Non-Profit Organizations

Accounting for Mission-Driven Organizations

Non-profits answer to donors, boards, grantors and regulators, and each wants to see that funds are handled responsibly. Botwinick & Botwinick, CPAs PC provides accounting and tax support to Atlanta non-profit organizations so that staff and volunteers can concentrate on their mission.

How We Can Help

• Maintaining books that track restricted and unrestricted funds separately
• Preparing financial statements for your board, funders and members
• Assisting with annual information returns for tax-exempt organizations
• Helping with payroll and the treatment of contractors and volunteers
• Reviewing internal controls, such as who approves, records and deposits funds

Different Rules, Different Reports

Non-profit accounting does not look like business accounting. Instead of owner profit, the focus is on stewardship, program spending and transparency. We explain the differences in terms your board can follow.

Annual Filings and Compliance

Exempt organizations generally have annual reporting requirements, and missing them can create real problems. We can help you keep track of what applies to you and prepare the returns on time. Questions about eligibility for exempt status or state registration are best confirmed with the relevant agency or your attorney, and we can work alongside them.

Starting or Growing an Organization

If you are just getting started, our new business formation page covers early setup questions, and our bookkeeping and payroll services can give you a reliable foundation. For longer-range questions about budgets and funding, see business advisory services.

Organizations that use QuickBooks may also benefit from our QuickBooks services.

Working With Boards and Volunteers

Many non-profits are run by small teams and volunteer treasurers who rotate every few years. We can provide continuity: consistent records, clear documentation and someone who can answer questions when leadership changes.