Knowledge and Insights

Offering resources and insights that help clients and communities

One of the ways Mercadien accelerates client and community success is by continually enhancing and sharing knowledge.  By offering our expertise and thought leadership on key business and industry trends and issues, we’re a better resource to you. It benefits everyone to keep minds sharp and fingers on the pulse of what’s critical in today’s dynamic environment.

We’re pleased to provide articles, news, and information to help you stay up-to-date on topics affecting your organization; learn about best practices and processes in relevant fields; and simplify the business and financial complexities you may face.

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Financial Literacy Extended With Mercadien Foundation’s $martWorkplace Initiative

March 23, 2015Everyone knows that sex, religion and politics are out of bounds for discussion in polite company, right?  Now is a good time to recognize another taboo topic that should be…Read More

2015 Financial Literacy Month

March 19, 2015 | By: Christopher SeizFinancial literacy, defined as the ability to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of well-being, is a long-standing issue that was publically recognized in…Read More

Marguerite Mount Named Annual Honoree by Family Guidance Center

March 4, 2015The Mercadien Group is pleased to announce that Marguerite L. Mount, CPA, CGMA; managing director; principal in Mercadien, P.C., CPAs; and leader of the firm’s Individual Services Group, has been…Read More

Performance Auditing – A Step Towards Improving Your Business

February 24, 2015 | By: Emily A. HoffmanAlthough most everyone is familiar with the term audit, a lesser-recognized type of service provided through examination of records is known as a performance audit. These can be described as…Read More

Learn How Impending New Regulatory Reforms Will Affect Your Entity

February 24, 2015 | By: Christine ThomasOn December 26, 2013, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued its final grant reform rules to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards,…Read More

Budget Less, Forecast In Real Time A Winning Strategy For Some

February 18, 2015 | By: Lee D. BossBudgeting seems to be going out of vogue in some company circles as financial markets, and the economy at large, is becoming increasingly volatile and more difficult to predict. In…Read More

Ensure the Viability of Your Nonprofit Through Better Donor Retention

February 18, 2015 | By: Christine ThomasGiven the current economic conditions, including an overall decrease in government funding, donor acquisition and retention strategies are more essential than ever for managing a nonprofit organization.  Over the last…Read More

Mercadien Is Inaugural Sponsor Of Drexel University Accounting Fraud Case Competition

February 4, 2015The Mercadien Group is pleased to announce that it is the Inaugural Sponsor and Frank Pina, CPA, CFF, CFE, CGMA, managing director; principal in Mercadien P.C., Certified Public Accountants; and…Read More

Mercadien sponsors inaugural accounting fraud competition at Drexel University

February 4, 2015The Mercadien Group announced on Wednesday that it will be the inaugural sponsor for Drexel University’s Fraud & Internal Controls Case Competition (FIC3), a day-long event hosted by the Accounting Department of…Read More

Tips for a Stress-Free New Year

January 22, 2015 | By: Marguerite L. MountAre you ready for tax time? There are a couple of steps you can take now, as information begins to arrive in the mail, to alleviate some of the stress…Read More