Tania Quigley

Safeguarding Retirement Plan Data: Navigating the Landscape of Data Privacy and Security in the Wake of the MOVEit Data Breach

In an era where technological advancements are rapidly transforming, the protection of participants data in your retirement plan is an increasing concern. The urgency of implementing robust data security measures has been underscored by recent events, such as the...

Integrating Corporate Support into Board Service Programs: A Catalyst for Transformative Leadership

As corporations increasingly recognize the value of supporting employees in nonprofit board service, the contours of effective board service programs are taking shape. Such programs not only signify a commitment to community engagement but also serve as catalysts for...

30 Years of Connecting with Cerini & Associates, LLP

Celebrate Cerini & Associates, LLP's 30th Anniversary with Ken Cerini, Founder & Managing Partner! Today, we celebrate a milestone: the 30th Anniversary of Cerini & Associates, LLP. From a humble garage start-up to a leading firm with seven partners and...

NFP Update 2023 Part III Track B: Succession Planning Panel

2023 Nonprofit Update Part III Track B Succession Planning Panel Cerini & Associates, LLP, a leader in providing accounting, auditing, and consulting services to nonprofits, held their virtual 2023 annual Nonprofit Update conference on July 28, 2023. The world...

Board Training Webinar – Part I

Join Ken Cerini and Tania Quigley for this informative webinar on Board training. In this Webinar we will cover: - The current nonprofit landscape - Board Responsibilities - Building a Stronger Board - Board StructureABOUT OUR SPEAKERS Ken Cerini, CPA, CFP, FABFA...

Pension Planner – From the Editor

Quite often, we are provided with information about updates and regulatory changes for retirement plans. These updates are geared to benefit current and future retirement plan participants by improving accessibility for future financial security of individuals,...

Changes to your Retirement Plan’s Limited-Scope Audit

In July 2019, the AICPA issued a new standard, Statement on Auditing Standards (“SAS”) No. 136, Forming an Opinion and Reporting on Financial Statements of Employee Benefit Plans Subject to ERISA. SAS No. 136 brings significant changes to the auditor’s report in a...

AUDIT COMMITTEE BOOTCAMP WRAP UP

In the fall of 2020, we presented a three-part webinar series, Audit Committee Bootcamp. We created this webinar series to bring important information about the audit committee and its roles and responsibilities to light. The information we shared was broken out in...

NY State DOL Changes Unemployment Regulations

Employers received some good news on January 14, 2021, with an extra big bonus for certain nonprofit organizations that are self-insured for unemployment insurance. As part of the CARES Act, the federal government agreed to cover 50% of the unemployment responsibility...

Press Release: Cerini & Associates, LLP Partner Promotions 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:Kelli-Anne Cerini Marketing Coordinator Cerini & Associates, LLP P: 631-582-1600 ext. 401 E: [email protected] January 04, 2021 – Bohemia, NY – Cerini & Associates, LLP, a leading audit, tax, and business advisory firm...
The Protecting Nonprofits from Catastrophic Cash Flow Strain Act signed into law

The Protecting Nonprofits from Catastrophic Cash Flow Strain Act signed into law

On Monday night the Protecting Nonprofits from Catastrophic Cash Flow Strain Act was signed into law. As part of the CARES Act, the Federal government had agreed to reimburse nonprofits that were self-insured for state unemployment 50% of the amount nonprofits had to pay states for those employees who were collecting unemployment against their accounts.

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COVID-19: How to Help from Behind Closed Doors

COVID-19: How to Help from Behind Closed Doors

With executive orders in place to keep as many people isolated indoors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it may seem like there is nothing to do but to sit at home and weather out the storm. However, there are plenty of opportunities out there that individuals can do to...

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Is Your Pension Plan Compliant?

Is Your Pension Plan Compliant?

They say that no good deed goes unpunished. You establish a pension plan to help your employees provide for their retirement, and in so doing, you create a potential minefield of regulatory booby traps and compliance trip wires that can wind up costing you extra money...

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Comprehensive FASB: Accounting Standards Update

Comprehensive FASB: Accounting Standards Update

Over the past year and in the near future, there are many changes that have and will impact the accounting and financial reporting for nonprofit organizations. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issues Accounting Standards Updates (“ASU”) that are aimed...

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IRS Form 990 Extension

IRS Form 990 Extension

The filing due date for the IRS Form 990 can now be automatically extended for six months. The IRS Form 8868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File an Exempt Organization Return, has been updated for the six month extension request. Previously, an...

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Nonprofits Required to Comply with Executive Order 38

Nonprofits Required to Comply with Executive Order 38

New York State Executive Order 38 (“EO38”) is a relatively-new law that many nonprofits are required to comply with. Regardless of the structure or level of services that are provided by the nonprofit, New York State-funded organizations have to be cognizant of the...

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