E-NEWS April 2026
Accounting & Financial Management Systems
Spring 2026 · Quarterly Newsletter
Join Us for the 2026 Spring Regional Training Event 01
Are you looking to maximize the efficiency of your financial operations? Join the GMS team in Baltimore this spring for a comprehensive, two-day intensive training event designed to help you master the GMS Accounting and Financial Management Reporting System.
Led by GMS experts Marshelle Elliott and Jill Siewert, this event offers a deep dive into the software features that drive your daily success — ideal for Fiscal Directors, Accountants, and all daily GMS users.
Agenda Highlights:
- Day 1: Complete system overview, Accounts Payable optimization, and Payroll processing best practices.
- Day 2: Advanced monthly processing, year-end closing, cost allocation, and audit preparation.
Registration Includes:
- Full two-day training with hosted meals
- Discounted parking & fitness center access
- 50% supplement credit through June 30, 2026
- Special hotel rate: $199.00/night
Space is limited. Cancellations made after April 20, 2026 are nonrefundable.
Enhance Your RLSS Experience with Add-Ons 02
RLSS includes a strong suite of built-in reports and tools to help you manage and administer your loans — but you can take your capabilities even further with RLSS Add-Ons.
These optional enhancements allow you to:
- Create five-year financial projections
- Generate Confirmation Letters for audits
- Produce Credit Bureau reports
- Prepare invoices and much more
To explore available Add-Ons, open Help → Supplement Catalog in RLSS.
Review the Supplement Catalog today to discover how RLSS Add-Ons can improve your reporting and workflow.
IRS FIRE System Is Retiring — Transition to IRIS Now 03
A major change is coming for information returns: the IRS is retiring the FIRE system after the 2026 tax year. IRIS will become the exclusive platform for filing information returns.
Why Register for an IRIS TCC Today?
- Processing time: Up to 45 business days
- Authentication: Requires IRS ID.me verification
Register for IRIS and apply for your TCC without delay to ensure your organization is fully prepared.
Notice of Upcoming Updates 04
We at GMS are currently reviewing and updating the terms for our Service and Support Department. As part of this review, we are also evaluating our pricing structure, including enhancements made to select supplements within the GMS Accounting and Financial Management Systems.
We plan that price adjustments will become effective July 1.
These updates have not yet been completed. Once complete, full details will be communicated via email. We appreciate your continued partnership and support.
Our team stays committed to enhancing the GMS software while development of our web‑based applications continues for both GMS Accounting and Financial Management Systems and GMS Revolving Loan Servicing Software.
GMS Holidays This Quarter 05
April 3 — Good Friday / GMS Team Member Day Closed
May 25 — Memorial Day
