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What Records Must an Organization Keep?

Cara Barrett • Jul 18, 2016
What Records Must an Organization Keep?

 

Excellence and accuracy are essential in nonprofit accounting. It all starts with proper record keeping and a knowledgeable bookkeeper. Today I would like to share with you some important tips from a professional bookkeeper regarding nonprofit record keeping. It’s very short, but is full of great advice. You can also find other great videos from this professional on YouTube.


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Due to the many intricacies involved in nonprofit accounting related to such things as the IRS, donations and grants, I highly recommend that organizations hire bookkeepers and accountants with knowledge and experience in nonprofit accounting. I have been working with the presenter on today’s video, Samantha Abraham, for many years and never hesitate to refer my clients to her. Samantha is the CEO and Founder of My Paper Pusher. Be sure to check them out at www.mypaperpusher.com for more valuable advice, or better yet, to engage their services for your nonprofit.

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