# WhippleWood CPAs

> Audit, assurance, and advisory firm based in Denver and Littleton, Colorado. WhippleWood CPAs serves CFOs, controllers, and audit committees with financial statement audits, benefit plan audits, peer review, PCAOB compliance, and consulting services.

WhippleWood operates as an Alternative Practice Structure — two legally distinct entities under one brand. This site (whipplewoodcpas.com) covers assurance, audits, benefit plan audits, and peer review. The sister site (whipplewood.com) covers business consulting, tax, accounting, and fractional CFO services.

## Assurance

- [Assurance](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/assurance/): Gain confidence in your financial reporting with assurance services from WhippleWood CPAs. Audits, reviews, and attestation in Denver.
- [Financial Audits](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/financial-audits/): Independent audit opinions for Denver businesses—ensure your financial statements comply with GAAS and meet lender, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements.
- [Benefit Plan Audits](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/benefit-plan-audits/): ERISA audits for 401(k) and 403(b) plans in Denver and Colorado. AICPA Quality Center member delivering efficient, deadline-driven benefit plan audits.
- [Financial Compilation & Review](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/financial-compilation-review/): Need CPA-prepared financial statements? WhippleWood CPAs provides compilation and review services to improve reporting clarity, support financing needs, and build stakeholder confidence.
- [Peer Review](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/peer-review/): Peer review services for CPA firms, system and engagement reviews with a collegial, standards-focused approach to meet AICPA and state board requirements and strengthen quality control.
- [PCAOB Registered](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/pcaob-registered/): PCAOB-registered audit firm bringing public company standards to private businesses preparing for IPO, M&A, or major growth—PCAOB-quality audits without Big 4 overhead.

## Consulting

- [Forensic Accounting](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/forensic-accounting/): Expert forensic accounting and fraud investigation from WhippleWood CPAs. CPA-certified analysis and litigation support for Denver businesses.
- [Consulting](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/consulting/): Strategic advisory for business transactions, solvency analysis, and financial consulting from WhippleWood CPAs in Denver.
- [Business Valuations](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/services/consulting/business-valuations/): Independent business valuations for financial reporting, litigation, and compliance. CPA-certified valuation professionals in Denver.

## Industries

- [Nonprofit organizations](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/nonprofit-accounting/): Audit and assurance for Colorado nonprofit organizations. A-133 single audits, compliance reporting, and board-ready financials.
- [Auto Dealership](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/auto-dealership/): Audit and assurance for Colorado auto dealerships. Inventory attestation, compliance reporting, and financial statement reviews.
- [Real Estate And Construction](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/real-estate-and-construction/): Audit and assurance for Colorado construction and real estate firms. WIP attestation, bond compliance, and financial statement audits.
- [Energy](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/energy/): Audit and assurance for Colorado oil & gas and energy companies. Regulatory compliance, royalty attestation, and financial reporting.
- [Hospitality](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/hospitality/): Audit and assurance for Colorado restaurants, hotels, and franchise operators. Compliance reporting, financial attestation, and operational audits.
- [Franchisees And Franchisors](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/franchisees-and-franchisors/): Audit and assurance for Colorado franchisees and franchisors. FDD compliance, financial attestation, and regulatory reporting.
- [Healthcare & Wellness](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/healthcare-and-wellness/): Audit and assurance for Colorado healthcare and wellness organizations. Regulatory compliance, financial attestation, and risk assessment.
- [Manufacturing & Distribution](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/industries/manufacturing-and-distribution/): Audit and assurance for Colorado manufacturers and distributors. Inventory attestation, compliance reporting, and financial reviews.

## About

- [About Us](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/about/): Firm history and overview
- [Our Team](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/about/team/): Meet our professionals
- [Careers](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/careers/): Career opportunities at WhippleWood
- [Contact Us](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/contact/): Office location and contact information

## Insights

- [Benefit Plan Audit Readiness: What Plan Sponsors Must Prepare](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/benefit-plan-audit-readiness/): Retirement plan audit required for 100+ participants? Learn Form 5500 deadlines, the 80–120 rule, common audit issues, and how to prepare faster.
- [Financial Statement Services: Preparation, Compilation, Review and Audit Explained](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/preparation-compilation-review-audit-comparison/): Understand the key differences between preparation, audit, review, and compilation services. Learn which CPA financial statement service fits your business needs and budget.
- [Nonprofit Audit Requirements: A Complete Guide](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/nonprofit-audit-requirements/): Learn nonprofit audit requirements with our comprehensive guide covering audit types, legal triggers, and step-by-step tips to boost accountability and transparency.
- [DOL Opens Door to Alternative Assets in Retirement Plans](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/dol-opens-door-to-alternative-assets-in-retirement-plans/): Find out more about the Trump Administration's efforts to allow alternative asset investments in 401k and other plans - 401k Plan audits.
- [Roth Catch-Up Contributions: 2026 Rule Guide for CPAs](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/essentials-of-the-new-roth-catch-up-contribution-rule/): Prepare for the 2026 Roth catch-up rule: See who it affects, plan sponsor action steps, and Secure 2.0 law updates. WhippleWood CPAs can help.
- [SECURE Act 2.0 Provisions Effective in 2025](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/secure-act-2-0-in-2025/): Learn about the various provisions of the SECURE Act 2.0 which become effective in 2025 including higher catch up limits - Denver CPA.
- [IRS and DOL Employee Benefit Plan Correction Programs Guide](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/guide-benefit-correction-plans/): Correct benefit plan errors with IRS EPCRS and DOL VFCP programs. WhippleWood CPAs guide you through compliance and penalty reduction.
- [Understanding Charity Navigator’s Rating System](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/insights/charity-navigators-rating-system/): Understand Charity Navigator's rating system and improve your nonprofit's financial health. Expert CPA guidance on IRS Form 990 compliance.

## Full content

- [llms-full.txt](https://whipplewoodcpas.com/llms-full.txt): Complete service descriptions, team bios, FAQ, and recent insights