Azets Logo

Charities and not for profit accounting

Charities and not for profit

Charities and not for profit accounting

The charity sector is full of pressures. Our job is to take as many as possible off your plate, so you can make an even bigger difference.
Charities and not-for-profit organisations face a unique series of operational challenges, from raising funds to diversifying income streams, managing investment portfolios to keeping stakeholders happy. And then there’s the need to keep up to date with complex and ever-changing regulations.
Our specialist charities team, ranked first in the country for service and first for expertise to the sector (Charity Audit Survey 2020), can help with them all. We have over 25 years’ experience providing high quality compliance, governance, taxation and advisory services to a wide range of charities and NFPs – and every one of our projects looks different, because every client is too.
We listen closely to your needs, take the time to understand your organisation, and work with you to craft solutions that will deliver the best possible results. Our experts will guide you through the minefield of regulation while also helping you meet your obligations, manage your risk and cover your day-to-day responsibilities. Above all else, we understand the vital need for strong financial results and deep engagement with stakeholders and trustees.
Many of our partners and staff are actively involved in local charities, with dozens of trustees, committee members and fundraisers among us. We participate in forums such as the Charity Finance Group, Charity Tax Group and the Auditing Practices Board Charities Audit Working Group. Our clients include all types of third sector organisations, from schools to care homes, social enterprises to trade unions, religious organisations to theatres.
Our specialist services for charities and NFPs include:
  • Internal and external audit, independent examination
  • Outsourcing payroll, management accounting and bookkeeping
  • Strategic reviews, planning
  • Governance reviews and best practice
  • Employment issues and training
  • Ad-hoc grant audits
  • Charity taxation advice – direct and indirect as well as Gift Aid
  • Internal control procedures, risk management
  • Forensic accounting – fraud reviews, investigations and expert witnesses
  • IT strategy & planning
  • Reserves policy

Your business, no matter the size

From complex corporates to SMEs, we cover all sizes and sectors.

Trusted local knowledge with international strength

9,000 employees that are experts in what you need.

Stress-free compliance

From tax returns to superannuation certificates, we handle complex regulatory requirements.

Tailored support

Fixed-fee agreements and a personalised approach ensure you get the best financial guidance.

Azets is trusted by over 100,000 clients as the advisor of choice for entrepreneurial businesses. Our 9,000 smart, talented people love solving business problems to bring you seamless support, no matter your size or needs. Take bigger steps forward with Azets.

Find your local office

Browse offices

Find a specialist

Meet the team

Get in touch

Contact us

Contact a specialist