2022 Update on the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is an incentive for employers who faced declining revenues or experienced disruptions to their businesses due to government-imposed restrictions during 2020 and 2021. Businesses and certain not-for-profit organizations that continued to pay employees during these challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic can still qualify for the ERC, and many recipients are receiving cash refunds.

Martin Karamon, the leader of the Firm’s ERC team, provides insights into selecting an ERC service provider and explains how these services may vary between CPA firms and boutique agencies. Brooks and Sarah follow up with questions about eligibility for ERC in various industries, what has changed from claiming credits in 2020 vs. 2021, and the future for the ERC in 2022 and beyond.


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Brooks E. Nelson

Tax Services

Partner, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC

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Sarah McGregor

Tax Services

Director, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC

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Martin Karamon

Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory Leader

Partner, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC

Past Episodes

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February 10, 2025

20:36

Speakers: Brooks E. Nelson, Sarah McGregor, William W. Billips, Lisa Macri

Stay ahead of tax reporting changes with insights on ASC 740, ASU 2023-09, tax reconciliation, and financial statement disclosure requirements.

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November 7, 2024

22:13

Speakers: Brooks E. Nelson, Sarah McGregor, Martin Karamon

Learn about the ERC's voluntary disclosure program, IRS moratorium, and how employers can navigate claim eligibility and refund processing changes.

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September 17, 2024

11:45

Speakers: Christopher J. Truitt, Martin Karamon, William W. Billips

Learn how transferable energy tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act offer private equity funds new tax planning opportunities and innovative deal structuring.