Specialised Accountants for Charities

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Supporting your charity accounting needs

Spend more time making a difference in your not-for-profit

We help charities make a positive impact on the world. We get that you’re focused on making a difference and don’t want to get bogged down in the number-crunching and finances. That’s where we come in!

Start discovering how our accounting services can support your charity’s growth with our charity accounting services.

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We know the difference. Not all accountants do.

Understanding what makes non-profit accounting different from other businesses is critical.

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Always adapting to any issues that arise and ensuring that the job is done right has removed a significant weight off our shoulders.


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Our expertise in charity accounting means our accountants are well-versed in the intricacies of charity accounting, including compliance with the latest regulations and reporting standards. We have a proven track record of assisting charities of all sizes and types.

We recognise that every charitable organisation has its own financial goals and challenges. Our services are customised to address your specific needs, ensuring your financial strategy aligns perfectly with your mission.

Income

For most businesses, there’s only one type of sale but a charity’s donations are affected by factors like gift aid and intended purpose. This makes recording your income more challenging. Despite the differences, recording your charity’s income accurately and on time is just as important as it is for other business types - if not, more!

Budgeting

For a charity, there are fewer expectations attached to a donation so often less care is taken to minimise spending. Charities don’t usually budget as well as other businesses but they should. Take care of your donations as if they were your own finances and you’ll be better off for it. As your charity accountants, we offer invaluable advice to help you achieve this.

Funds

An important distinction to make when accounting for charities is the intended purpose of donations. You need to be clearer about what a donation will be used for to avoid confusion. This is a difference we call restricted vs unrestricted funds. We can help you flag any changes to make if you’re not categorising funds properly as your charity’s accountants.

Reporting

While other businesses now benefit from a new, streamlined registration process, most charities must follow the old one. Unless you’re CIO-registered, this means you probably have to report to both Companies House and The Charity Commission. As they use different report criteria - you need to create two reports. We make reporting simple and quick to minimise stress and time.

Software

Accounting software isn’t made for charities and trust us, we’ve tried to make it work. Unfortunately, this makes our job a bit more difficult but it’s a challenge we’ve overcome time and time again. With our app ecosystem, we can custom-build a system that works for you. There aren’t many accountants for charities that can give you such an in-depth software package.

Making it easier to run your organisation

At Finance Box, we’re passionate about helping charities achieve their goals.

Our team is dedicated to providing charity accounting services for all your charities needs. From automating mundane processes, digitizing accounts, and handling your books, we can help you streamline your operations and get back to your core competencies.

Additionally, we can assist you in taking steps towards paperless operations as part of our effort to provide holistic and sustainable support for your charity.

Let us help you for a change.

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Experience the Finance Box Difference

At Finance Box, we understand that charity accounting is more than just numbers; it's about making a difference in the world. Our team is dedicated to supporting your charitable organisation in achieving its goals through sound financial management.

When you choose Finance Box as your accountants for charities, you're choosing a partner who is committed to your mission. Let us handle the financial intricacies while you focus on making a positive impact in your community and beyond.

Contact us today to learn more about our specialised charity accounting services and how we can help your charity thrive. Together, we'll make a meaningful difference in the world.

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