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The Relationship Between a Fractional CFO and Your Public Accounting Firm

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How to Divide Responsibilities and Prioritize Communication The relationship between a fractional or outsourced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and your company’s public accounting firm should be collaborative, clear, and well-defined. This ensures your company’s financial and accounting needs are met effectively.

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What to Look For in an Outsourced Accounting Firm

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Many growing businesses have recognized and harnessed the benefits of outsourcing their accounting services. Rather than hiring full or part-time accountants or bookkeepers as permanent staff members, it often makes more sense to simply outsource —from both a monetary and scaling perspective. Up-to-Date Software & Technology.

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Comparing Your Nonprofit Budget to Actual

The Charity CFO

One of the best ways to get a quick read on your organization’s financial health is to compare your nonprofit budget to actual performance. A budget to actual analysis helps you look at your estimated revenue and expense versus what your organization actually saw. This helps improve donor confidence in your organization.

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How to Fix Your Nonprofit Accounting

The Charity CFO

Your nonprofit accounting system might not be the most exciting part of your organization, but it’s one of the most important aspects. An effective accounting system helps you stay in compliance with tax and legal regulations–helping you maintain your exempt status. However, effective accounting isn’t just about following rules.

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What to Look for in a Nonprofit Accounting Partner

The Charity CFO

Managing a nonprofit can be complex, especially when it comes to nonprofit accounting. Finding the right accounting partner for your nonprofit is essential to the financial success of your nonprofit organization. That’s why you need a strong accounting partner who specializes in nonprofits.

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Real Talk: Is Outsourced Accounting Right for Your SMB?

CFO Network

Accounting is a pivotal area among the various outsourced functions. But before you jump on the bandwagon, let’s have a candid conversation: Does outsourced accounting work for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)? Accounting firms employ professionals proficient in various accounting and finance domains.

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Accountants’ Technology Budgets Running Dry

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A new survey from K2E Canada suggests small business accountants understand that technological disruption is a major challenge, yet few are addressing the issue. The survey found that only 33 percent of sole practitioners and 26 percent of small accounting firms have updated their tax software in the last five years.