Guidance, techniques and tools for managing your organisation's finances
Find out what makes charity finance different and how to plan appropriately
What controls you need to put in place to stop errors creeping into your accounting, and to reduce the risk of fraud
Internal controls are the things you do to help manage the risk of an error or a fraud
How to be aware of the risk factors relating to fraud and take steps to protect your organisation.
The difference between audits and independent examinations and how to prepare for both
The basic principles of bookkeeping are the same for charities as for other organisations, you just need to be aware of the slightly different emphasis and the need to keep restricted funds separate.
Guidance around planning your finances and setting up budgets
Guidance on creating a financial strategy and what you need to include
A pre-built spreadsheet that calculates your income percentages when you input your current funding and future targets
Key duties of regulated bodies for safeguarding children or young people
Key offences and liability relating to the protection of children and young people
Key areas of law to be aware of if you or your organisation works with adults at risk of harm
If you or your organisation works with adults at risk of harm there are key laws and frameworks to help you with safeguarding
Duties of local authorities to safeguard adults at risk
Key duties of public bodies to safeguard adults at risk
Key duties of regulated bodies to safeguard adults at risk
Key duties of individuals for safeguarding adults at risk
Key offences that can cause harm to adults at risk
How charities can ensure their premises, staff, volunteers and other resources can’t be used for activities that may, or appear to, support or condone terrorism