Darnall, Sikes & Frederick CPAs

10/16/2026

𝘍𝘳𝘢𝘶𝘥 𝘍𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺, written by shareholder Kyle P. Saltzman, CPA, CFE, shares real-world cases every other Friday to help organizations recognize risks and strengthen controls.

A recent case details how a trusted bookkeeper was able to steal nearly $1.5 million from a family-owned business over several years before the scheme was uncovered. One of the key warning signs? Limited access to payroll and financial records and reluctance to answer questions.

Strong internal controls, segregation of duties and transparency can help organizations detect problems before they become costly losses.

👉 Read the full story here: https://loom.ly/REmRyUQ

10/15/2026

Another deadline down, and the smiles say it all! 🎉

Shoutout to our Abbeville team for their hard work, commitment and positive attitude throughout the busy season. Thank you for all you do to support our clients and one another.

10/15/2026

Tax deadline day is always a little sweeter with fried chicken, ice cream and plenty of smiling faces! 🍗🍦☺️

As we work through another filing deadline, our Lafayette office took a moment to enjoy some well-deserved treats and celebrate the incredible team behind the work. Their dedication, long hours and commitment to serving others make all the difference, not just during tax season, but all year long.

A heartfelt thank you to our clients for the trust you place in us. We're grateful for the opportunity to serve you and be part of your success.

And to our team, thank you for your hard work, professionalism and perseverance throughout the season. Today, we celebrate you!

10/14/2026

Giving back to the communities we serve is at the heart of who we are!

DSF was proud to sponsor the Meals on Wheels program and attend the 2026 Pink & Gold Gala benefiting the Vermilion Council on Aging .

Thank you to everyone who helps make a difference in the lives of seniors throughout Vermilion Parish through these important programs and services!

10/13/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟐𝟎𝟎 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦!

Our Morgan City team recently took time to celebrate an exciting firmwide milestone: Darnall, Sikes & Frederick being named a 2026 IPA Top 200 Firm by Inside Public Accounting.

This achievement is a reflection of our team's dedication, the trust of our clients and business partners, and the continued support of the communities we proudly serve.

We're grateful for our Morgan City team and proud to celebrate this exciting milestone together!

10/09/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝗖𝗣𝗔 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲!

From her start as an intern in our Abbeville office to becoming a Partner at DSF, Jenifer's career has been rooted in serving the people and businesses of Vermilion Parish. We're proud to see her recognized and thankful for the leadership and dedication she brings to clients across both our Abbeville and Lafayette offices.

Be sure to check out the full Acadiana Profile Magazine article to learn more about the experiences, values, and hometown connections that continue to drive Jenifer's success.

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For Jenifer Marcial, CPA, at Darnall Sikes & Frederick, accounting is about far more than numbers. It’s about understanding clients’ goals.

10/08/2026

Darnall, Sikes & Frederick is proud to support 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐞 and the Abbeville Main Street Program. Join us next Thursday, October 15, at Magdalen Square for delicious jambalaya served up by our team and live music from The Fa-Tras!

We hope to see you in the heart of downtown Abbeville, a community DSF has been proud to serve and be part of for generations!

10/07/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟐𝟎𝟎 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦!

Our Eunice office recently joined in celebrating Darnall, Sikes & Frederick being named a 2026 IPA Top 200 Firm by Inside Public Accounting.

We’re proud to share this achievement with our Eunice team and grateful for the clients, business partners and community members who continue to support DSF.

A sweet way to celebrate an exciting achievement for Team DSF!

10/06/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝟏𝟎𝟗𝟗-𝐊 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰

Will recent tax law changes affect the tax forms you receive from Venmo, PayPal, online marketplaces, and other payment platforms?

In our latest staff blog, 𝐄𝐦𝐦𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 explains how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) changed Form 1099-K reporting requirements and backup withholding rules for third-party payment networks.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:
• The Form 1099-K reporting threshold has been restored to more than $20,000 in payments and more than 200 transactions annually.
• Many taxpayers may receive fewer Forms 1099-K than in recent years.
• All taxable income must still be reported, whether or not a Form 1099-K is issued.
• The law also updates when backup withholding applies to third-party payment transactions.

Whether you're a business owner, independent contractor, gig worker, or occasional online seller, understanding these changes can help you stay compliant and avoid surprises at tax time.

👉 Read the full article to learn how these changes may affect you and your tax reporting obligations: https://loom.ly/fgMbjR0

10/05/2026

👑 𝐀 𝐑𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐎𝐰𝐧! 👑

Please join us in celebrating intern 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐧 on being named 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 University of Louisiana at Lafayette 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠!

In addition to the time he spends with DSF, Grayson is actively involved on campus and is well known for his leadership, involvement, and school spirit. We are proud to see him receive this well-deserved honor.

We also congratulate Emily Lamkin, who was named Homecoming Queen, and extend our best wishes to all members of the 2026 Homecoming Court. Being selected to represent the University during Homecoming is a testament to the impact these students have made on campus and in the community.

Congratulations, Grayson! We are excited to celebrate this achievement with you and look forward to all the great things ahead.