Charity Accounting Training

Master charity accounting from A to Z—designed for clarity, accuracy, and future-focused financial knowledge in the charity sector.

Overview:

Understanding the unique financial structure of charities is not just important—it’s essential. This Charity Accounting Training course takes you through the A to Z of accounting practices tailored specifically for not-for-profit organisations. You'll explore how charity finances are recorded, managed, reported, and overseen, all while keeping pace with sector expectations and funding requirements. Designed for learners who want clarity over confusion, this course uses logical structure and plain English to break down even the trickiest bits.

Whether you're looking to support your own organisation or aiming for a career in the charity sector, this course provides knowledge that matters. You’ll get familiar with restricted and unrestricted funds, SORP reporting, financial statements, and the inner workings of charity bookkeeping. Delivered fully online, the course is paced to suit learners who want control without the clutter. Simple, smart, and entirely on your terms.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of charity accounting and fund types
• Learn the rules of SORP reporting in charity organisations
• Identify key financial statements and their role in accountability
• Develop confidence in managing charity income and expenditure
• Gain awareness of financial risks in not-for-profit settings
• Know how to present charity accounts clearly and accurately

Who is this Course For:

• Those managing finances within a registered charity organisation
• Administrators supporting trustees with financial information
• New finance officers in the voluntary and charity sectors
• Professionals moving into charity-focused finance roles
• Aspiring charity treasurers or board committee members
• Trustees seeking greater financial understanding and clarity
• Graduates exploring accounting careers in third sector
• Bookkeepers looking to specialise in charity accounting

Career Path:

• Charity Finance Officer – £32,000 per year
• Assistant Accountant (Charity) – £28,500 per year
• Charity Bookkeeper – £26,000 per year
• Finance Administrator (Non-profit) – £24,000 per year
• Management Accountant (Charity) – £40,000 per year
• Charity Treasurer (Part-time role) – £12,000 to £15,000 stipend