Nonprofit Blog

Some business owners make major decisions by relying on gut instinct. But investments made on a “hunch” often fall short of management’s expectations.

There is much being said about the nation’s manufacturing industry and where it is headed under the new administration. Though it is impossible to predict the future of manufacturing with any certainty, what we do know is where the industry currently stands and what is being proposed by President Trump. Join us as we take a look at the manufacturing industry from both a national and local perspective. 

The IRS has declared March 31, 2020 as the last day of the remedial amendment period for 403(b) retirement plans.

New rules and a general reminder about a tax incentive that can increase cash flow for your business.

A good basketball team is at its best when its top players are on the floor. Similarly, a company is the most productive, efficient and innovative when its best employees are in the right positions, doing great work.

We love nonprofits here at Smith & Howard. They approach their business with a unique enthusiasm and a drive to help the organization succeed.

Like any industry, nonprofit organizations must stay ahead of the curve when it comes to differentiating their organization from their competitors. As technology continues to evolve, there are many best practices nonprofits can use to maintain love with their current donors while increasing their donor base. Since 2017 is already in full force, here are a few marketing tips that can help all nonprofits!

An accounting internship is one of the most important steps to begin your career in accounting. Fulfilling an internship is important because it provides you with a real world experience which is one of the most valuable tools to have when interviewing for a full time position (regardless of the company or firm). While interning, you form relationships with accounting professionals who can help you achieve your goals while understanding what work ethic is required to be successful in this industry. Learning how to communicate with these professionals is also important. An Internship gives you exposure to either the audit, advisory or tax practices, which will assist in identifying what area best fits you.  Some may view the internship experience as a long “interview” by the firm, but you should think of an internship as a two-way interview – you are also interviewing the firm to ensure the firm culture is right for you. 

Smith & Howard’s 12^th Annual Leadership Institute for Accounting Students will take place July 13-14, 2017 at our office in Midtown Atlanta (Atlantic Station).  Lodging and meals are provided.  This is an exciting opportunity for attendees to network with our firm and gain invaluable knowledge that will help them succeed in the future.

We all know the old adage: The only constant in life is change. As daily responsibilities for CPAs evolve and grow, so must the way we test and train the individuals aspiring to be in these roles. Recognizing this fact, the AICPA has updated the Uniform CPA Exam so that more emphasis is placed on higher-order thinking and professional skepticism. Want to learn more? Click here to watch out this brief video that gives an overview of the exam changes.