and reported via SF 1179.

    SF 1219 Covering Period

    • SF 1219 covers the period from the accounting period's start to the final business day. DD 2657 reports routine transactions in the account.

    Check Overdraft/Loss Reporting

    • Check overdrafts/losses are reported daily (DD 2657 line 9.2A/9.2) and monthly (SF 1219 line 9.2).

    Other Accountability Items Reporting

    • Unresolved deficiencies (other than check issues or losses) are reported using DD 2657 and SF 1219 line 9.4.

    Negotiable Instrument Documentation

    • OF 1017-G, Journal Voucher, documents negotiable instruments.
    • Negotiable instruments must be endorsed on the back in the 1 ½ inch space.

    DD 1131, Cash Collection Voucher Procedures

    • Funds deposited with agents require completed DD 1131 forms, with originals and three copies submitted.

    Voucher Control Log

    • A daily DD 2659 (Voucher Control Log) is maintained for collected vouchers.

    Handling Small Over/Underpayments

    • Overpayments of $1 or less go to 1099 account, underpayments go via SF 1080.

    Canceled Check Proceeds Collection

    • SF 1098 collects proceeds of canceled Treasury checks.

    Depositing Treasury Checks

    • DD 707 governs depositing Treasury checks under the DSSN.

    Check Order Quantities

    • Standard check order is one year's supply, unless modified.
    • Check stock is maintained at a six-month supply, reorder at nine-month supply.
    • Checks are negotiable for one year.

    Order Treasury Checks

    • Use DD Form 282 or DD 448 to order Treasury checks.

    Check Size & Color

    • Checks should be standard size (7 3/8" x 3 1/4") and multi-hued.

    Check Verification/Warranty

    • Upon check shipment, DOs or DDOs perform 120-day warranty checks for defects, missing checks/tapers.

    Check Stock Inventory

    • DOs or DDOs inventory checks every 90 days.

    Lost/Stolen Checks Reporting

    • Loss/Theft reports go to the United States Secret Service and Fiscal Service commanders.

    Large Payments

    • Payments over $99,999,999.99 require multiple checks.

    Amount Discrepancies Reporting

    • Differences over $1 in reports trigger FMS 5206.

    Check Loss/Theft/Mutilation Payee Reporting

    • Payee reports the loss within one year of issue using DD 2660; Disbursing office documents claims on SF 1184 for supporting Treasury requests.

    Collection Receipt Methods

    • DoD Form 1131 (Cash Collection Voucher) is used for collection into Treasury miscellaneous receipts.

    Collection Reporting

    • CIR (Collections Information Repository) report details credits to appropriations from voucher-supported collections.

    Funds Turnover Reporting/Closing Office

    • DD 2740 or DD 2665 balances daily.

    Verification of Treasury Checks and Report Discrepancy

    • Treasury Check Information System (TCIS) verifies check amounts; discrepancy (over $1) reports generate FMS 5206.

    CHA Requests

    • DOs submit requests for CHAs semiannually, allowing enough time for CHA authority to become effective on October 1 and April 1 of each year.

    Security Reporting for Funds Above $10,000

    • A DO or another accountable official, either arriving to pick up or leaving the disbursing activity with funds of $10,000 or above, notifies the commander and the security police through the command or other duty officer.

    Weekly Foreign Currency Exchange Rates

    • Find weekly foreign currency exchange rates at the Federal Reserve Bank website.
    • Enclosed: Navy Cash Pre-Audit/Turnover Checklist, Custody of Navy Cash Equipment Checklist.
    • Copy to: Commanding Officer and Supply Officer.
    • The enrollment form for individual cardholders is FS Form 2887.

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