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Nonprofit Audit Checklist (+ Free PDF Download)

The Charity CFO

We won’t deal with other types of nonprofit audits , like compliance audits or governmental audits, which can differ in certain respects. Examine the general ledger for expenses that should have been capitalized, income that should have been recorded as liabilities, or other unusual transactions.

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The Basics of Nonprofit Bookkeeping

The Charity CFO

Nonprofits must maintain thorough and accurate financial records to comply with both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ) and maintain their tax-exempt status with the IRS. Execute data entry to keep the general ledger current . Allocate revenue and expenses to restricted fund accounts .