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California Nonprofit Audit Requirements

March 22, 2016 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

The nonprofit world is full of government regulations, best-practices and donor requirements. It can be difficult to navigate these mandates and determine exactly what an organization needs to do to stay compliant with California nonprofit audit requirements. Nonprofit organizations are subject … Read More

Full Scope Audit or Limited Scope Audit- Which One and Why?

January 26, 2016 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

When planning for an audit of your 401(k) or other retirement plan, you might question if a full scope audit or limited scope audit should be conducted.  It is important to determine if your plan requires an audit, and know your options. Failure to comply with audit requirements can lead to a host … Read More

Roles and Responsibilities of a Nonprofit Audit Committee

January 18, 2016 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

Embarking on an independent audit is a complicated, yet necessary process for many organizations. When it comes to nonprofit audit responsibilities, there are often questions about which task belongs to which party. Nonprofit boards are responsible for the oversight of their organization’s … Read More

How Important Are My Small Business Accounting Records?

December 31, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

Small businesses often are forced to do so much more with far less resources. The question is often posed: "How important are my small business accounting records?" Records require time for filing, organizing and space. Time and space are the two things small business owners have in short supply. … Read More

Selling Your Home? Answers to Your Top Real Estate Tax Questions

November 25, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

If you are planning on selling your home, you probably have some real estate tax questions. Regardless of whether you report a loss or a gain from the transaction, the sale of your main residential property may have an impact on your bottom line come tax season. … Read More

Tax Return Preparation: How to Choose an Accounting Firm

November 12, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

Tax return preparation is often an overwhelming task that causes headaches and concerns. Selecting the right tax preparer to examine your financial statements and prepare a tax return is crucial; especially if you own a business. What To Look for in a Professional Tax Preparer Recently the IRS … Read More

What is Required for an Employee Benefit Plan Audit?

October 20, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

An employee benefit plan audit can feel like an immense undertaking. The rules and regulations are complicated and the process can be time-consuming and tedious. In 1974, the federal government passed the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to protect the investments of employees who … Read More

How to Prepare Your Company for a 401k Audit

September 15, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

As a company grows, it will experience many milestones, among which is its first 401k audit. As set by the United States Department of Labor (DOL), a 401k plan should be audited when it becomes a large plan. A large plan is considered to have at least 100 eligible participants on the first day of … Read More

Which Small Business Records Do You Need to Keep?

August 27, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

Business owners need to know which small business records to keep and for how long. The IRS suggests keeping supporting documents that provide validation of your business. To understand what qualifies, think of your small business records in these categories. Documents that demonstrate income In … Read More

Does Your Nonprofit Need an Independent Audit?

July 27, 2015 by Ernst Wintter & Associates LLP

When it comes to audits, an independent nonprofit audit is different than an IRS audit. An independent auditor, who should be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), completes an independent audit. These audits are an examination of your financial statements and accounting records. Once a nonprofit … Read More

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