5500 Reporting
According to the IRS and the Department of Labor, ” The Form 5500 Series form is substantial compliance, research, and disclosure tool for the Department of Labor. “Also, it’s an important disclosure document for plan participants and beneficiaries. Finally, it serves as a great source of information and data for use by other Federal agencies, Congress, and the private sector. Also, it allows the department’s vital information in assessing employee benefit, tax, and economic trends and policies.
Ignoring an organization’s compliance requirements under ERISA law carries significant risk.