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Is Cloud Based Accounting Secure For Nonprofit Organizations
Still have some apprehension about using cloud based technology? We get it; security and privacy doesn’t seem to be guaranteed. Today we...
Nov 17, 2023


Preparing Your Nonprofit for a Recession
Does all this talk about a recession make you nervous? Are you concerned with how your organization is going to navigate the recession?...
Nov 3, 2023


How To Get Your Finance House In Order
Check out the 5/31/22 Episode of The Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast featuring Visionary Accounting Group’s founder Germeen Guillaume. The...
Jun 1, 2022


Is it Safe for Black Women CEOs to Work in Public?
I went back and forth on whether I wanted to write this article but it was on my heart for days and so I figured why not. A few weeks ago...
May 31, 2022


Why Your In-House Accounting Isn't Working
MORE MONEY, MORE PROBLEMS? Maybe you are managing a nonprofit and are having hiccups in your accounting process, or, maybe your team is...
Sep 23, 2021


The Pros and Cons of Migrating to QuickBooks Online
I am an advocate of cloud-based accounting and tools, perhaps even more so considering the “new normal” we’re living in today, however,...
Jul 3, 2021


How to Manage Federal Funding
Is your nonprofit struggling with managing federal funding? I am here to let you know that you are not alone. Juggling different funding...
May 18, 2021


5 Signs Your Nonprofit is Not Ready For Outsourced Accounting
Outsourced accounting is not a trend. It’s here and growing. Many turn to this solution as a way to decrease costs, free up capacity, and...
Jan 25, 2021


Why Automated Bookkeeping May Not Be Good for Your Nonprofit
There’s a lot of talk about robots taking the place of accountants. An increase in automated accounting firms have caused a stir in the...
Dec 12, 2020


3 Ways Your Current Accounting Process is Costing You Money
The struggle is real. Every day we learn how to improve and refine our skills, but there are a few key accounting processes that...
Nov 19, 2020


The Price of Sacrificing Your Nonprofit's Well-being
Burnout. Toxic Work Culture. High Turnover Rate. That is the price of sacrificing your organizational well-being by maxing out your...
Nov 11, 2020


How Much Does Outsourced Accounting Cost?
Outsourcing is normally framed as the cost effective alternative to hiring full time. What most don’t consider are the variables that...
Oct 20, 2020


How To Manage Restricted Grants
Managing restricted grants can be challenging. It’s exciting when the funds roll in, but over time, stewarding and recording each...
Oct 19, 2020


What Are The Responsibilities of a Nonprofit Treasurer?
Surprise, surprise! Responsibilities of a nonprofit treasurer do not typically include managing the day-to-day financial operations of...
Oct 12, 2020


Strengthening your Nonprofit’s Finances and Who is Responsible
Do you really need another bookkeeper? The full financial picture of an organization is extensive and includes a variety of elements:...
Oct 5, 2020


Why Now Is The Time to Rebuild Your Accounting Process
When we first begin working with nonprofit clients, one of the first questions we ask is why did they wait so long to get the help they...
Aug 3, 2020


3 Myths About Using QBO for Your Nonprofit
Choosing the right accounting software for your nonprofit is key to having access to quality financial data. There are a lot of...
Jul 29, 2020


Epic Business Growth for CPAs Podcast: Level The Playing Field
Check out Episode 092 of the Epic Business Growth for CPAs Podcast featuring Visionary Accounting Group’s founder Germeen Guillaume. The...
Jul 3, 2020


How To Treat Your Nonprofit Like a Venture Backed Startup
Though it is important to be sensitive during this time, not selling during the COVID-19 pandemic could mean the end of your business....
Apr 17, 2020


How To Manage Cash Flow During A Crisis
COVID -19 has the world in a frenzy, the media is pushing fear tactics, and social media is full of people who aren’t taking this...
Mar 16, 2020


How to Manage In-Kind Donations
Nonprofit income comes from a variety of different sources. One of the main sources are charitable donations from individuals, small...
Mar 2, 2020


6 Financial Mistakes for Nonprofits to Avoid
I’m often asked when is the best time to bring on an accountant. My answer is at the beginning. While you may not need a full accounting...
Feb 25, 2020


The Pros and Cons of DIY Tax Prep
I’ve been a tax professional for over 10 years and I have stories for days about the ugly truth when it comes to DIY tax prep. On the...
Feb 3, 2020


3 Signs Your Nonprofit Is Ready To Outsource Accounting
Outsourcing is the new wave and there’s so much discussion as to whether this is the right move for nonprofit organizations. Given that...
Jan 6, 2020
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