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Construction businesses operate in an environment where precision and timing are everything. Managing multiple jobs, coordinating subcontractors, and staying on top of costs are demanding. Add complex billing cycles, compliance obligations, and financial reporting requirements, and the back office can quickly become a bottleneck. Many construction companies are turning to outsourced accounting to keep pace … Continued The post Benefits of Outsourced Accounting for Construction Companies first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

Strategic planning isn’t just for large corporations — it’s a vital roadmap for small and mid-sized businesses aiming for sustainable growth. In this episode of PKF Texas—The Entrepreneurs Playbook®, Jen […]

In this episode of PKF Texas—The Entrepreneurs Playbook®, Jen Lemanski sits down with Alejandro Ballestin, Senior Manager in the Business Advisory group and one of our Approachable Advisor®, to discuss […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes 45 seconds On April 3, 2025, the Department of Labor (DOL) released new guidance to help plan administrators resolve conflicting requirements for annual funding notices. The confusion stems from updates made under the, which changed key elements of what defined benefit plans must disclose. Although the statute took effect for plan … Continued The post DOL Bulletin Clarifies Conflicting Funding Notice Rules first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

Knowing how long to retain your tax records is essential for staying compliant with IRS regulations. Holding onto documents for too long may create unnecessary clutter, while disposing of them […]

In this PKF Texas – Entrepreneurs Playbook® episode, Jen Lemanski sits with Jamie Matte, CPA, Business Advisory Director and one of our Approachable Advisor®, to discuss practical profit enhancement strategies […]

Reading time: 2 minutes 30 seconds The IRS recently issued new guidance on accounting rules for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) that will provide relief and new options for taxpayers whose refunds for ERC claims were either significantly delayed or disallowed. Key guidance Most notable is that the new guidance allows taxpayers to apply the … Continued The post New IRS Guidance on ERC Brings Flexibility and Relief to Taxpayers first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

In this episode of PKF Texas – The Entrepreneur’s Playbook®, Jen Lemanski sits down with Fatima Chase, Senior Tax Manager and one of the Approachable Advisors® on our Not-for-Profit team, […]

Key Points: The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-13 seems like it would be old news. But the provision for accounting for current expected credit loss […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes 40 seconds Driving growth and profitability means leveraging opportunities when they arise. This often means submitting proposals for larger and more complex projects in the construction industry. However, larger opportunities frequently require contractors to have the proper bonding capacity. Bonds provide project owners with assurance that the contractor has both financial … Continued The post How Construction Companies Can Increase Bonding Capacity first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

Did you know the Form 990 isn’t just for IRS compliance? It’s a powerful storytelling tool that can help nonprofits highlight their impact and attract donors. In this episode of […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes 45 seconds In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), contingent consideration is a mechanism used to bridge valuation gaps between buyers and sellers. It involves additional payments made by the buyer to the seller based on the future performance of the acquired business. This approach aligns the interests of both parties and mitigates … Continued The post The Complex Role of Contingent Consideration in M&A Transactions first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

Key Points: At least 68% of not-for-profits experienced one or more data breaches between 2021 and 2023, according to the CyberPeace Institute. Already in 2025, several nonprofits, including health care, […]

We’re proud to welcome PKF Ethiopia as a new member of the PKF Global network, expanding our presence in East Africa.

Reading time: 1 minute 30 seconds We’re attempting to bring humor to the humorless Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting drama. Enjoy this hot take from our very own Rob Flowers, Tax Director. The recent BOI FinCen reporting soap opera is confusing! On again, off again, it’s akin to a middle school relationship wrought with frustration … Continued The post The BOI FinCEN Soap Opera: A Confusing Legal Affair—Not a Tax Issue first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

JLK Rosenberger welcomes Karsten & Company, PLLC, to the firm effective March 1, 2025. The addition expands JLK Rosenberger’s ability to help insurers navigate the accounting, regulatory, and business challenges they face and increases the firm’s team of hands-on, problem-solving professionals. Bill Rosenberger, Partner-in-Charge of the firm’s insurance practice, said, “We are thrilled to welcome … Continued The post Karsten & Company Joins JLK Rosenberger, Expanding Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Capabilities for Insurers first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

Reading time: 3 minutes Offering a retirement plan is a strategic move for construction companies looking to attract and retain skilled workers. According to a recent study, the construction industry will need 439,000 net new workers in 2025 to meet demand, yet 94% report difficulty finding workers. With ongoing labor shortages, competitive benefits can make … Continued The post Retirement Plan Options for California Construction Companies first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

Reading time: 6 minutes It is that time of year when you receive envelopes marked “Important Tax Document Enclosed.” You think to yourself, “It can’t be that time already since I just finished last year’s taxes!” But, as they say, time flies and tax season is upon us again. You may have just received an … Continued The post Get Ready for Tax Season: Essential Steps to Simplify Your Filing Process first appeared on JLK Rosenberger.

We’re delighted to welcome Plenus Tax & Accounting LLC to our global network.