NJCPA Focus

NJCPA Focus is an informative blog that discusses timely issues, trends and developments in the accounting industry from NJCPA members, staff and other professionals. 

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    Preparing Nonprofits: 5 Lessons from the Pandemic That Still Work

    Posted: December 30, 2024
    As trusted advisors, CPAs are essential partners in helping nonprofits strengthen their financial health. By applying lessons from the pandemic, organizations can ensure their ability to fulfill their missions and remain a vital force for good.
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    When “Tax-Exempt” Becomes Taxable: Understanding the Unrelated Business Income Tax

    Posted: December 23, 2024
    Tax-exempt organizations should be cautious when engaging in activities that may not be substantially related to their exempt purpose. When an organization has a significant amount of revenue from unrelated business activities, the organization may owe a significant amount in tax or may even jeopardize its tax-exempt status.
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    6 Steps for CPAs to Guide Nonprofit Clients

    Posted: November 25, 2024
    As a CPA advising nonprofit clients, you’ll encounter this fundamental challenge: balancing mission fulfillment with financial sustainability. It's important to know some strategies for your clients to manage their cash flow.
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    My Public Accounting Career: 5 Pillars of Success a Quarter Century Later

    Posted: November 15, 2024
    Here are the lessons I've learned in my first quarter century of working in public accounting. There is still a long way to go in this business, but I am very excited about the future of the CPA profession and all its possibilities.
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    Fraud Targeting the Elderly and Estates: A Growing Concern

    Posted: September 23, 2024
    Safeguarding financial assets requires awareness, vigilance and proactive measures. By understanding the various scams and implementing protective strategies, elderly individuals and estate representatives can take steps to protect their assets and financial well-being.
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    Shattering Myths About the Accounting Field: My Story

    Posted: July 22, 2024
    Becoming a CPA today opens many doors. It’s up to the individual to enter them and find out what they like to do best.
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    10 Ways Current Clients Can Get You More Clients

    Posted: June 27, 2024
    Your clients should want to see you succeed. They can act as your ambassadors if they know what to look for and how to bring your name into the conversation.
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