This track is generously sponsored by Chazin.
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What Nonprofit Executives and Board Members Need to Know About Nonprofit Accounting Part 1
Accounting and financial reporting by nonprofit entities differs from that for for-profit entities. In this session, always a popular one at Camp Finance, you will learn all about these differences from a nationally known speaker. This two-part session provides an excellent overview for those new to the nonprofit sector, for nonprofit executives and board members who need “the basics” or for Campers who just want a refresher. Part 1 covers basic topics, including an introduction to accounting by not-for-profit entities, what makes a not-for-profit entity different from a for-profit entity and accounting for contributions (restrictions, measurement, pledges, donated services and other topics).
Allen L. Fetterman, CPA
What Nonprofit Executives and Board Members Need to Know About Nonprofit Accounting Part 2
A continuation of our earlier session covers more advanced topics, including accounting for investments, endowment funds, property and equipment, net assets, revenues, expenses, gains and losses, functional expense reporting and financial statements.
Allen L. Fetterman, CPA
Strength in Numbers: Leveraging Financial Technology for Greater Impact
This session offers practical strategies for nonprofit finance professionals to present financial data clearly and compellingly to diverse stakeholders. Attendees will learn how to tailor reports to different audiences, use data visualization effectively, and connect financial performance to mission impact. Ideal for anyone looking to improve transparency, engagement, and understanding through financial reporting.
Mark Tessar, CPA, CIA
Senior Manager, Audit and Assurance, GRF CPAs and Advisors
Andreas A. Alexandrou, CPA
Partner, Audit and Assurance, GRF CPAs and Advisors
Contributions and Grants: Case Studies
This session will review the new contributions and grants standard and it will provide a reminder of the requirements and also go into case studies with common errors and points of confusion. It will also review other key clarifications of accounting for contributions and grants that were not impacted by the standard. Questions from the audience are encouraged!
Learning Objectives
• Recognize the requirements of the contribution standard
• Identify common errors that are made in applying the contribution standard.
Allan Blum, CPA
Partner, New York Metro Area – Healthcare Market Leader, Forvis Mazars
Anna Shaferova, CPA
Partner, Forvis Mazars
Cash is King: Mastering Cash Flow Management and Fiduciary Responsibility for Nonprofit Organizations
In the ever-evolving world of nonprofit finance, effective cash flow management is paramount to ensuring organizational sustainability and mission success. "Cash is King" is a specialized class tailored to equip nonprofit professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of cash flow management and optimize financial resources for maximum impact.
In this class, participants will delve into the principles, strategies, and best practices of cashflow management specifically tailored to the unique needs and challenges of nonprofit organizations. Key topics include: understanding cash flow dynamics, the importance of budgeting and forecasting in cash flow management, and how to establish effective monitoring and reporting mechanisms to track cash flow.
Jackie McLaughlin, CPA
Technical Reviews & Training Manager, Chazin
Simplifying Nonprofit Finance for Greater Impact
Nonprofits are facing more financial complexity than ever, all while trying to do more with limited resources. Join this session to learn how you can simplify finance processes, reduce manual work, and gain the real-time insights you need to make confident decisions. You’ll hear from nonprofit and technology experts about practical ways to evaluate new tools, including AI, to ensure they truly fit your team’s needs without adding extra work. We’ll cover how to build the case for automation and share simple steps to strengthen your financial operations. You’ll leave with clear, actionable ideas to free up time and focus more on what matters most – your mission. Discover how to make your financial systems work better for you and unlock the power in your numbers to create a stronger, more resilient organization.
Moderator
Bill.com
Naima Chisolm
Partner and Director of Business Development, BTQ Financial, a division of Consero
AI in Nonprofit Finance: The Benefits and Risks
Over a trillion dollars is being poured into this current boom of next generation AI technologies, and companies in the for-profit and non-profit sectors are not just being overwhelmed by the number of new platforms coming online, but how AI can help them in general. In this session we will go over some of the current tools in AI that are being used in nonprofit finance to automate processes and remove a lot of the manual labour involved, the benefits of AI technologies in general, and the significant risks that they can also pose to data security and financial reporting integrity.
