Accounting & Reporting for Non-Profit Organisations: Where Good Intentions Fail on Paper

Non-profits are trusted with money — and poor reporting destroys that trust fast. This session shows how to account for and report non-profit finances correctly and defensibly.

2 CPD units 24 June 2026 1 presenter

What will set you apart

By completing this course you will gain the following competencies

How non-profit organisations differ from normal businesses
Which accounting principles apply to non-profits
How to account for donations, grants, and funding correctly
How restricted and unrestricted funds should be reported
Common reporting mistakes that raise red flags
What regulators, funders, and boards expect to see
How to protect yourself when preparing non-profit reports

Event breakdown

How non-profit organisations operate financially
Accounting principles applicable to non-profits
Donations and grant income treatment
Restricted versus unrestricted funds
Expense classification and accountability
Financial statement presentation for non-profits
Disclosure and transparency requirements
Common reporting errors and risks
Strengthening governance through reporting

Category: AccountingType: CPD CourseCPD category: Accounting

Description

Non-profit organisations operate under intense scrutiny, yet their accounting and reporting are often handled poorly. This session focuses on the practical requirements of accounting and reporting for non-profit organisations, explained in clear and simple terms. Delegates will learn how to treat donations, grants, and funding correctly, and how to present financial information transparently and responsibly. The session highlights common reporting failures that lead to loss of trust, regulatory issues, and professional risk. Designed for accountants and bookkeepers working with non-profits, this session helps ensure financial statements are accurate, understandable, and defensible. By the end of the session, delegates will be better equipped to support non-profit organisations while protecting their own professional standing.

Presenters

Leana van der Merwe — Leana van der Merwe is a Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor with over 18 years of experience in business accounting, audit and corporate governance. A former Audit Director and professional-body Technical and Standards Executive, she has guided more than 14,000 professionals through complex regulatory matters. Leana also serves on the PAFA Technical Advisory Group, the IFAC Anti-Money Laundering Committee and the IFRS Foundation SME Implementation Group.

You will earn a certificate

On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units in Accounting.

Requirements

Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser