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Floorplan pressure. OEM scrutiny. Tight timelines. High stakes. Your auditor should understand that reality. 4 Reasons Why Audits Matter to Dealers What Makes Our Dealership Audits Different Dealers tell us they want the confidence that their financials will stand up when lenders, OEMs, or buyers ask tough questions. Many CPA firms perform audits. Few truly…
As another employee benefit plan audit season gets underway, plan sponsors have a valuable opportunity to get ahead of the issues that most frequently surface during a retirement plan audit. A little preparation now can prevent findings, corrections, and uncomfortable conversations later. Below are three areas that consistently draw scrutiny and where a proactive review…
This next generation of leaders step forward at a pivotal time for the Firm, bringing the technical expertise and strategic perspective needed to navigate continued growth, rapidly advancing technology and an ever-evolving industry landscape. Grounded in the Withum Way mentality, they will shape what’s ahead while preserving the culture that remains central to how the…
On March 31, 2026, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule specific to 401k plans on “Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives.” This comes at a time when alternative investments are becoming more widespread. While alternative investments may have triggered this proposed ruling, the more important takeaway is how the DOL is…
This comment is among the most common findings cited in ERISA audits each year. While meeting minutes are often viewed simply as a record of plan changes or updates, their importance goes far beyond documentation. Properly maintained meeting minutes provide clear evidence that a plan sponsor is fulfilling its fiduciary responsibilities by reviewing key plan…
Being a retirement plan sponsor means staying ahead of numerous annual compliance deadlines. This is essential to avoid penalties and ensure participants receive timely and accurate information. This 2026 calendar outlines key ERISA deadlines for calendar-year-end contributions and defined benefit plans, including required filings, participant notices, funding obligations and operational tasks. All dates reflect statutory…
