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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Mercadien Announces Executive Promotions; Names New Principal
September 11, 2024; Princeton, NJ & Philadelphia, PA – Mercadien is pleased to announce several promotions within the firm’s corporate leadership team. Mr. Matthew Smierciak, CPA, a member of the…
Should Government Organizations Consider Internal Audit Functions?
In today’s rapidly evolving and fluid labor market, government organizations face many challenges, including labor shortages, retirement of key employees, and loss of institutional knowledge. To offset the impact from…
Best Practices for GASB 87 and 96 Implementation
During the last couple of years, many governmental entities were required to move long-term lease and software-based information technology arrangement (SBITA) agreements onto the balance sheet to enhance transparency and…
All About Endowments
An endowment is a pool of funds donated or set aside to be preserved over time to support a nonprofit’s mission. Endowments play a crucial role in the sustainability and…
Of Interest to Nonprofits: INTEREST!
You may have noticed a line item on your bank statement that’s looking a lot better than in years past; that’s right, interest is back! The zero-interest-rate world is well…
The Risks of Digital Marketing & Data Analytics in Banking
In the world of banking, technological advances are revolutionizing the way financial institutions market their services and expand their brand presence. The use of data analytics has provided banks with…
What You Need to Know About the Proposed CFPB Overdraft & Junk Fee Rule
Overdraft services were originally created to service an occasional inadvertent hiccup by consumers but have since turned into a massive profit driver for financial institutions with fees totaling $7.7 billion…
The Crucial Role of Expert CPA Firms in Federal Government Contracting
In the intricate landscape of federal government contracts, precise and reliable financial reporting is of the utmost importance. Federal agencies manage vast sums of public money, demanding a steadfast commitment…
CFO & Accounting Services for Intellectual & Developmental Disability Service Providers
At Mercadien, our outsourced CFO advisory teams work with an extremely diverse range of organizations: from small, family-run businesses to established mid-market companies. But among the organizations we enjoy helping…
CFO & Accounting Services for Behavioral Health & Home Healthcare Organizations
Behavioral health and home healthcare organizations play an integral role in their local communities, providing high levels of care and support to a diverse range of individuals. To succeed, these…
