Publications

NSAC provides a variety of training sessions, publications, and research tools to enhance the professional competence of its members and improve the level of service they can offer cooperatives.

The Cooperative Accountant is a quarterly technical journal, distributed to members, featuring timely and useful information on cooperative tax, accounting, finance, and economic issues.
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The Tax Library provides members with easy access to a searchable database of IRS administrative rules and rulings and court cases concerning tax treatment of cooperatives.
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Welcome to Cooperatives is a publication that provides a basic explanation of how cooperatives are organized and operated, including equity management and tax treatment. It is a must read for new employees without a background in cooperatives.
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Membership Handbook provides an overview of the many publications, benefits, programs and structure of NSAC. This guide includes information on how to order extra items and how to find out more about all benefits available to members.
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Upcoming Events

NSAC 2026 Knowledge Exchange
December 7 - 8, 2026

NSAC 2026 Knowledge Exchange

What is the Knowledge Exchange? Not a Conference. Not a Presentation. More than a Roundtable. Have you ever sat in a conference session wishing you could ask a follow-up question directly related to your cooperative? Wondered how other cooperatives are addressing the same challenge you’re facing? Or wished you could hear what industry experts would say about your situation? That’s exactly what the NSAC Knowledge Exchange is ...

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Behavioral Ethics: Navigating Ethical Decisions, Fraud Risks, and Professional Responsibility
August 12, 2026

Behavioral Ethics: Navigating Ethical Decisions, Fraud Risks, and Professional Responsibility

Ethics and integrity are the foundation of the accounting profession and essential to maintaining the trust placed in financial professionals and cooperatives. This 60-minute session explores how accounting and finance professionals can navigate ethical dilemmas, regulatory responsibilities, and fraud risks in today’s evolving business environment. Through real-world case studies and practical discussion, participants will examine the ...

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Working with Cooperative Boards: Supporting Better Governance Insights and Outcomes
August 19, 2026

Working with Cooperative Boards: Supporting Better Governance Insights and Outcomes

Cooperative boards are most effective when directors have the information, context, and perspective needed to stay focused on their governance role. This session will examine why boards sometimes become inefficient or get off course, and how management leaders and professionals who work with boards can communicate expertise in ways that improve understanding, strengthen judgment, and support better board outcomes..

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