This service is tailored for UK not\u2011for\u2011profit organisations \u2013 Charities, Community Interest Companies (CICs), membership\u2011based societies, sports clubs, residents\u2019 associations, religious institutions, and similar entities. Non\u2011profit accounting differs significantly from commercial accounting \u2013 it requires handling restricted vs. unrestricted funds, donation recognition, grant utilisation compliance, and additional reporting to the Charity Commission. With extensive experience in the non\u2011profit sector, we provide professional, compliant, and cost\u2011effective accounting services, ensuring full financial transparency without wasting donor funds.<\/p>\n
Restricted and Unrestricted Fund Accounting \u2013 We help you establish a clear fund accounting system, strictly distinguishing restricted funds (where donors or grant\u2011makers have specified a particular use) from unrestricted funds (which the board may allocate according to the charity\u2019s mission). We track the utilisation of each restricted fund monthly to ensure expenditures match donor intentions, and generate fund utilisation reports for easy reporting back to funders.<\/p>\n
Donation and Grant Income Recognition \u2013 We accurately recognise and classify all income streams in accordance with UK GAAP (FRS 102 Section 1A) and the Charity Commission\u2019s SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice). This includes: donation income (cash, gifts in kind, legacies), grant income (government, foundation, corporate sponsorship), fundraising event income, membership fees, and trading income (e.g. charity shop sales). We apply appropriate timing and measurement for each type to ensure a true and fair view.<\/p>\n
Monthly Bookkeeping and Transaction Recording \u2013 We process all financial transactions monthly, including: synchronising and reconciling bank accounts, PayPal donation accounts, and credit cards; allocating expenditure by project\/activity\/department; complete payroll and PAYE processing (including auto\u2011enrolment) for any paid staff; reviewing and recording volunteer expense claims and travel costs. All accounts are maintained to the standards required by the Charity Commission and HMRC.<\/p>\n
Annual Statutory Accounts and Charity Commission Reporting \u2013 At year\u2011end, we prepare annual accounts under SORP FRS 102, including the Trustees\u2019 Annual Report (financial sections), Statement of Financial Activities, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement. For registered charities, we file the Annual Return with the Charity Commission along with the statutory accounts. For CICs, we assist in preparing and filing the CIC annual report to comply with the CIC Regulator\u2019s community interest test and reporting requirements. All filings are completed before statutory deadlines.<\/p>\n
Grant Compliance and Specific Reporting \u2013 If your organisation receives specific grants (e.g. National Lottery, local authority, or trust funds), we set up dedicated cost accounting, prepare financial progress reports and final expenditure reports as required by the grant terms. We help ensure all claimed expenditures are eligible, reducing the risk of grant claw\u2011back.<\/p>\n
HMRC Gift Aid Tax Optimisation \u2013 We help your charity maximise Gift Aid, ensuring all eligible personal donations are claimed to receive an additional 25% tax rebate. We assist in maintaining donor declaration records and submitting Gift Aid claims to HMRC quarterly, with full record\u2011keeping for audit purposes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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