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It’s Time to Start Preparing Your Nonprofit’s Annual Report
Waiting until year end to plan your not-for-profit’s annual report can lead to rushed content and overlooked accomplishments. By gathering personal impact stories and financial highlights throughout the year, you…
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Key Takeaways From the 2026 AICPA Not-for-Profit Industry Conference: Building Resilience in an Era of Change
While technical accounting updates remain a cornerstone of the AICPA Not-for-Profit Industry Conference, many of the conversations extended well beyond debits and credits. The overarching message was clear: nonprofit organizations are operating amid unprecedented complexity, and…
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How a Financial Statement Audit Strengthens Your Fraud Defenses
Fraud is a major threat facing small and midsize businesses. While audits aren’t designed to uncover fraud, they can help business owners identify anomalies and deter would-be fraudsters. Recent findings…
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Inside Your Audit: Reviewing Expectations on What Local Governments Should be Asking Their Auditor
Audits are one of the most valuable tools available to local governments. At their core, the purpose of an audit is for the independent auditor to express an opinion on…
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Balancing Financial Reporting Needs With Compliance Costs
Issuing financial statements that comply with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) requires significant time, expertise and resources. Although lenders and other stakeholders often prefer — or require — GAAP…