Audit Checklist:  Keeping it Smooth

Audit Checklist: Keeping it Smooth

SUMMARY:  A nonprofit audit checklist helps organizations prepare for financial audits by organizing key documents such as financial statements, tax filings, and internal control policies. It ensures the audit process is smooth, promotes transparency, and reassures...
The Role of a Financial Committee

The Role of a Financial Committee

SUMMARY:  A financial committee ensures an organization’s financial health through budget oversight, internal controls, and long-term planning. However, they can become ineffective due to a lack of financial expertise, irregular meetings, over-reliance on leadership,...
Understanding Business Co-Ops

Understanding Business Co-Ops

SUMMARY An ideal image to describe a business cooperative would depict a diverse group of individuals working together collaboratively. This could include people sitting around a table engaged in a discussion, working together on a project, or participating in a...
Financial Reviews: CFO, CEO, or Director

Financial Reviews: CFO, CEO, or Director

SUMMARY Conducting thorough financial reviews before onboarding or after the departure of a CEO, CFO, or Director is essential for maintaining financial integrity and ensuring a smooth leadership transition. These reviews help identify discrepancies, ensure compliance...