Governance, Risk and Internal Audit

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I highly recommend Pierre- Louis Associates. Especially, for small businesses that are ready to take things to the next level. Frantz is an excellent CPA and works closely with his clients to help them reach their financial goals. After working with him we can confidently present our finances to banks, other business, investors etc. He is very organized, punctual, personable, and does quality work.

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I recently started working with Frantz. Very happy and I highly recommend his services. For both business and personal stuff!

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Establish The management of risk and implementation of robust corporate governance has become an increasingly important aspect of global business.

 While many companies are required by law, regulations or stakeholders to apply these processes and procedures, even more elect to do so as part of a successful business strategy.

Pierre-Louis & Associates CPA, P.C. works with businesses in all sectors, advising on their governance structures, providing a range of services designed to support clients in maintaining robust governance and assurance frameworks. They can assist on managing risks effectively while helping to embed transparency and accountability.

 

Frantz Pierre-Louis’ Small Business Cash Flow Controls

... cash flow.Shoot, this is even true for any nonprofit of any kind of substance.And yes, my meticulous accountant's brain is kicked into high gear in this response, but you need somebody in your corner who is thinking about these things, or your Long Island business...

Pierre-Louis & Associates CPA, P.C.’s Tips for 2023 Small Business Tax Planning

Forward-thinking is a must in business… that goes for your taxes too. And I’m going to dive into what that looks like today. But first, let’s talk about your tax filing. The S corp and partnership filing deadline is coming up (March 15 to be exact). While we’ll...

Will Your Long Island Company Be Giving Year-End Bonuses?

The plot to one of the most iconic Christmas movies of all time, Christmas Vacation, centers on one holiday hope: the year-end bonus.Clark Griswold, as "the last true family man", decides he will use his promised year-end bonus to install a pool in his family's...

The Why & How of Business Referrals for Long Island Owners

Firstly, before I jump into what business referrals could mean for your Long Island business, I wanted you to see this.You may have already heard me talk about this … but the explosion of shady flim-flammers gaming the Employee Retention Credit and making...

3 Common Tax-Related Business Problems

Can you think of anything more American than starting your own business? Okay, probably a few things come to mind. But becoming an entrepreneur is definitely toward the top of the list.However, an easy undertaking it is not. When you first start out, it’s easy to jump...

A Big IRS Update For Long Island Businesses On Using The PPP Loan Funds

Well, if you were wise, you probably saw this coming.Turns out ... if you received a PPP loan, that the expenses you pay from the proceeds of this (forgivable) loan ... are not deductible for Long Island businesses.Ouch.The IRS just released new guidance to this end...

An SBA Funding Update And Four Scenarios Your Long Island Business Could Be In

The second round of PPP funding began this Monday at 9:30AM Eastern.This funding was $322B (as opposed to the first at around $349B). The first round of $349B funded 1.6MM business.As for those who were waiting on that first round, the SBA hasn't shared recent...

Leadership and Empowerment for Business Owners: A Story

Let me begin by noting, if you were looking to file for the Employee Retention Credit this year, heads up that the IRS isn't processing any new claims through the end of the year. This is an effort to keep you out of hot water if you shouldn't be claiming...

Use These Financial Reports For Business Decisions By Frantz Pierre-Louis

Just in time for the weekend, the IRS issued Friday-evening guidance about the overly-hyped (at first) payroll tax "holiday".There was initial hope that this might be a great shot-in-the-arm for Long Island businesses and employees, but given how the thing is...

Alternative Small Business Financing Options for Long Island SMBs

I’ve talked to you before about the ERC scams running rampant and how to steer clear of them, but there’s a recent update worth mentioning:They’re also partially responsible for the IRS’s delay in issuing ERC refunds — especially for small businesses.And funds...

How You’re Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: the State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.
But the problem is that regular taxpayers, like you, are missing out on legal and safe deductions, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year!

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