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Check Your Audit Readiness in Minutes
Use our employee benefit plan audit readiness tool to identify gaps and prepare for your 401(k), 403(b), ESOP, pension, health and welfare, or other employee benefit plan audit.
Videos
Audit & Compliance
The Offshoring Bet is Coming Due
The question I’d like to pose to my colleagues in the audit space, particularly employee benefit plan audits, is does…
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NEWS
2023 Form 5500 – Change in Participant Count Methodology
Recently, the Department of Labor released a notice related to changes to the Form 5500 for plan years beginning on…
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NEWS
Correcting a Plan Issue – IRS Fix-it Guide
As the plan sponsor, it is your responsibility to oversee the plan operations and ensure compliance with all applicable laws,…
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Blogs
How Retirement Plan Advisors Can Evaluate an ERISA Audit Firm Before Making a Referral
When a plan sponsor asks who can handle their ERISA audit, it can be tempting to provide the name of a CPA or accounting firm you already know. But an audit referral is more than simply passing along a contact. While the advisor is not responsible for performing or managing
When Is a 401(k) Audit Required? Common Misconceptions Plan Sponsors Should Know
Managing a retirement plan comes with significant responsibilities, and understanding when a 401(k) audit is required is one of the most important responsibilities. For many plan sponsors, 401(k) audit requirements can feel confusing, especially as regulations evolve and compliance expectations continue to grow. One of the biggest misconceptions is that
Understanding the Filing Timeline and Form 5500 Due Date for Plan Sponsors
Managing a retirement plan is a year-round responsibility that culminates in one critical regulatory filing. The form 5500 due date is the deadline for reporting a plan’s financial condition, investments, and operations to the Department of Labor (DOL) and the IRS. For many plan sponsors, this date marks the finish