Maher Duessel CPAs

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Our Harrisburg office recently hosted an office trivia event, bringing interns and team members together for an afternoon of friendly competition. Congratulations to Donovan, Emma, and Megan for taking home the trivia crown!

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Sunshine, roller coasters, and great company—our teams are making the most of summer across Pennsylvania! Our Central PA offices spent a day at Hersheypark, while our Western PA team enjoyed Kennywood. It was a perfect chance to relax and connect with coworkers.

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GASB Statement No. 104 is an important standard for community colleges, requiring certain types of capital assets to be disclosed separately in the capital assets note disclosures and establishing requirements for capital assets held for sale. Read more: https://t.co/UMfOe9KsrG

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As a reminder, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania requires nonprofit and for-profit organizations (but not governmental entities) to file an annual report by June 30. Additional details regarding the required filing information are available on our website: https://t.co/mFxpR9H8U2

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We’re excited to welcome a talented group of interns who are joining us for the summer, bringing fresh perspectives, new ideas, and a passion for learning. We're so glad you're here!

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GASB Statement No. 103 will change how community colleges present their financial story, especially in the statement of revenues, expenses, and changes in net position. Read our Industry Insights article to learn more:
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For many non-profits and community colleges with a June year end, audit preparation becomes a flurry of activity that begins once the auditors send their request list. Learn how proactive variance analysis can strengthen your audit experience: https://t.co/Af65YKSoOd

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Internal controls do more than check boxes—they help local governments protect public funds, reduce the risk of loss, and build public trust. Our latest insight breaks down key control recommendations every government should consider. Read more: https://t.co/wqp9pJ611m

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Members of our team had the opportunity to return to their alma mater and participate in Westminster’s Accounting & Networking Society Career Day last week as panelists. Thank you to Westminster College for including us in this great event!

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Maher Duessel is proud to announce that Chairman Elizabeth (“Betsy”) E. Krisher, CPA, CGFM, has been named to Forbes America’s Best-In-State CPAs list for the second year in a row. Please join us in congratulating Betsy on this outstanding achievement. https://t.co/20vTyoQ5a8

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Join us in celebrating Shelby Wood, who was among the recipients of this year's PICPA Young Leader Award. Congratulations to Shelby on this well-deserved honor!

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Our Western PA team had a great evening at the Fore Our Future event at Top Golf, hosted by the Extra Mile Education Foundation and Crossroads Foundation.

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Our Central PA team attended a puppy socialization event with Susquehanna Service Dogs (SSD). SSD is dedicated to breeding, raising, and training dogs that support people with disabilities, empowering them to live more independently and confidently.

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Our Central PA team enjoyed an exciting evening watching the Hershey Bears face off against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at the Giant Center.

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We’re pleased to share that Partner Michelle Bryan, CPA, will be speaking at this year’s AICPA Not-for-Profit Industry Conference. Learn more about the conference and register at: https://t.co/yRNoKw4PBM

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We are pleased to announce that Robert A. Belicose, CPA has been named a Partner at the firm, effective January 1, 2026. Read more about Bob and his time at Maher Duessel in our latest blog post: https://t.co/PZuRUeo26D

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The IRS has announced the 2026 optional standard mileage rates for calculating deductible expenses related to operating an automobile for business, charitable, and medical reasons. Read more in our latest blog post.

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Just before the holidays, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) released Statement No. 105, Subsequent Events, which becomes effective for fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2026, and for all reporting periods thereafter.

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CEO, Jeffrey W. Kent, CPA, has been featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times, Newly Minted Section, which profiles the region's top executives in various industries.

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Our Central PA team's holiday sweater contest brought an extra touch of seasonal fun to our annual Government Update seminar last week!