Charity Accounting Certificate Online Course

Master charity accounting, budgeting, tax, and fundraising—all online in one course.

Overview:

Whether you're running a charity or managing its finances, knowing the numbers matters. The Charity Accounting Certificate delivers clear, professional training designed to demystify charity-specific finance—from the fundamentals of accounting to the rules around Gift Aid. No jargon, no fuss—just focused knowledge designed for impact.

Through five well-structured modules, you’ll gain the insight to handle charity accounts with confidence. Discover the do's and don'ts of financial planning, how to record funds accurately, and what’s expected when reporting to HMRC. This course is entirely online, designed for busy professionals who want to make a difference—without needing a calculator stuck to their hand.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand core charity accounting concepts and financial responsibilities.
• Record and report charity income using accurate accounting principles.
• Build effective budgets to support sustainable financial planning.
• Navigate UK tax rules and Gift Aid with confidence.
• Interpret financial statements to support charity transparency.
• Learn legal basics affecting charity fundraising and donations.

Course Curriculum:

• Module 1: Introduction to Charity Accounting
• Module 2: Basic Accounting Principles
• Module 3: Budgeting and Financial Planning
• Module 4: Taxation and Gift Aid
• Module 5: Charity Fundraising

Who is this Course For:

• Charity trustees managing budgets and financial decisions
• New finance staff in not-for-profit organisations
• Volunteers involved in charity fundraising activities
• Professionals shifting to the charity finance sector
• Administrators handling basic accounting tasks in charities
• Students aiming to enter the charity accounting field
• Fundraisers wanting to understand financial implications
• Anyone interested in charity financial operations and processes

Career Path:

Charity Finance Officer – Average Salary: £31,000

• Fundraising Accountant – Average Salary: £34,000
• Charity Treasurer – Average Salary: £28,000
• Financial Administrator (Charity Sector) – Average Salary: £26,500
• Gift Aid Specialist – Average Salary: £30,500
• Budgeting Analyst (Non-Profit) – Average Salary: £32,000