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Not-for-profit board officers, directors, trustees and key employees must avoid conflicts of interest because it’s their duty to do so. Any direct or indirect financial interest in a transaction or arrangement that might benefit one of these individuals personally could result in the loss of your organization’s tax-exempt status —
An important part of the planning process for a financial statement audit is having quality discussions with clients regarding how their year went.  However, this is just one part of the puzzle when it comes to planning for an audit.
When you do think about your Form 990 tax return, you also probably think about and dread the amount of information your accountant asks you to provide.  But the truth is, all of the information accountants ask for is vitally important to present your organization in the best light for
After a flurry of year-end fundraising, you and your not-for-profit’s staff are probably ready for a little break. Your supporters may be tired, too. At some point, even the most philanthropic individuals experience donor fatigue and start saying “no” — even to their favorite charities.
Olsen Thielen is happy to announce that one of our Tax Principals, Scott Hoyles, has been awarded the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) designation from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
Olsen Thielen & Co. Ltd. is proud to be celebrating our 95th anniversary year.  The firm was founded in 1921 on the belief that personal attention, trust, and quality service were the key elements to helping our clients succeed. 
Olsen Thielen is pleased to announce that Adam Hennen, CPA, has been elected Principal, effective September 1, 2016.
We are pleased to announce that Andrea Addo was elected Principal of the firm, effective September 1, 2016.
Tom retired from Olsen Thielen as a Principal and shareholder on September 1, 2016, after a long and distinguished career.
Olsen Thielen was founded on the belief that personal attention, trusted advice, and quality service are the key elements to helping our clients succeed. Time and again, business owners and individuals have taken Olsen Thielen professionals into their confidence – to gain insight on business challenges beyond just tax returns
A trust can help you pass wealth efficiently and privately to your heirs. Perhaps the most powerful way to use a trust is to ensure that your heirs have timely access to your assets. When you transfer your assets to your beneficiaries through a Will, your estate is settled through
An important internal control related to cash disbursements can include requiring two authorized signatures on all company checks generally over a specific amount that has been set by management or the board directors. By requiring two signatures, the company is verifying that both signers agree that the payment is proper
We are pleased to announce that Thomas W. Campbell, MBA, has been elected as a Principal of the firm, effective September 1, 2014.
We are pleased to announce that Scott Hoyles and Daniel Owens have been elected to Principal.  Both work out of the St. Paul office—Hoyles in the Tax Department and Owens in the Audit & Accounting Department.
We are pleased to announce that Patrick D. Powers, CPA, has been elected President of Olsen Thielen & Co., Ltd., effective September 1, 2012. 
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