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The Altruic Advisor

A Nonprofit Accounting Blog

Sarah Ellsworth

June 20, 2023

Bookkeeping Basics

Keeping Track of Expense Receipts

Sarah Ellsworth

June 20, 2023

Bookkeeping Basics

It’s easy for receipts to get lost, damaged, or misplaced. Try these tips to keep track of your expense receipts and make your accounting more efficient.

Sarah Ellsworth

June 6, 2023

Tax, Ask Your Accountant, Nonprofit Management

Common Types of Tax-Exempt Organizations

Sarah Ellsworth

June 6, 2023

Tax, Ask Your Accountant, Nonprofit Management

When applying for tax-exempt status with the IRS, it’s important to find the right fit for your organization.

Sarah Ellsworth

May 23, 2023

Nonprofit Management

How to Manage Cash Flow at Your Nonprofit Organization

Sarah Ellsworth

May 23, 2023

Nonprofit Management

If you’re concerned about running short on cash, try these solutions to help manage your organization’s cash flow.

Sarah Ellsworth

May 9, 2023

Audits and Reviews

From the Archives: 5 Ways to Prepare for a Nonprofit Audit

Sarah Ellsworth

May 9, 2023

Audits and Reviews

There are many things that nonprofits can do to prepare, plan, and keep the audit process going smoothly.

Sarah Ellsworth

April 25, 2023

Internal Controls, Nonprofit Management

A Sample Internal Control Policy for Nonprofit Organizations

Sarah Ellsworth

April 25, 2023

Internal Controls, Nonprofit Management

A well-written internal control policy manual will help clarify each individual’s role, responsibilities, and authority over financial transactions.

Katherine Flockhart

March 30, 2023

QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides, Bookkeeping Basics

Creating Budgets in QuickBooks Online

Katherine Flockhart

March 30, 2023

QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides, Bookkeeping Basics

If your nonprofit uses QuickBooks Online, you can easily create budgets and run reports to help keep your organization on track throughout the year.

Melanie Boschetto

March 13, 2023

QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides

How to Use Tags in QuickBooks Online

Melanie Boschetto

March 13, 2023

QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides

Tags are useful for sorting data, adding additional levels of customization, and identifying specific transactions in QuickBooks Online.

Sarah Ellsworth

February 23, 2023

How-To Guides, Tax, Bookkeeping Basics

How to Fill Out a W-9 Form for a Nonprofit

Sarah Ellsworth

February 23, 2023

How-To Guides, Tax, Bookkeeping Basics

If your organization provides any contracted services - such as speaking, consulting, or training services - you may be asked to fill out a Form W-9.

Sarah Ellsworth

February 13, 2023

How-To Guides, Software Applications

How to Use Text-to-Columns in Excel

Sarah Ellsworth

February 13, 2023

How-To Guides, Software Applications

We’re big fans of QuickBooks Online, but sometimes you need even more flexibility in how your data is presented. Excel’s “Text to Columns” feature is an easy way to enhance your reporting options.

Misty Scott

January 23, 2023

Tax, Nonprofit Management, Ask Your Accountant

Employe Retention Credit Update for Nonprofits

Misty Scott

January 23, 2023

Tax, Nonprofit Management, Ask Your Accountant

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable tax credit for employers. Find out if your organization is eligible!

Traci Carson

January 12, 2023

Software Applications, How-To Guides, Virtual Accounting

Using Google Forms to Streamline Expense Requests

Traci Carson

January 12, 2023

Software Applications, How-To Guides, Virtual Accounting

For nonprofits on a budget, Google Forms can be an efficient (and free!) tool to help streamline expense requests and reports.

Sarah Ellsworth

December 22, 2022

Tax

Filing Deadlines for Form 1099 (2022)

Sarah Ellsworth

December 22, 2022

Tax

Does your nonprofit need to file any 1099s this year?

Sherry Jansen

December 6, 2022

Other

A Simple Gesture Goes A Long Way

Sherry Jansen

December 6, 2022

Other

There are many small ways to thank your donors and supporters for their kindness, generosity, and time during the holiday season.

Cathy Luke

November 29, 2022

How-To Guides, QuickBooks Online, Software Applications

A Step-By-Step Guide to Importing Bank Data Into QuickBooks Online

Cathy Luke

November 29, 2022

How-To Guides, QuickBooks Online, Software Applications

Importing bank and credit card data into your QuickBooks Online is a quick and easy way to minimize data-entry.

Sarah Ellsworth

November 10, 2022

QuickBooks Online

10 QuickBooks Online Tips for Nonprofits

Sarah Ellsworth

November 10, 2022

QuickBooks Online

We think that QuickBooks Online is the best accounting software for nonprofit organizations. Learn how to make the most of your QBO experience!

Sarah Ellsworth

October 28, 2022

Other

Scary Nonprofit Accounting Stories for Halloween

Sarah Ellsworth

October 28, 2022

Other

These stories will send shivers up your accountant’s spine!

Darcy Ehrig

October 17, 2022

How-To Guides, QuickBooks Online

3 Advanced Settings to Streamline Your Accounting in QuickBooks Online

Darcy Ehrig

October 17, 2022

How-To Guides, QuickBooks Online

If you use QuickBooks Online, be sure to check these three advanced settings!

Nichole Krebiehl

September 30, 2022

Nonprofit Management

How To Start a Nonprofit Organization

Nichole Krebiehl

September 30, 2022

Nonprofit Management

From your mission and bylaws to your FEIN, there are many steps involved in starting a new nonprofit.

Julie Seger

September 2, 2022

Nonprofit Management

How Nonprofits Can Cope With Inflation

Julie Seger

September 2, 2022

Nonprofit Management

What actions can your organization take when prices keep rising?

Nichole Davis

August 19, 2022

Nonprofit Management, Ask Your Accountant

Communicating With Your Accountant

Nichole Davis

August 19, 2022

Nonprofit Management, Ask Your Accountant

To help your accountant succeed, you’ll need to communicate certain financial details about your organization.