IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Deductions
2022-12-31 | Delaware
Last date to make payments that can be deducted from 2022 return for cash basis taxpayer.
Last date to establish a Keogh plan or 401(k) to deduct a contribution on 2022 return.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Benefit Plans (12/31 year end)
2022-12-31 | Delaware
BENEFIT PLAN DEADLINE (12/31 year end):
Prospective amendment to add or remove safe harbor status for 2023
Prospective amendment to add an automatic enrollment to plan (QACA & EACA) (For 2023)
Required minimum distribution date under IRC 401(a)(9)
Corrective distribution for failed ADP/ACP test with 10% excise tax or QNEC contribution
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Corporations
2022-12-15 | Delaware
For calendar year corporations, deposit the fourth installment of estimated income tax for 2022. A worksheet, Form 1120-W, is available to help estimate taxes for the year.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: International
2022-12-15 | Delaware
Final extended filing deadline for individuals who requested a discretionary 2-month extension by 10/15
For additional information on these deadlines or our international services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Benefit Plans (12/31 year end)
2022-12-15 | Delaware
BENEFIT PLAN DEADLINE (12/31 year end): Extended deadline for Summary Annual Report
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

Belfint Briefing Webinar: Year End Tax Update
2022-12-06 08:30 - 10:45 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Please join Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, CPAs for our annual tax update. We will take a look at 2022 tax planning strategies and opportunities, along with any potential changes on the horizon. We will also cover the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

SEMINAR DETAILS: This webinar will be broken up into (2) sections – Individual Tax Updates and Business Tax Updates
FIRST SESSION:
INDIVIDUAL Tax Updates
WHEN:
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
8:30 – 9:30am ET
WHERE:
BLS Zoom Webinar
*Zoom details will be sent upon registration

This seminar is eligible for 1 hour of CPE!
SECOND SESSION:
BUSINESS Tax Updates
WHEN:
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
9:45 – 10:45am ET
WHERE:
BLS Zoom Webinar
*Zoom details will be sent upon registration

This seminar is eligible for 1 hour of CPE!
Presenters:
Karly Laughlin, CPA
Mike Kelly, CPA
Valerie Middlebrooks, CPA

For additional details, please contact Jenni Fleck Jones at jjones@belfint.com

University of Delaware Hen Hatch Final Round and Innovation Showcase
2022-12-01 17:00 - 21:00 | The Tower Audion & Atrium at STAR, 100 Discovery Blvd, Newark, Delaware, 19713
BLS is an In-Kind Services Sponsor of the 2022 Hen Hatch Final Round. We are excited to help these amazing students through in-kind accounting consulting hours with one of our CPAs.
Hen Hatch is the University of Delaware’s premier startup funding competition. The final round of the competition will be held on December 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Audion and Atrium at STAR campus. The top three teams from the each track will pitch their concept in front of an accomplished panel of judges. Finalists will compete for a share of a $50,000+ prize pool.
The evening will also include the 2022 University of Delaware Innovation Showcase, an exhibition of innovation projects and startup businesses. Advance registration is required.
5:00 to 5:30 p.m. Innovation Showcase
5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Hen Hatch Final Round
7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Innovation Showcase
8:00 to 8:30 p.m. Award Ceremony
8:30 to 9:00 p.m. Innovation Showcase and Networking
REGISTER FOR THE HEN HATCH FINAL ROUND

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Benefit Plans (12/31 year end)
2022-12-01 | Delaware
BENEFIT PLAN DEADLINE (12/31 year end):
Last day to distribute the 2023 Safe Harbor Notice, the Contingent Notice for 3% safe harbor contribution or the Qualified Automatic Contribution Arrangement (QACA), as applicable. Must be distributed 30-90 days prior to the start of the next plan year.
2022 Supplemental Notice for Safe Harbor plan that issued Contingent Notice at beginning of year as to whether 3% safe harbor will be made for the current year.
Qualified Default Investment Alternative (QDIA) notice for 2022.
Auto Enrollment Safe Harbor Notice for 2023. (EACA & ACA)
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

Catholic Charities Bishop's 5K
2022-11-19 08:00 - 11:00 | St. Marks High School, 2501 Pike Creek Road, Wilmington, Delaware, 19808
BLS is a Supporter Sponsor for Catholic Charities’ Bishop’s 5k Run/Walk.
The Bishops 5k supports Catholic Charities outreach efforts and helps keep its resources a viable connection to community needs, especially with the pandemic and unemployment at a high rate.
November 19
8-11am
St. Marks High School
Learn more here: https://www.ccwilm.org/events/the-bishops-5k-runwalk/

Philanthropy Day 2022 - AFP Brandywine Chapter
2022-11-15 | DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
BLS CPAs is a Bronze Sponsor for Philanthropy Day 2022 – AFP Brandywine Chapter!
November 15, 2022
Are you ready to be INSPIRED?
Where can you turn for EDUCATION?
Do you need to be more CONNECTED?
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with and learn from nonprofit professionals, funders, and other community leaders. Join AFP for a full day of thought provoking ideas, educational sessions, and an inspiring closing session.
For additional details, click here

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Nonprofits
2022-11-15 | Delaware
NONPROFITS:
Final extended Form 990 filing deadline for calendar year nonprofit organizations.
For additional information on these deadlines or to learn about our Nonprofit services, please click here to contact us.

Nine Holes Anywhere Advisors Tournament
2022-11-04 14:00 - 19:00 | Delaware
BLS CPAs is excited to be a Bronze Sponsor of the Nine Holes Anywhere Advisors Tournament. Proceeds benefit St. Michael’s School & Nursery!
Seventh Annual NINE HOLES ANYWHERE ADVISORS TOURNAMENT
Hosted by Bill Dugdale
Friday, November 4, 2022
2:00pm
Rain Date November 11
Proceeds benefit St. Michael’s School & Nursery
Learn more about Nine Holes Anywhere at: www.nineholesanywhere.com

World Trade Center of Delaware Annual Gala
2022-11-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Hotel du Pont – Gold Ballroom, 11th & Market Streets, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
BLS CPAs is proud to be a sponsor of the World Trade Center of Delaware’s Annual Gala!
The World Trade Center Delaware’s Annual Gala returns on November 3 in the Gold Ballroom of the Hotel DuPont for the first time since 2019. Celebrate the achievements of the region’s international business community and meet with our colleagues and friends in an intimate setting during the cocktail hour and dinner.
Deputy US Trade Representative Ambassador Sarah Bianchi will attend and speak, and Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester will offer greetings. Delegations will come from overseas and Emissaries travel from Washington to attend the Gala.
Learn more about the World Trade Center Delaware’s Annual Gala.
Learn more about our International Services!

45 Years of The Ministry of Caring Celebration
2022-11-03 18:00 - 20:30 | DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
BLS CPAs is proud to be an Advocate Sponsor of Ministry of Caring’s Celebration, recognizing Brother Ronald Gianonne, OFM, Cap.
Join the Ministry of Caring for an evening celebration in recognition of the 45 years Brother Ronald Gianonne, OFM, Cap. and the People of The Ministry of Caring have served the needs of the poor.
Thursday, November 3
DuPont Country Club
6:00 – Cocktails
7:00 – Dinner
For additional information, contact The Ministry of Caring.

DSCC Superstars in Business Luncheon
2022-11-02 11:00 - 13:30 | Hotel du Pont – Gold Ballroom, 11th & Market Streets, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
BLS is a Gold Sponsor for the Superstars in Business Luncheon!
BLS is looking forward to the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce 24th Annual Superstars in Business Luncheon on November 2! The Marvin S. Gilman Superstars in Business award honors businesses and nonprofits for their outstanding achievements and model approaches to business and management. Established in 1998, the awards are given annually to extraordinary businesses in honor of Marvin S. Gilman, who was a distinguished small business leader in Delaware.
Agenda:
11:15 am Registration and networking
12:00 pm Lunch
12:30 pm Keynote speaker
1:00 pm Awards presentation
1:45 pm Adjourn
For more information please visit DSCC Superstars in Business.

Fresh Start Scholarship Foundation Annual Signature Event: A Toast to Fresh Starts
2022-10-20 18:00 - 19:00 | DE, United States
BLS CPAs is honored to be a Student Sponsor for the Fresh Start Scholarship Foundation’s annual signature event: “A Toast to Fresh Starts”
The Fresh Start Scholarship Foundation is focused on improving the lives of women through the power of education. Fresh Start is a Delaware 501(c)(3) that awards scholarships to women seeking to improve themselves and their families by earning a college degree. They match scholars with mentors to support them in their academic and professional goals. Scholars have consistently earned an average GPA of 3.5! Over 70 percent of Fresh Start scholars graduate, which is outstanding for nontraditional students. Fresh Start is an all volunteer organization funded entirely through the generosity of individuals, past graduates, foundations and businesses that support women’s empowerment.
Date & Time: Thursday, October 20th, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Location: University & Whist Club
For more information, visit freshstartscholarship.org

Goldey-Beacom College - 2022 Fall Career Fair
2022-10-19 15:00 - 17:00 | 4701 limestone road Wilmington DE 19808, 4701 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE, 19808, United States
Are you an accounting major at GBC looking to start your career with a Top Workplace? Are you looking for a 2023 Summer Internship? Join us for Goldey-Beacom College’s 2022 Fall Career Fair and connect with us to learn more about BLS, our Summer Internship Program, Externship program, and Staff Accountant positions.
Additional Details can be found at GBC’s Career Center.

2022 Delaware Trust Conference - BLS is a Bronze Sponsor
2022-10-18 - 2022-10-19 | Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison Street , Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
BLS is a Bronze Sponsor of the 2022 Delaware Trust Conference!
2022 Delaware Trust Conference
October 18 & 19, 2022
The 17th annual Delaware Trust Conference features a stellar lineup of the nation’s top trust, legal, and wealth management experts. Hear the most up-to-date information on maximizing the benefits derived from utilizing Delaware trusts for estate planning.
Find out more here: 2022 Delaware Trust Conference
Learn about our Estate & Trust Services

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Corporations
2022-10-17 | Delaware
File a 2021 calendar year income tax return (Form 1120) and pay any tax, interest, and penalties due. This due date applies only if you timely requested an automatic 6-month extension. Otherwise, see April 18, earlier.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Individuals
2022-10-17 | Delaware
If you have an automatic 6-month extension to file your income tax return for 2021, file Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR and pay any tax, interest, and penalties due.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: International
2022-10-15 | Delaware
Final deadline for filing automatically extended 2021 FinCEN 114.
Discretionary 2-month additional extension of time to file until December 15, 2022 is available for individuals who are out of the country. A letter explaining the reasons for this request must be filed.
Final extended deadline for Foreign-owned U.S. disregarded entities who must paper file a pro-forma Form 1120 with Forms 5472 attached.
For additional information on these deadlines or our international services and tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Benefit Plans (12/31 year end)
2022-10-15 | Delaware
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 extended
Form 8955-SSA – Annual registration statement identifying separated participants with deferred vested benefits, if extended
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

2022 Easterseals Delaware & Maryland's Eastern Shore Annual Celebration
2022-10-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Winterthur, 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19735, United States
BLS is very excited to be a Dignity Sponsor for Easterseals 2022 Annual Celebration – An Evening with Easterseals!
The “Because of Easterseals” celebration is where families served by Easterseals will share personal stories of how their lives have been impacted by Easterseals’ services. Easterseals continues to lead the way to enhance quality of life and expand local access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities.
Find out more at https://www.easterseals.com/de/

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Deductions
2022-10-01 | Delaware
Last day to establish a SIMPLE IRA for 2022 contribution deductions.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Trusts
2022-10-01 | Delaware
Must file a completed 2022 tax return if a 5-1/2-month extension was filed in April.
For additional information on these deadlines or our estate and trust services and tax services, please click here to contact us.

Accounting and Finance Career Fair - Cabrini University
2022-09-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Cabrini University, 610 King of Prussia Rd, Wayne, 19087, United States
Join us for Cabrini University’s 2022 “Accounting and Finance Career” event. Connect with us to learn about our 2023 Summer Internship Program.
September 30th
9am – 12pm

If you would like to reach out to our college recruiter before the event, please contact Jenni Fleck Jones at jjones@belfint.com.

To learn more about Cabrini University, visit https://www.cabrini.edu/

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Benefit Plans (12/31 year end)
2022-09-30 | Delaware
BENEFIT PLAN DEADLINE (12/31 year end):
Summary Annual Report (SAR). Later of nine months after close of plan year or two months after due date of Form 5500. The extended due date is December 15.
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

Rowan University - 2022 Accounting, Finance, and MIS Expo
2022-09-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Rowan University, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ, 08028, United States
Join us for Rowan University’s 2022 Accounting, Finance, and MIS Expo event. If you are an accounting major looking for a great place to start your career or intern, connect with us to learn about our 2023 Summer Internship Program.
Rowan Accounting & Finance Expo
Thursday, September 29, 2022, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Check out additional information HERE.

Wilmington University - 2022 Meet the Firms Virtual Fair
2022-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Delaware
Are you an accounting major at Wilmington University looking for a 2023 Summer Internship? Don’t miss “Meet the Firms” and be sure to tune in to learn more about BLS and our internship and Staff Accountant positions. We hope to see you there!
Additional details can be found at Wilmington University’s Career Webpage.

2022 Delaware Networking Station (DSCC & BBB)
2022-09-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison Street , Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
BLS CPAs is a Bronze Sponsor for the 2022 Delaware Networking Station hosted by the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau of Delaware!
2022 DELAWARE NETWORKING STATION

Thursday, September 22, 2022 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST

Join us for the Delaware Networking Station – Your Business Connection Destination. The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau of Delaware are partnering for our annual joint tabletop mixer at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. Network with more than 100 exhibitors and 500 attendees. You have the opportunity to get in front of hundreds of new contacts and prospects during the largest business to business tabletop event in Delaware. It is FREE to attend.

Additional information can be found here: https://web.dscc.com/events/2022-Delaware-Networking-Station-2803/details
