nonprofit accounting

As we round the calendar and prepare to begin 2014, a lot of nonprofits and churches are going through the process of closing their financials for the year. At Aplos,…

Yes! Although nonprofits aren’t legally required to publish annual reports, it is an excellent idea to do so. Because a well-presented annual report can achieve a great deal, you can…

The holiday season is a popular fundraising season for charitable organizations. Nonprofit organizations often receive donations in different forms, such as volunteer hours, cash, pledges, or in-kind donations. To help…

It’s that time of year again. Organizations, including nonprofits and churches, must wrap up their books and make sure everything from payroll to accounts payable are in order so they…

You read that right. Aplos is now a trusted partner of the IRS, and is offering free eFiling of the Form 990-N (e-Postcard) for any small tax-exempt organizations. And just…

Fraud happens in the workplace, and a recent study indicated it can take a long time to detect, and nonprofit organizations are not insulated from occupational fraud. In fact, they…

Good financial information can help your nonprofit execute its mission, which will propel your organization to flourish so you can put your nonprofit’s vision in motion. Ratios are a tool…

When setting up the books for your nonprofit, specifically the chart of accounts, one of the best things you can do is check out the 990-EZ expense worksheet to categorize…

Many people may have not even received their personal tax refund—or worse yet, just paid their tax bill—when the nonprofit tax form is due. It’s the dreaded Form 990 (or…

What is a nonprofit fiscal year, and how is it different from a calendar year? And why does it matter? The I.R.S. gives the following definitions: Calendar Year – A…