Auditors and assets
In most Australian states, incorporated associations are required to have their accounts audited…
Finance for treasurers
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Budgeting for treasurers
Budgeting is simply the process of planning your organisation's finances for a specified period,…
Financial management and your community group
In a not-for-profit organisation the board or committee of management is ultimately responsible for…
Financial Obligations for Not-for-Profit Organisations in Australia
Not-for-profit (NFP) organisations in Australia are subject to financial obligations that vary by…
Glossary of financial terms
The glossary of financial terms has been developed to give quick access to definitions of some of…
Keeping the books
The terms 'bookkeeping' and 'accounting' are often used interchangeably, but they have different…
Nailing the treasurer's report
Whether you're a veteran or have just recently been appointed treasurer of your not-for-profit…
Record-keeping for treasurers
A computer system is not a substitute for paper records. Make sure you keep a hard copy audit trail…
Articles
Charity sector revenue hits record high as demand keeps growing
Posted on 04 Jun 2025
A cost-of-living fuelled surge in demand for help from struggling Australians has helped spark…
Productivity matters!
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
We need to push back against the idea that we are less productive if we are healthier, better…
Ombudsman confirms sector child support concerns
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
The peak advocacy group for single mothers has welcomed a report by the Commonwealth Ombudsman…
Charity sector and government join forces to build social housing solutions
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
Construction will begin in Queensland this week on a social and affordable housing project that's a…
Sector calls for energy relief for disadvantaged Australians
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
Sector organisations have called for federal government action to protect disadvantaged Australians…
Generosity key to saving the planet: report
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
Philanthropy is playing a critical role in Australia’s climate, energy and economic transformation,…
Uni students put people with disability on the map
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
A new app developed by a not-for-profit start-up is helping people with disabilities to easily…
People with Purpose: Strengthening the ethical foundations of the nation
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
Individual differences and even occasional conflicts at work do not constitute a crisis but are a…
Checklists
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Making sure your annual report is complete
Once you have completed your annual report, use the following checklist to make sure you haven't…
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Preparing for bequests
Use this checklist to help determine if your organisation is ready to establish a wills/bequests…
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Treasurer's checklist: Can your group be trusted with money?
If you're asking for grants, you have to be able to guarantee you can handle the money. The…
Policies
Budget Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for overseeing the budget of the organisation and for ensuring that the…
Delegations Policy
This policy sets out the circumstances under which the Board may delegate its responsibilities.…
Financial Controls Policy
Finances and financial transactions, including credit cards, cheques, and petty cash, if properly…
Fraud Risk Management Policy
If you've come looking for this policy we're sorry to say that it's in need of a service, and…
Investment Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for ensuring that the organisation operates within a responsible,…
Reimbursement Policy
Staff or volunteers may on occasion be required to pay expenses consequent on their employment out…