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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Combating Insider Abuse: An Ethical Epidemic
December 11, 2014 | By: Unfortunately for financial institutions, there are universal business truths that do not go away with time, trends or wishful thinking. Insider abuse is one of those truths, as it is…Read More
The Evolution of Internal Audit and Impact of Activist Investors
December 11, 2014 | By: Raji SathappanIn a fast-changing business environment, it is imperative that an organization’s internal audit department adapt and evolve in order to stay relevant to key stakeholders. In recent years, there have…Read More
Nonprofits Should Keep Strategic Planning Top of Mind
December 11, 2014 | By: Sherise D. RitterThere is an old adage: those who fail to plan have planned to fail. If you stop and think about it, we all dream of our goals. But not everyone…Read More
Make a List, Check it Twice, and Stick to it!
December 3, 2014 | By: Nakia SmithSetting a budget for holiday shopping is essential to avoid overspending, especially when it comes to utilizing credit cards. The debt you rack up can take months to pay off.…Read More
$tressed Out in the Workplace
December 3, 2014 | By: Christopher SeizMost people understand that there are only so many hours in the week but are surprised that surveys show 20 hours of productivity are lost per month for financially stressed…Read More
Mercadien Partners with Community to Raise Ebola Awareness and Preparedness
November 19, 2014Albert Giple, a Senior Accountant at The Mercadien Group, is teaming up with the Liberian Council of Churches, East Coast Outreach Development International, Power of Caring and others in the…Read More
How Nonprofits Should Manage Risk
November 13, 2014 | By: Kyle A. NeeldGiven today’s fast-paced environment and the significant social, technological and regulatory changes that have occurred over the past few years, nonprofit organizations are subject to a myriad of risks. As…Read More
Marguerite Mount Presents Financial Seminar at Girl Scout Leadership Summit
November 13, 2014Marguerite L. Mount, CPA, CGMA, managing director of The Mercadien Group and chair of The Mercadien Foundation, presented a workshop, entitled “Securing Your Financial Future,” to parents and other adults…Read More
Is Your Local Government in Compliance with Finance Notice 2014-13?
November 11, 2014 | By: Digesh PatelIn August 2014, the Division of Local Government Services, Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey (DLGS) issued Local Finance Notice (LFN) 2014-13 as a reminder for local authorities…Read More