Auditors and assets
In most Australian states, incorporated associations are required to have their accounts audited…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
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…
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…
Record-keeping for treasurers
A computer system is not a substitute for paper records. Make sure you keep a hard copy audit trail…
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Reviewing your bank
Whether you're choosing a banking partner for your organisation, or have been with your current…
Risk management for treasurers
A risk is any event or action that harms your organisation's reputation or your ability to achieve…
Articles
Why defeating scammers is not a task for individuals
Posted on 02 Oct 2024
Collective action against excessive greed and unethical behaviour by vested interests has never…
Sector struggling to help people in need: report
Posted on 01 Oct 2024
Charities are being placed under increasing pressure as the cost-of-living crisis drives a surge in…
People with Purpose: Investing in making an impact
Posted on 01 Oct 2024
As a not-for-profit leader with decades of experience, the CEO of Impact Investing Australia, David…
50 not out: celebrating half a century of community broadcasting
Posted on 01 Oct 2024
David James remembers the first words he spoke into the microphone as Australia’s inaugural FM…
Charity fraud cases highlight risks to sector's reputation
Posted on 01 Oct 2024
Maintaining public trust is a crucial element in the ability of charities and not-for-profits to…
Podcast: Keeping the volunteer flame burning in rural and regional Australia
Posted on 27 Sep 2024
Community organisations and the volunteers who largely run them are the glue that holds many…
Awards a chance to make an impact
Posted on 25 Sep 2024
Australia’s leading social impact measurement awards have a new look in their 10th year.
Tax office accused of sidelining sector on ATO website
Posted on 25 Sep 2024
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is under fire for making it harder for charities and…
Checklists
Five financial questions for not-for-profits
Knowing how to assess an organisation's finances is something that many people without accounting…
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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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Nailing the treasurer's report
Whether you're a veteran or have just recently been appointed treasurer of your not-for-profit…
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Preparing for bequests
Use this checklist to help determine if your organisation is ready to establish a wills/bequests…
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…