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7 Questions to Ask a Nonprofit Accountant

The Charity CFO

That’s why it’s so important to know what to look for in a nonprofit accountant. The next step is to ask your potential nonprofit accountant a few questions to see if they’d be a good fit for your organization. Here are seven questions to ask a nonprofit accountant before working with them.

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The 5-Minute Guide to Nonprofit Finances

The Charity CFO

It’s a myth that all stakeholders need to be experts in every aspect of nonprofit finances. Even on nonprofit financial committees, some members may be skilled in accounting, others in banking, and others in investing or financial analysis. Because the basics of nonprofit finances are easy to grasp. .

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Nonprofit Finances: A Quick Guide for Nonprofit Growth

Nonprofit Megaphone

Considering these budgets separately takes into account some of the intricacies of nonprofit accounting like restricted funds. This statement provides a snapshot of your organization’s financial health and you can base some important calculations based on the numbers in it.

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How to Manage Payroll for Your Staff: A Nonprofit Guide

Top Nonprofits

Despite their tax-exempt status, nonprofits must still follow certain tax requirements when managing staff payroll, such as filing Form 990. According to Double the Donation’s nonprofit accounting guide , nonprofits must also issue Form 1099 to contract workers who are paid at least $600 for their services.

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What is Financial Forecasting and Why Does it Matter to Nonprofits?

The Charity CFO

By projecting revenues and expenses, nonprofits can develop realistic budgets that align more closely with their goals and priorities. Strategic Planning Nonprofits can also use financial forecasts to gain insights into the future financial health and sustainability of the organization. Get in touch with our team today.

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Opportunity! Nonprofit Communications Jobs

Getting Attention

Please post YOUR nonprofit marketing job here: Featuring jobs with nonprofit organizations, grantmakers, B Corps, and agencies and other vendors serving nonprofits. Account Coordinator, Digital Fenton Communications (Washington, DC). Business Development Manager Nonprofit Finance Fund (New York, NY).

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Reports Board Members Want: A CFO’s Perspective

Non Profit Accounting Academy

She earned a master’s degree in Accounting and her CPA license (now lapsed) in the 80’s. Her focus is on sharing with nonprofit finance directors her lessons learned from 25 years of on-the-job training. He was semi-retired, coming from an executive position in a regional health care facility.

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