2023 Externship Program
2023-08-02 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Are you looking to gain first-hand knowledge of what a career could look like in a mid-sized, regional public accounting firm but are too early in your college career for an internship or in high school? Our half-day virtual Externship/Shadowing Experience, which occurs in August, is for you! During this program, you will have the chance to interact with our current Summer Interns, Staff Accountants, all the way up through Shareholders, to better understand how public accounting firms help their clients succeed. Best of all, our Externs get to add this experience on their resume AND are automatically invited to interview for the Summer Internship Program, when eligible.
Our 2023 Summer Externship is scheduled to take place on August 2, 2023 from 9am-1pm ET.
What to Expect

Duration – Half day, virtual experience (due to the number of attendees, our Externship is virtual)
Welcome from BLS Shareholder
Virtual Office Tour
Panel Discussion with Auditing/Tax & Small Business/Corporate & International Services Members
Panel Discussion with Current Interns
Overview our College Recruiter about Our Recruiting Process and What We Look for in BLS Team Members
Who is Eligible?

High School Students
College Students
Experienced Professionals Considering a Career Change

APPLY NOW!

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Employers with Employee Benefit Plans
2023-07-29 | DE
ALL EMPLOYERS WITH EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS:
BENEFIT PLAN DEADLINE (12/31 year end):
Form 5500 and related schedules, as applicable (A, C, D, E, H, I, R), with opinion of qualified public accountant, 5500-EZ or Form 5500-SF, if not extending
Form 8955-SSA – Annual registration statement identifying separated participants with deferred vested benefits, if not extending
Form 5558 – Request for extension of time to file Form 5500 annual report and Form 8955-SSA
Form 5330 – Return of excise taxes related to Employee Benefit Plans – used to report and pay excise taxes on prohibited transactions and excess 401(k) Plan contributors that occurred in 2022.
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Individuals
2023-07-10, 2023-06-12 | DE
INDIVIDUALS:
If you received $20 or more in tips during May, report them to your employer. You can use Form 4070.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Employee Benefit Plans
2023-06-30 | DE
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS:
Corrective distribution for failed ADP/ACP without 10% excise tax (EACA only)
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

5th Annual GRAND Golf Classic
2023-06-29 | Deerfield, 507 Thompson Station Road, Newark, Delaware, 19711
BLS CPAs is a Hole Sponsor for the 5th Annual GRAND Golf Classic! Proceeds support The Grand’s Community Engagement Programs including Stages of Discovery, Summer in the Parks, and Diversity & Sensory Friendly Programs!
June 29, 2023 at Deerfield Golf Club
Find out more details at the The Grand’s Golf Classic website.

Special Olympics Delaware Summer Camp Golf Classic
2023-06-26 11:00 - 20:00 | Bidermann Golf Course, 601 Adam's Dam Road, Wilmington, DE, United States
BLS is happy to sponsor Special Olympics Delaware’s Summer Camp Golf Classic!
Proceeds from this tournament enable children and adults with intellectual disabilities to attend Special Olympics Delaware Summer Camp at no charge to the athletes or their families.
Tournament Schedule
11:00 a.m. – Registration Opens
12:30 p.m. – Shotgun Start (box lunch in cart)
5:30 p.m. – Barbecue Reception & Silent Auction
Be a Player. Be a Sponsor. Be a Fan.

Delaware State Bar Association: 2023 Bench and Bar Conference
2023-06-15 08:00 - 15:00 | Clayton Hall – University of Delaware, 100 David Hollowell Drive, Newark, DE, 19716, United States
BLS is exhibiting at Delaware State Bar Association (DSBA) 2023 Bench and Bar Conference! Come and visit our Law Firm Services Team.
This is the largest gathering of Delaware lawyers and judges in the state and offers unequaled opportunities to be present among leaders in the legal community.
For additional information about the DSBA and the Bench and Bar Conference, go to http://www.dsba.org/

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Individuals and Corporations
2023-06-15 | DE
INDIVIDUALS: Make a payment of your 2023 estimated tax if you’re not paying your income tax for the year through withholding (or won’t pay in enough tax that way). Use Form 1040-ES. This is the second installment date for estimated tax in 2022. For more information, see Pub. 505.
CORPORATIONS: For calendar year corporations, deposit the second installment of estimated income tax for 2023. A worksheet, Form 1120-W, is available to help you estimate your tax for the year.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: International
2023-06-15 | DE
Deadline for 2022, individual tax returns for US taxpayers residing abroad and partnerships which keep their books and records outside the United States (automatic 2-month extension from April 15). An automatic extension to December 15, 2023, using Form 4868 is available as long as individuals did not receive US wages. This is NOT an extension to pay.
For additional information on these deadlines or our international services, please click here to contact us.

University of Delaware Trust Management Classic
2023-06-12 09:00 - 17:30 | Hartefeld National, PA, 19311, United States
BLS CPAs is a Hole Sponsor for the inaugural University of Delaware Trust Management Minor Golf Classic which benefits the future of Trust Management.
OVERVIEW OF EVENTS

Registration from 9:00-10:45 AM
Brunch available from 10:00-11:00 AM
Putting competition on practice green 9:30-10:45 AM
Shotgun start at 11:00 AM
Dinner & Awards 4:00- 5:30 PM

University of Delaware Trust Management Classic Info Webpage

AICPA Engage 2023 Conference - International Tax Update
2023-06-07 17:00 - 18:30 | DE
Stephanie Chapman, CPA will be presenting at the AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE23 Conference!
AICPA & CIMA Engage 2023: International Tax Update

June 7, 2023

2:00 PM — 3:15 PM PDT
5:00 PM — 6:15 PM EDT

Session Information: https://agenda.aicpastore.com/sessions/tax2322

AICPA Engage 2023 Conference - Planning for Estates Under $10 Million
2023-06-05 18:00 - 19:30 | DE
Karly Laughlin, CPA and Jordon Rosen, CPA, AEP will be presenting at the AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE23 Conference!
AICPA & CIMA Engage 2023: Planning for Estates Under $10 Million

June 5, 2023

3:00 PM — 4:15 PM PDT
6:00 PM — 7:15 PM EDT

Session Information: https://agenda.aicpastore.com/sessions/eng2306

Delaware Center for Justice 4th Annual Ride for Justice
2023-06-03 | DE
BLS is a Hybrid Bike sponsor for the 4th Annual Delaware Ride for Justice.
When: June 3, 2023 – beginning at 7:30 AM
Learn more here: 4th Annual Delaware Ride for Justice
Three years ago, a group of local cyclists came together to honor the memory of George Floyd and raise money to support the fight for justice in Delaware. They’ve chosen to partner with the Delaware Center for Justice this year, recognizing the unique role that DCJ plays in the struggle for social justice in the First State.
This year’s family-friendly Delaware Ride for Justice offers five routes:

5 mile “Family Ride”
10 mile “Ice Cream Ride”
28 mile “Odessa Ride”
50 mile Distance Ride
84.6 mile Flagship Ride, in memory of the final 8 minutes and 46 seconds of George Floyd’s life – and in recognition of the nationwide movement for justice that emerged as a result.

All rides begin in Delaware City. These routes traverse a landscape suffused with the spirit of Delaware justice seekers. With 4 support stops, electronic GPS mapping and paper cue sheets, road markings, and ride-day support, the Ride For Justice will be a day of physical challenge, personal contemplation, and natural beauty.

Preparing Forms 5500, 5500-SF, and 5500-EZ
2023-05-25 13:00 - 15:00 | DE
Christopher J. Ciminera, CPA, QKA, will be a panelist at Strafford’s Webinar – Preparing Forms 5500, 5500-SF, and 5500-EZ: Annual Return/Report of Employee Benefit Plan
Topic: Preparing Forms 5500, 5500-SF, and 5500-EZ: Annual Return/Report of Employee Benefit Plan
Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2023
Time: 1:00pm – 2:50pm ET
Panelists:

Christopher J. Ciminera, CPA, QKA – Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, CPAs
Jeanne Schanzenbach, QPA, CPC, ERPA – Limestone Pension Associates

Forms 5500, 5500-SF, and 5500-EZ satisfy the annual reporting requirements of the IRS, DOL, and PBGC. These series of forms provide these federal agencies with information about an employer’s benefit plans. Form 5500 generally must be filed by large employer plans (those that cover 100 participants or more at the beginning of the year). Form 5500-SF may generally be filed by small employer plans (those that cover less than 100 participants at the beginning of the plan year. Form 5500-EZ is generally filed for one-participant plans, which means the plan covers the owner (and spouse), one or more partners in a partnership, and does not provide benefits for anyone except an owner, spouse, or one or more partners. Accurate reporting on these forms is important because the IRS and DOL monitor the forms and certain details may trigger an IRS audit or DOL investigation. Completing these forms completely and accurately, and filing these forms timely is extremely important. The SECURE Act increased the penalty for late filing a Form 5500.

The IRS penalty for late filing of a 5500-series return has increased 10-fold to $250 per day, up to a maximum of $150,000.
The DOL penalty for late filing can run up to $1,100 per day, with no maximum.

Tax advisers working with employers maintaining employer benefit plans must understand the due dates, filing requirements, and how to complete these returns properly. Listen as our panel of employee benefit plan experts walks you through the preparation of Forms 5500 and related schedules, including tips for completing the form efficiently and avoiding potential audit triggers.

For more information, visit Strafford’s Webinar Listing.

Stroud Water Research Center Fore Fresh Water Golf Invitational
2023-05-22 11:30 - 19:30 | Bidermann Golf Course, 601 Adam's Dam Road, Wilmington, DE, United States
BLS is proud to be a Hole Sponsor of the 2023 Stroud Water Research Center’s Fore Fresh Water Golf Invitational!
Golf sponsorship and participation helps support Stroud Water Research Center’s freshwater research, environmental education, and watershed restoration efforts.
Tee Off “Fore” Fresh Water
Date: May 22, 2023
11:30 a.m. shotgun start; 4:30 p.m. cocktail reception.
Location: Bidermann Golf Course
Find out more here: https://stroudcenter.org/event/golf-outing/

Siegel JCC Delaware Annual Sports Classic (BLS is a Birdie Sponsor)
2023-05-22 | Wilmington Country Club, 4825 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19807, United States
BLS CPAs is proud to be a Birdie Sponsor again this year for the 31st Annual Siegel JCC Delaware Sports Classic.
SIEGEL JCC ANNUAL SPORTS CLASSIC
Date:
May 22, 2023

Location:
Wilmington Country Club

4825 Kennett Pike
Wilmington, DE 19807

Additional details can be found on the Siegel JCC Delaware webpage.

Child Inc. 26th Race Against Domestic Violence
2023-05-21 09:30 - 11:30 | Autumn Arch Beer Project, 800 Pencader Drive Suite C, Newark, Delaware, 19702
BLS is a Gold Sponsor for Child Inc’s 26th Race Against Domestic Violence 5K!
26th Annual Race Against Domestic Violence 5k and virtual option at Autumn Arch Beer Project to benefit CHILD,Inc.
May 21, 2023 – Sunday
Since 1963, CHILD, Inc. has been helping the children and families of Delaware. CHILD, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization that offers prevention, treatment, emergency shelter and advocacy services that strengthen families. They serve dependent, neglected and abused children and their parents. They provide programs for those involved in domestic violence situations, especially children.

DSCC DYPN 11th Annual Golf Outing
2023-05-19 14:00 - 19:00 | Deerfield Country Club, Newark DE
BLS is a Silver Sponsor of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce’s Delaware Young Professionals Network 11th Annual Golf Outing!
The Delaware Young Professionals Network will hit the golf course for an afternoon of golfing and networking.
Tee time begins at 2:00 p.m. and happy hour begins at 5:00 p.m.
Find out more – Delaware Young Professionals Network 11th Annual Golf Outing

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware: 2023 Stanley's Classic
2023-05-15 | Wilmington Country Club, 4825 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19807, United States
Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, CPAs is PROUD to be a Champion for Kids Sponsor for the 2023 Boys & Girls Club of Delaware Stanley’s Classic Golf Tournament.
May 15, 2023
Wilmington Country Club
Over the past 34 years, the classic has raised more than $2 million dollars for the Greater Wilmington Boys & Girls Clubs. Proceeds from past classics have been used to
provide educational services to youth as well as to provide scholarships for kids to attend the Summer Camp program offered at Wilmington area Clubs.
More Details Here: 2023 Stanley’s Tavern Golf Classic

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Nonprofits
2023-05-15 | DE
NONPROFITS:
Form 990 filing deadline for calendar year nonprofit organizations.

2023 Delaware Salute to Service - Multiplying Good
2023-05-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Riverfront Events, 760 S Justison Street, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801
BLS CPAs is proud to be a Supporter Sponsor for Multiplying Good’s 2023 Delaware Salute to Service Event!
Event Details
Multiplying Good’s Delaware Salute to Service is Delaware’s premiere awards ceremony recognizing unsung heroes across the state. This year Delaware is celebrating the 11th Annual Delaware Salute to Service and will be Co-Chaired by Governor & Mrs. John Carney, Tatiana Copeland and Chai Gadde. Adults and youth will be awarded in multiple categories for their service to the community at this annual event. They have honored hundreds over the past decade and are so excited to share the stories of this year’s winners with you in-person at the Riverfront Events on the Wilmington Riverfront. These stories will touch and inspire you.
Multiplying Good strongly believes in the power of service to reconnect individuals to their peers and communities, empowering leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs and impactful global citizens.
Delaware Salute to Service
Thursday, May 11, 2023
6:00pm
Riverfront Events on the Wilmington Riverfront
#multiplyinggood

Delaware Bankers Association 2023 Annual Meeting & Dinner
2023-05-11 16:00 - 20:30 | DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
BLS is proud to be a wine sponsor for this event!
The Delaware Bankers Association 2023 Annual Meeting & Dinner will be held on May 11, 2023 at the Du Pont Country Club.
Dave Debusschere, COO/CFO with the Philadelphia Union will keynote. The Philadelphia Union is an innovative, forward-thinking professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer and is one of Philadelphia’s five major league sports teams.
More information can be found on the DBA events calendar.

Wilmington Flower Market
2023-05-11 - 2023-05-13 | Rockford Park, 2629 W 19th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19806, United States
BLS IS EXCITED TO BE A PERENNIAL TENT SPONSOR AT THE WILMINGTON FLOWER MARKET!

Wilmington Flower Market
May 11 – May 13, 2023
Wilmington Flower Market Inc. is a tradition, a corporation and an all volunteer fundraising organization dedicated to improving the lives of Delaware’s children.
Most Delawarean’s are familiar with this annual event, but for the volunteers, it is a year’s worth of hard work and planning, capped off by a fun-filled three-day event at Rockford Park. The dedicated volunteers of Flower Market work with one goal in mind and that is to help make children’s dreams come true. When you visit the Flower Market, you will feel the excitement. You’ll hear the ring of laughter in the air as children share their delight in all the carnival rides and games. You’ll find a large selection of plants and flowers for your garden, as well as a multitude of crafts and merchant wares for sale. As you stroll through the park and listen to live music performed on the WDEL stage, you’ll find a variety of delicious food, and meet local celebrities such as Miss Delaware. This well-known tradition is held every Mother’s Day weekend, Thursday and Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-7pm.

Estate Planning Council of Delaware: 2023 Annual Meeting
2023-05-10 17:00 - 19:30 | DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
BLS IS SPONSORING THE ESTATE PLANNING COUNCIL OF DELAWARE’S MAY ANNUAL MEETING
Topic: Annual Meeting
Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm
Location: DuPont Country Club
Speaker: Stephanie Loomis-Price
FIND OUT MORE HERE: https://www.epcdelaware.org/events/event/22742

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Individuals
2023-05-10 | DE
INDIVIDUALS:
If you received $20 or more in tips during April, report them to your employer. You can use Form 4070.

AICPA & CIMA Employee Benefit Plan Conference - 403(b) Plan Basic to Intermediate
2023-05-08 13:30 - 14:30 | DE
Maria T. Hurd, CPA, RPA will be co-presenting at the AICPA & CIMA Employee Benefit Plans Conference on May 8, 2023 from 11:30am – 12:20pm MDT. (1:30pm – 2:20pm EDT)!
AICPA & CIMA Employee Benefit Plans Conference
May 8-10, 2023
A 403(b) Plan is a tax-advantaged retirement plan designed for non-profit organizations and certain government entities. The 403(b) Plan is similar to a 401(k) Plan, although it offers several enhanced benefits, such as catch-up contributions for tenured employees. This session will discuss the basics of 403(b) Plans, their benefits and the differences between 403(b) and 401(k) plans. It will also discuss prototype documents. Describe the differences between ERISA and non-ERISA 403(b).
Learning Objectives:

Identify the types of organizations that can have a 403(b).
Distinguish the requirements for 403(b) and the difference between 401(k)
Analyze prototype documents

Maria’s session:
403(b) Plan Basics – https://agenda.aicpastore.com/sessions/ebp2304

Brewing for a Better Community
2023-04-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Carter Farm, 818 Union Church Road, Townsend, Delaware, 19734
BLS is a Silver Sponsor for Brewing for a Better Community, a collaborative fundraiser benefiting Neighborhood House.
Brewing for a Better Community is a collaborative fundraiser Benefiting the Neighborhood House, Inc. in collaboration with Volunteer Brewing, First State Brewing, Jakl Brew Works, and Crooked Hammock Brewery.
This one-of-a-kind event features locally brewed beer, live music, a country barbecue with a pig roast, hayrides, bonfire, plenty of games to play, and marshmallows to roast. It’s a night the whole family will enjoy!
All proceeds will go to support the Neighborhood House’s efforts to expand MOT youth programs, family services, and homeless prevention efforts.
Musicians Performing a mix of Americana Music (American roots music style; folk, R&B, Bluegrass, etc.).
When: Saturday, April 29 from 4 PM to 8 PM Where: Carter Farm, 818 Union Church Rd, Townsend, DE, 19734
Learn more about Brewing for a Better Community.

Better Business Bureau 58th Annual Celebration
2023-04-27 17:00 - 20:30 | DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
BLS CPAs is proud to be a President’s Sponsor for the Better Business Bureau of Delaware’s 58th Annual Awards Celebration & Silent Auction!
On April 27, 2023 BBB Delaware will honor 5 companies with their business ethics awards (Torch, Rush and Thrive). In addition to the prestigious business awards, BBB will shine a spotlight on two students with the Student Ethics Scholarship presentation.
This is great networking event and opportunity to celebrate the mission of BBB – plus a can’t miss silent auction.
Additional details can be found on the BBB of Delaware’s website.

Catholic Charities Annual Tribute Dinner (BLS is a Friend Sponsor)
2023-04-27 17:00 - 20:30 | Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison Street , Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
BLS CPAs is proud to be a Friend Sponsor of the 2023 Catholic Charities Annual Tribute Dinner!
Catholic Charities Annual Tribute Dinner
April 27, 2023 – 05:00 PM
Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington, DE
Each year, Catholic Charities honors outstanding individuals who have demonstrated a deep commitment to addressing the well-being of our communities’ most vulnerable – our own mission. They bestow upon these remarkable persons the Msgr. Thomas J. Reese Award, created in 1989 in memory of Msgr. Reese, a community activist and longtime director of Catholic Social Services, the forerunner of Catholic Charities.
For more information, click here.
