New Jersey Society of CPAs Publishes Disaster Recovery Guide as Resource for Individuals and Businesses
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October 12, 2023
ROSELAND, N.J. – As the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season still has some more punches to throw, the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) has published its updated Disaster Recovery Guide to assist individuals and businesses in New Jersey. The guide provides handy resources on what to do in the event crucial documents and identification are lost during any damage from natural disasters.
The NJCPA’s free Disaster Recovery Guide provides a list of state and federal agencies as well as up-to-date contact information for most major insurance agencies servicing New Jersey. The guide explains the necessary steps to take to avoid disaster recovery scams and how to safely replace documentation for autos, homes, mortgages or proof of marriage. It also outlines which IRS forms may provide further information.
“Natural disasters are unavoidable, but businesses and individuals in New Jersey should not feel helpless. Using resources, such as this guide, and contacting your CPA for advice should help ensure a smooth recovery in the event of a loss,” said Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM, CEO and executive director at the NJCPA.
The Disaster Recovery Guide is available online at njcpa.org/recovery or by contacting the NJCPA at 973-226-4494 or communications@njcpa.org.
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The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants, with more than 13,000 members, represents the interests of the accounting profession and advances the financial well-being of the people of New Jersey. The NJCPA plays a leadership role in supporting the profession by providing members with educational resources, access to shared knowledge and a continuing effort to create and expand professional opportunities.
The information in this guide has been gathered from many sources, including the Internal Revenue Service, the Social Security Administration, state agencies, professional organizations and members of the NJCPA. The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the majority of state agencies to offer more online and prerecorded services. Though offices have reopened after the COVID-19 shutdown, it’s best to check online or call before you visit.
Material contained within this guide should be augmented by, and used in accordance with, a certified public accountant's professional judgment. Your CPA can properly apply the tax laws and regulations to the facts and circumstances of your particular situation. For help with locating a CPA, visit findacpa.org.
The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants is not responsible for any claims arising as a result of this information or its usage.
This guide was updated in October 2023. Future users of this material are cautioned that some portions, particularly tax-related information, may become outdated.