Nonprofit Resources
What Would Happen if Your Organization Was Hacked?
January 13, 2017 - Cyber attacks are a significant and growing risk and nonprofits, regardless of size, are not immune. Do you know what to do if your organization’s information systems or data are compromised?
Top Cybersecurity Myths and How to Overcome Them
The number of cyber breaches and incidents is skyrocketing, and that pattern will continue. So what should nonprofits be doing? This article examines two prevalent cybersecurity myths and the steps you can take to help protect your organization.
Preparing for the FASB Financial Reporting Standards Changes
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has announced the most significant update to not-for-profit financial reporting in 23 years. The changes are significant, and it’s important to begin planning now.
IRS Extends Due Date for Some ACA Reporting Requirements
November 22, 2016 - The IRS has extended one of the due dates for 2016 information reporting requirements under the Affordable Care Act to give employers, insurers, and other providers additional time to gather and prepare the necessary information.
Why Financial Documentation is a “Must” for Your Ministry
Documenting your processes and procedures is important for efficiency and effectiveness. From a risk-management standpoint, it is also imperative.
How to Ensure Effective Board Training
Board members are often well-intentioned, but they are not always well-equipped. Follow these tips help your board members become more effective in their roles and therefore better at providing both oversight and insight for your church.
What a Successful Church Accounting Department Manager Looks Like
Running a church accounting department requires a variety of skills. This overview will help you consider whether your church is being well-served and what areas may need improvement.
How to Train Church Finance Department Workers
Everyone, from tax preparers and mechanics to doctors and surgeons, needs to receive ongoing and informed training to do their job well. This is also true of the individuals responsible for the financial matters in your church.
FASB Issues ASU on Financial Statements for Not-for-Profit Entities
August 18, 2016 - The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) today issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2016-14, Not-for-Profit Entities (Topic 958): Presentation of Financial Statements of Not-for-Profit Entities.
Internal Control Weaknesses: “I Know Someone Who…”
Many ministries have questions about internal controls and how to effectively address or prevent vulnerabilities. This article looks at some of the specific internal control weaknesses that can exist in a church and why they are a concern.