Luck of the Audit: The Role of Internal Controls in Audit Preparedness
Whether your organization is new to the audit process, or preparing for your 50th audit, savvy nonprofits know that the annual audit is a vital part of a sound financial management process. Audits ensure that information disseminated to the public about your organization’s financial position is fairly presented – and there are no shenanigans. The…
Key Takeaways from the 2024 Sage Transform Conference
By Elinor Litwack, CPA, Partner, Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Services Introducing Sage Copilot One of the highlights of this year’s conference was the unveiling of Sage Copilot, an AI assistant integrated into Sage Intacct, designed to proactively assist users with tasks across the platform. Sage Copilot will allow users to ask questions like, “Who’s timesheet…
Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction: Use It or Lose It
The qualified business income (QBI) deduction is available to eligible individuals through 2025. After that, it’s scheduled to disappear, unless Congress passes legislation to extend it. With 2024 underway, it’s now use-it-or-lose-it time for the write-off. Here’s what you need to know to cash in on the QBI deduction. The Basics The QBI deduction can…
Dos and Don’ts for Business Expense Deductions
As tax season heats up, companies of all kinds and sizes will be on the hunt for ways to reduce their tax bills. One of the most common ways is through business expense deductions, but not every such expense is deductible. Here’s what to know about the expenses that you can — and can’t —…
Can You Claim Your Parent as a Dependent?
If you pay over half the cost of supporting a parent, your parent is considered your dependent for federal income tax purposes. This treatment potentially entitles you to some significant tax breaks. Here are four potential benefits to consider when you file your 2023 federal income tax return. 1. Head of Household Filing Status For…
Mastering Your Statement of Functional Expenses
A statement of functional expenses is fundamental to nonprofit accounting. While providing a comprehensive breakdown of your expenditures, a functional expense statement also helps to enhance the accuracy and transparency of your nonprofit financial reporting. Not to mention, failure to accurately report functional expenses on your Form 990 could put your organization’s nonprofit status in…