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Current Developments and Cost Containment Strategies Impacting Non-Profits’ Health and Retirement Programs



Contact: Paul Seach
Tel. 212-404-5557
Email: pseach@sb-cpa.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NEW YORK - The Employee Benefits Group of Salibello & Broder LLP (S&B) recently hosted its third roundtable discussion of 2009.  Partnering with S&B on the event was Herbert L. Jamison & Co., LLP.  The discussion covered recent regulatory developments, cost containment strategies and governance issues relating to employee benefit plans.

The event provided attendees the opportunity to share their experiences, concerns and questions regarding a broad range of benefit plan issues.

Bob Hamilton, a senior manager at S&B pictured at left, began the discussion by presenting some key operational issues relevant to 401(k) and 403(b) plans which have received heightened scrutiny by the Department of Labor including the timeliness of deposits for salary deferrals and the impact of a plan sponsor's failure to identify eligible compensation and apply and follow a plan's eligibility provision.  Bob also led a discussion on revisions to Form 990.

Mark Shore, a senior vice president at Jamison and pictured at right, discussed effective employee benefits cost containment strategies particularly as they relate to group long term disability, group life/AD&D and health insurance.

Tony Calabrese, a Partner and chairman of the Financial Services and Investment Companies Group at S&B, discussed the significance and complexity of plan governance.  His presentation highlighted the consequences for non-compliance including taxes, penalties, litigation and personal liability as well as covered some best practices in plan governance to enable plan fiduciaries to carry out their responsibilities.

Hosanna Custodio, manager at S&B, discussed changes to the Form 5500, focusing on the revisions to Schedule C disclosure for direct and indirect compensation.

More roundtable discussions of employee benefits plans will be announced soon. See www.sb-cpa.com for a schedule of upcoming events.

About Salibello & Broder

Founded in 1978, S&B is a full-service accounting and professional services firm with offices in New York and Los Angeles.

S&B maintains its status as a middle-market leader due to our dedication to value-added year-round client service, our commitment to providing the highest quality service, and our investment in the ongoing training of our staff.

The roundtable discussion format is part of a series of seminars organized by S&B's Employee Benefits Group.  If you would like more information on our seminars, or would like us to present to your company, please contact Paul Seach at 212-404-5557 or pseach@sb-cpa.com.

Visit www.sb-cpa.com for a full list of services, information about S&B and to join our weekly tax tips list and to receive invitations to our upcoming events.

About Jamison

Established in 1898 in New York City's Wall Street area, Jamison has evolved to become a leading resource for risk management consultation and customized insurance and employee benefits programs.  Jamison proudly serves today's dynamic businesses, continuing to focus on their very specific concerns and needs. And, through its vibrant long-term relationships with various trade and industry associations, Jamison continuously strives to anticipate and meet the risk management and insurance needs of your business.



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