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
The Cooperative COMPASS 2026
NSAC is headed to Music City!We’re thrilled to announce that The Cooperative COMPASS—pointing accounting, tax, and finance professionals in the co-op industry towards an extraordinary educational and networking experience—is coming to Nashville, Tennessee, May 4–6, 2026, in partnership with NSAC’s Atlantic Chapter. Set against the backdrop of live music, Southern hospitality, and a city that knows how to mix ...
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Last In First Out, The What, Why and How
Join us for an insightful Cooperative Learning Network (CLN) webinar focused on the fundamentals of Last In, First Out (LIFO) inventory accounting from a tax perspective. Specifically, you’ll learn what is LIFO, why you might or might not want to adopt LIFO and how it works. This session is ideal for accounting professionals in cooperatives seeking to strengthen their knowledge of inventory accounting methods and their tax implications.
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NSAC 2025 Far Western and Pacific Northwest Annual Meeting
SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the 2025 Far Western and Pacific Northwest Annual Meeting, taking place July 16–18, 2025, in vibrant Seattle, Washington. Designed for cooperative tax and accounting professionals, this conference offers an exceptional blend of education and networking opportunities. Expand your expertise with informative sessions and workshops, earn CPE credits, all while connecting with professionals in your local area.
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