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Sample Internal Control Communications for NFP Organizations

This page provides access to sample internal control communications specific to NFP organizations.

Tool Audit Foundational

Audit Reports for NFP Organizations

The following documents are resources to assist with audit reports.

Tool Audit Intermediate

Account Workpapers of NFPs

NFPs have unique reporting requirements under GAAP. These account workpapers are provided as examples of accounts that require special consideration.

Tool FASB financial accounting & reporting Intermediate

Overview of Form 990 Series of Returns

This article provides an overview of each of the five forms in the Form 990 Series of Returns.

Article Tax & regulatory Intermediate

Form 990 Red Flags for 501(c)(3) Charitable Organizations

This article is intended to be used as a guide for a Form 990 reviewer to identify potential red flags that should be examined or considered prior to filing.

Article Tax & regulatory Foundational

Top 5 Tax Preparation Tips for 2015 for the Form 990 Series of Returns

Avoid common errors and learn about resources available to assist with Form 990 preparation.

Article Tax & regulatory Foundational

Key Differences between Financial Statements Prepared in Accordance with U.S. GAAP and IRS Form 990

Do you know the differences between the requirements of GAAP and the required presentation of financial information in Form 990? This reference chart will help you...

Tool Tax & regulatory Foundational

Unrelated Business Income Taxes (UBIT)

Read this article for a primer on UBIT and learn about the most common UBI generating activities. Also discussed are typical exemptions, exclusions and exceptions.

Article Tax & regulatory Foundational

IRS Accountable Plan Requirements: A Primer for NFPs

Learn how to properly structure your accountable plan requirements (APR) to comply with IRS requirements.

Article Tax & regulatory Foundational

Affordable Care Act: What Not-for-Profits Need To Know

Many of the issues surrounding the are still creating confusion in the business community, including not-for-profits. This article provides considerations for small...

Article Tax & regulatory Foundational

Compliance with Charitable Solicitation Laws

Learn about registration requirements and initiatives to simplify and clarify the registration process.

Article Tax & regulatory Advanced

Board Structure

This article provides an overview of board structure for those charged with governance of an NFP.

Article Governance Foundational