Outsourced Finance Department

Outsourced finance department

Comprehensive financial management

Accounting For Good’s Outsourced Finance Department provides a comprehensive and experienced back-office finance team for your charity or NFP. We handle everything from day to day bookkeeping and payroll to high level reporting and audit preparation. Our team processes supplier invoices, manages payroll schedules, reconciles bank accounts, and prepares board reports and grant acquittals. We will liaise with your auditors and prepare work papers to ensure a smooth audit process.

Total team approach

Reducing your burden & strengthening governance

By outsourcing your finance department, you alleviate internal staff burden and gain qualified financial oversight. Our total team approach gives you access to a broad range of expertise. We implement reliable internal controls and compliance checks to reduce risk and ensure governance obligations are consistently met.

Your board and management receive accurate, timely reports that support informed decision-making, reinforcing quality governance and legitimised procedural compliance.

We bring modern systems and deep sector knowledge. Utilising proven cloud-based accounting, XERO processes provide real-time visibility into your finances. Our methods are predictable and tailored to the needs of charities and not for profit organsiations.

Sector specialisation

Designed for long term value

Accounting For Good’s team based systems, and sector specialisation are built for the unique needs of charities and NFP organisations. We provide continuity and a broad range of skills, rather than relying on any single staff member.

Our methods drive efficiency, keeping your finances consistent and audit-ready.

This specialised support delivers long-term value, strengthening your organisation’s financial foundation and helping your leadership plan for the future.

“With AFG specialising in not for profit accounting, we were really happy to be working with them. They understand the nonprofit environment extremely well and they have a philosophical interest in working with NFPs”

Larry Pierce is the CEO NADA

- Network of Alcohol and Drug Agencies

Exceptional financial stewardship

Our Outsourced Finance
Services

We wrap the right team around your organisation – from bookkeeper to CFO – so you get tailored support that fits your mission.

Outsourced Finance Department

A back office team of qualified financial professionals dedicated to strengthening your organisation from top to bottom

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Outsourced 
Not for Profit CFO

From financial strategies to reporting and regulatory compliance we supply the function and governance of a expert CFO

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The AFG Model

A predictable, collaborative finance cycle. A team based approach offering continuity, scalability and support

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Charity & NFP Expertise

We work solely with charity and NFP organisations. Expertise and specialisation is why the sector choose us for their financial management

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Articles, insights and resources

Insights for impact

Our articles, insights and resource hub shares our thoughts on everything current and relevant to Australian charities and not for profit organisations

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Successful AGM strategies for Australian NFPs

Annual General Meetings (AGMs) remain a cornerstone of quality governance for charities and not for profit organisations

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Administration for not for profit organisations

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Relationships matter to us

What our Clients Say

“Accounting For Good is an essential part of our financial management team. Their professionalism and support have assisted us to gain a very high level of financial insight and enhanced our ability to responsibly and effectively utilise our financial resources.”

Philip Petrie, Chief Executive Officer, Allevia

“AFG has a great hold on new accounting software and they administer Xero very well. With AFG, we have had five clean and seamless audits. We trust that when AFG is working on our finances, they will be done well.”

RMA Executive Director Richard Gilbert

FAQs

What is included in an outsourced finance department for NFPs?
An outsourced finance department from Accounting For Good provides a back-office finance team dedicated to your organisation. This includes everyday bookkeeping, payroll processing, supplier invoice management, bank reconciliations, board reporting, grant acquittals and audit preparation. The team also liaises directly with auditors and prepares all necessary work papers to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
How does outsourcing our finance function reduce internal pressure?
By shifting the finance workload to Accounting For Good, your staff are relieved of the administrative and compliance burdens. You gain access to a team of qualified professionals rather than relying on a single internal role. This team implements robust internal controls, ensures compliance and provides consistent, high-quality financial oversight—significantly reducing organisational risk.
How does an outsourced finance department support governance?
The service provides accurate and timely financial reports for your board and management, enabling informed decision-making and reinforcing strong governance practices. Reliable controls, compliance checks and transparent reporting help your organisation meet regulatory requirements and maintain accountability across all financial activities.
What systems and technology does Accounting For Good use?
Accounting For Good uses a proven, cloud-based accounting platform that streamlines financial processes and provides real-time visibility into your organisation’s finances. These modern systems support efficiency, transparency and accuracy, ensuring your financial operations remain predictable and audit-ready.
Why is Accounting For Good’s sector-specific expertise valuable?
Because Accounting For Good works exclusively with charities and NFPS, our team understands the sector’s unique financial requirements and challenges. Our model ensures continuity, deep expertise and long-term value. This specialised support strengthens your organisation’s financial foundations and equips leadership to plan with confidence for the future.
How does an outsourced finance department improve financial continuity for our organisation?
An outsourced finance team from Accounting For Good provides stable, uninterrupted financial management regardless of staff turnover, leave or internal resourcing changes. Because your organisation is supported by a dedicated team rather than a single individual, critical tasks are never delayed, and knowledge is never lost. This continuity ensures consistent reporting, reliable compliance processes and a predictable financial rhythm—helping your organisation operate smoothly and maintain confidence across your board, auditors and stakeholders.
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Contacting Us

We work with charities and not for profit organisations. Our specialty as an outsourced partner is with organisations of around $1-10million turnover. If your organisation is seeking professional, customised accounting support and services, we’d love to hear from you. Complete the contact form, and one of the experienced team members will contact you shortly.

If you want to establish a charity or NFP, please read our article “Thinking of starting a charity or NFP.” Accounting For Good cannot assist new entities or start-ups at this time.

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