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

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March 20-21, 2025 | Resorts Hotel & Casino
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Mercadien’s Frank Pina Named to Philadelphia Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” List
March 19, 2014Princeton, NJ — Mr. Frank Pina, CPA, CFF, CFE, CGMA, managing director of The Mercadien Group, principal in Mercadien, P.C., Certified Public Accountants, and a leader of its forensic and litigation support practice, has been selected for inclusion in the nationally-recognized Philadelphia Business Journal’s annual “40 Under 40” list.Read More
Trenton Times Quotes Marguerite Mount on Overlooked Deductions
March 16, 2014Each year, the complexities of our tax code cause many taxpayers to leave money on the table when filing their returns. As they say, you must pay taxes but you…Read More
Frank Pina Named To Philadelphia Business Journal’s 40 Under 40
March 10, 2014At no time in Philadelphia’s recent history have the younger generations seem so energized and committed to building a better region. We see evidence of that all around us through…Read More
It’s a Taxing Time of Year for Companies in Bankruptcy
March 4, 2014 | By: Keeping on top of tax compliance is one aspect of the working relationship that debtors and bankruptcy professionals have with accountants or financial advisors. One pitfall I’ve seen is that…Read More
The Role of the Forensic Accountant in Fraud and Defalcation of Business Assets
March 4, 2014 | By: (IN MEMORIAM)Donald ConwayIn many cases the forensic accountant is engaged too late. This usually results from lack of knowledge of the critical importance of discovery during the first five days of an investigation.…Read More

Does Your Audit Committee Have What It Takes?
February 27, 2014 | By: Lisa M. ThouinFor-profit companies are always searching for ways to improve their efficiency and productivity—otherwise known as the “bottom line.” Nonprofit organizations have the same needs. Similar to public corporations, the board…Read More
Would Your Nonprofit Benefit From an Alliance or Merger?
February 27, 2014 | By: Sherise D. RitterNonprofits are finding it increasingly difficult to operate under the continued financial uncertainty and regulatory pressures of the last several years. Many have reached the point where they have begun…Read More
Strengthen Your Municipal Management and Credit Rating
February 20, 2014 | By: Warren A. BroudyRatings agencies track the financial condition of bond issuers and update their ratings if and when necessary. Many credit ratings are upgraded or downgraded by these agencies each year. Such…Read More
The Importance of Succession Planning in Government
February 20, 2014 | By: Digesh PatelAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Census of Governments report, the number of state and local government employees decreased 0.2% and 1.5%, respectively, from 2010 to 2011, the latest available…Read More