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M&A Woes – Considerations for Sellers to Avoid Post-Closing Disputes
The process of selling your business is an intense process, and it can be difficult to navigate the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape. There’s no doubt that you and your…
Safeguarding Sensitive Data: Cybersecurity, Compliance & Privacy for Non-Profit Organizations
In an increasingly digital world, nonprofit organizations are handling vast amounts of sensitive data, from donor information to beneficiary records. Protecting this data is not only a legal obligation but…
Is CECL Applicable to my Nonprofit Organization?
WHAT IS CECL? Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) is an accounting standard introduced in 2016 by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) with the objective of improving the accuracy and…
The Benefits of BSA Staff Augmentation for Banks
Financial Institutions face a unique set of challenges and responsibilities, especially within their Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) departments. An institution’s BSA/AML staff is the first line of compliance for AML…
Banking on Fintech: Key Considerations for Banking as a Service (BaaS)
Over the last several years, technological advancements have transformed our lives, revolutionizing the way we connect, work and live. We leverage many applications on our phones and other devices to…
Remembering Our Dear Friend & Partner, Don Conway
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our partner, esteemed colleague and dear friend, Donald “Don” Conway. Don was an integral part of the Mercadien team…
The Importance of Royalty & Contract Compliance
In the intricate world of business, royalty and contract compliance is not just a legal requirement; it’s fundamental to long-term success. As a critical aspect of your operations, contract compliance…
Benefits of Performance Auditing
Recipients of federal and/or state aid funding are accountable for carrying out the programmatic objectives and outcomes as reflected in in applicable laws, regulations, policies, grant agreements, and contracts. Audits…
Nonprofit Succession Planning: Secure Continuity & Drive Growth
Succession planning is a critical component of organizational management and sustainability, especially for nonprofits. It involves identifying and developing individuals within an organization to take on key leadership roles when…
Lessons Learned for Nonprofits: Reflecting on the Lease Accounting Standard
ASC Topic 842, the accounting standard for leases, has brought significant changes for nonprofit organizations in their financial reporting. Over the past several years, these organizations have reassessed and reevaluated…