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GASB Standards Update

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) has been, seemingly, busier in recent years researching, deliberating, and issuing a number of standards that will take effect in coming years. While some relief was provided with the passage of GASB Statement No. … read more >

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Is This Contribution Conditional?

Under the revenue recognition Accounting Standards Update No. 2018-08 – Clarifying the Scope and the Accounting Guidance for Contributions, a conditional contribution cannot be recognized until barriers are overcome. But what are the characteristics of a conditional contribution under the … read more >

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Changes to the 1099 Form for 2020

I think we can all agree we are ready for 2020 to come to an end!  With calendar year end brings certain tax-related filings.  Most entities will be filing W2s to report their employees’ wages and taxes and 1099s for … read more >

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Understanding the New Independence Rules Related to Financial Statement Preparation

(originally published on April 15, 2020) Have you heard of the new Yellow Book or Government Auditing Standards issued by the Governmental Accountability Office?   If not, that’s OK – this article aims to provide you with some critical information to … read more >

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Managing Operating Reserves

When the Financial Accounting Standards Board recently released Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-14, Presentation of Financial Statements of Not-for-Profit Entities, most of the attention was given to the changes made in net asset classifications. Many organizations devoted minimal time to … read more >

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Will I Still Be Helping Others in the Future (or Do I Have a Going Concern)?

Many people view going concern disclosures as a death sentence and last resort for their organization’s annual financial statements. These disclosures are daunting and appear extreme but are relevant and potentially necessary given the recent COVID-19 stay-at-home orders and economic … read more >

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Accounting for PPP Loan Proceeds at Fiscal Year End

The Payroll Protection Program (PPP) was put into law in April 2020, and many nonprofit organizations applied for loan proceeds to obtain relief and resources for payroll and certain other expenses due to COVID-19.  Hopefully, you have set up a … read more >

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