Gelman, Rosenberg, & Freedman Receives Inaugural Humentum OpEx Industry Award
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs (GRF) is honored to receive Humentum’s 2019 OpEx Industry award. This award honors individuals or teams who understand the unique challenges within the International NGO sector and are dedicated to creating a positive social impact through innovation, collaboration, and dedication. The inaugural award was presented to GRF Partner Robert Albrecht,…
The EXCEL Award Recognizes Outstanding Nonprofit Leaders
Executive leaders of nonprofits are frequently unsung heroes. They devote tireless efforts toward advancing their missions, resourcefully overcoming challenges despite insufficient budgets and limited staff. They inspire us with their generosity, commitment and drive, making our community better for all who live here. The EXCEL Award offers an opportunity to recognize and shine the light…
Nonprofit Filing Changes Under the Taxpayer First Act
By: Janna Goudarzi | Nonprofit Tax Manager Signed into law by President Trump on July 1, 2019, the Taxpayer First Act (the Act) was proposed to modernize and improve the Internal Revenue Services (IRS). The new law requires all tax-exempt organizations with a filing requirement (Forms 990, 990-PF, 990-EZ, and 990-T) to do so electronically….
Harnessing the Power of Excel: Tips and Tricks for Financial Professionals
Despite the emergence of a number of new software tools, Microsoft Excel is still considered essential to many organizations for planning, forecasting and budgeting. Financial professionals gravitate to Excel’s simplicity and cost, but few have a good command of the valuable advanced features that can save time and improve reporting. Join Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman…
An Audit Committee Offers Substantial Value Beyond the Audit
By Laura Malcom, CPA | Audit Manager Most nonprofit organizations today are led by a volunteer board of directors responsible for helping the group achieve its mission while providing sound governance and financial management1. In keeping with their fiduciary duty to provide effective financial oversight, many boards appoint an audit committee if not already required…
Developing Our Women Leaders Requires Hands-On Involvement
By Jackie Cardello, CPA | Managing Partner What does it mean to inspire young women leaders? It is much more than lip service to hiring and promoting women and internal policies meant to encourage leadership. While progressive policies, leadership development, and mentoring programs are all important, leading by example is the most powerful message. As…