WATCH A CLIP OF THE EPISODE ABOVE! In this episode of Beyond the Donation, managing partner Ken Cerini of accounting firm Cerini and Associates discusses strategies for better fiscal management and the roles of board members in a strong nonprofit. Ken stresses the...
ACH payment fraud is becoming more common, and it is believed that the fraudsters target certain types of individuals. Unfortunately, school districts are one of those targets. Financial institutions play a crucial role in safeguarding bank accounts from fraud;...
For many school districts, especially larger districts, reviewing the utility invoices can be a cumbersome process as schools have multiple accounts. We have noted that recently late fees have been added and are cropping up across the Island. Many districts have asked...
In today's digital age, where technology is deeply ingrained in our daily lives, ensuring the cybersecurity of our educational institutions has become paramount. K-12 schools are increasingly becoming targets for cyberattacks, highlighting the urgent need for robust...
Schools are constantly looking for ways to utilize technology to improve the educational experience. Educators have quickly understood that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used to help a variety of students as it can adapt to different learning styles. For...
Many school districts allow employees to carry over their accrued leave balance at the end of a fiscal year. Some districts have different policies for distinct types of leave. For example, policies may allow for the paying out of accrued vacation leave but not...
With rising costs due to inflation, escalating salaries, and increased cost of debt, everyone is searching for ways to reduce costs. One area that companies can look at is reducing Workers’ Compensation insurance premiums. One component of Worker’s Compensation...
Approximately 7.8 million people are employed by the construction industry, as of January 2023 — that’s about 2.9% of the U.S. workforce. Despite being a significant contributor to employment, the construction industry faces a unique challenge with an average annual...
With about a quarter of 2024 behind us, there are mixed economic indicators facing the construction industry. Inflation is coming under control, interest rates have remained high, supply chains have eased a bit, and unemployment is on the rise, even in the...
