Higher Education
We are reaching new heights.
Higher education is facing many unique challenges, such as additional regulation, unfunded compliance costs, and market competition. We believe that your focus should be on serving your students and carrying out your mission, and we’re here to support you in doing so.
Our specialized team actively monitors both the Financial Accounting Standards Board and the Government Accounting Standards Board and is in constant communication when changes arise. Our audit services go beyond simply complying with a requirement. We treat each engagement as a chance to explore innovative opportunities for your institution to continue to achieve success.
Whether you’re looking to comply with new regulations, trying to get a handle on risk management, or need help with IT security and assessments, we will help your institution reach new heights.
Services Overview
Consulting Services
- Implementation of new audit and accounting standards
- Benchmarking
- Improved tracking of restricted resources
- Bond issue analysis
- Consulting on budget preparations
- Cost allocation between funds and programs
- Identification of best practices resulting from form 990
- Financing alternatives
- Corporate sponsorship and royalty transactions
- Structuring of transactions between related entities
- Accounting and financial reporting systems design and interpretation
- Internal control process review
- Arbitrage rebate calculation
Tax Planning and Preparation
- Unrelated business income planning
- Exempt status consulting
- Information return preparation
Forms 990, 990-T, and 5500
Audit and Assurance Services
- Financial
- A-133
- Financial aid audits
- 403(b) plans
IT Advisory and Consulting Services
- IT audit
- Cyber security
Other As-Needed Management Consulting Projects
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Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors studying accounting, Blue & Co.'s Jumpstart Summer Leadership Program is your opportunity to learn about the different career paths available, meet Blue leaders, network with your peers, and so much more.![]()
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This expenses paid program will take place in Cincinnati, OH, June 24th & 25th.![]()
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To learn more and apply, head over to hubs.la/Q02XvrLT0!
Blue & Co., LLC, a top-60 accounting and advisory firm based in Carmel, IN is expanding into Detroit, MI. Effective November 1, 2024, Mellen, Smith, and Pivoz, PLC (MS&P) will join the firm and become the first geographic expansion into the Detroit, Michigan market. ![]()
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“We are excited to announce that MS&P will be joining Blue & Co.,” said Brad Shaw, managing director of Blue & Co., “Expanding into a new market like Michigan is a pivotal step for our firm. The combination of Blue and MS&P represents a union of two like-minded firms that shares the same core values and commitment to strategic growth, client service and a people-centric culture. We are excited to get started and are confident that our combined resources will drive significant value and success for both our clients and our people.”![]()
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Blue & Co. will be adding more than 20 employees from MS&P with expertise in federal, state, and multinational tax planning and compliance, business valuation, and consulting services. ![]()
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To read the full announcement, please visit our website at hubs.la/Q02WCK8-0.
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