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Accounting Firms for Nonprofit Organizations

Nonprofits have unique financial needs—from grant compliance to fund accounting. Whether you’re running a local 501(c)(3) or managing multi-source funding, here’s how to find an accountant who truly understands nonprofit reporting, budgeting, and transparency.
Need to outsource something else? Search for proactivefinancial advisorsandfractional CFOson Sam’s List too. Make sure to check the reviews, it’s one of the most important parts of your vetting process!

Featured Accountants

Accounting Forward | Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services, Cash Flow Management
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5 Client Reviews

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"As our fractional CFO, Matt handles all financial aspects of our business. Beyond standard bookkeeping, budgeting and taxes, Matt is a part of our team who is able to help drive the business forward advising on all financial aspects of our organization.
Matt is a true partner and resource for our team and I'd recommend that any small business work with him."
OLarry | Bookkeeping, International Tax Services, Tax Preparation
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2 Client Reviews

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"OLarry is the accounting platform I have wished for since what feels like the beginning of time. They strike an excellent balance between personal touch and technology and truly make you feel like their only client throughout all your interactions"
The SaaS Bookkeeper | Bookkeeping, Tax Preparation, Business Tax Preparation
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1 Client Reviews

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"Our experience with The SaaS Bookkeeper has been fantastic. The bookkeeping process is effectively streamlined, requiring minimal input from my team and me. Their team is superbly responsive and immediately addresses my questions, and they even accommodate my occasional, short-notice expedited closing asks."

Accountants

Nimbl | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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25 Client Reviews

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"Nimbl works at holding the sacredness of trust carefully in how they prepare, follow through, and reconcile perceived or real discrepancies. They provide us peace of mind, day-to-day, and a supportive perspective of the future enabling us to prepare and position ourselves to make the most of every opportunity. They are high-quality people who demonstrate proficiency and competency in their work and utilize processes that make it predictable. We enjoy connecting them with other people because we know that they will help make their life, business and future better."
Good Measure | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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8 Client Reviews

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"Our organization was in a rough spot regarding our financial processes given we were understaff and lacked the expertise needed to work effectively in this area. Our partnership with Good Measure Financial was easily the best decision we’ve made operationally in the last decade. We needed professional help from payroll/tax filing to best practice as a non-profit organization and GMF was the clear choice. There are so many details that make working with a church labor intensive, ranging from how pastors are paid to supporting missionaries or working with committees. The regular, run of the mill business partner working with small business could never do what GMF has done for us. Nothing is boiler plate. If I need Ben, he is available to give good, honest, friendly, and proactive help. You don’t have to lead their team to fix your problems like I’ve seen with other partnerships, Ben will find it and do it before asked. He is the guy and GMF is the team you want in a foxhole. If you’re a church and your finances are more characterized by chaos rather than order...
Solopreneur Tax | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services
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6 Client Reviews

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"Solopreneur Tax has been our CPA and financial advisor since we started our company in 2021. I am grateful that I get to have a relationship with Chris, the owner of Solo.
At the beginning, when my company was focused on business development, Solo fortified my back office. They advised me of the appropriate accounting system to use, of the proper internal control procedures to put in place, and of the tax codes to be prepared for.

They continue to make themselves available to answer my questions regarding the monthly reconciliation of my books or year-end tax planning. As a...
Pilot.com | Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services, Tax Preparation
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5 Client Reviews

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"Pilot is a one-stop-shop when it comes to dealing with your startup's bookkeeping needs. They make it really easy every month and they offer high touch service for companies that need to outsource CFO services. Not to mention, you can have them help you with your taxes which is a huge plus since they are already integrated into all of your money movement platforms."
Bennett Accounting & Tax LLC | Bookkeeping, Payroll Services, Tax Preparation
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"Was lovely working with Ezry — obviously very knowledgeable in his industry and"
Lemoti | Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services, Tax Preparation
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4 Client Reviews

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"Thank you to the Lemoti team for helping me stay on top of my finances and ensuring I'm maximizing my post-tax earnings for retirement. I used to worry if I was managing the numbers correctly, but now, thanks to them, I have complete peace of mind."
Framework Tax & Accounting | Advisory Services, Audit Services, Bookkeeping
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"Great! Fast, helpful, answered all my questions, didn't mind getting on calls, and had ideas for how to improve things."
Walker Advisory, LLC | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Forensic Accounting
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3 Client Reviews

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"Dylan did my taxes this year. He took extra time to go through our paperwork and look for every qualifying deduction possible. I was shocked at how much we’d missed in the past and very grateful for his help. He was always helpful and available to answer questions."
Fiat Finance | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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3 Client Reviews

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"Kaley Pate at Fiat Finance has been incredible to work with. Communicative, thorough and quick. I can't recommend highly enough!"
Ursa Consultants | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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2 Client Reviews

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"I've had the privilege of working with Jace long before he founded Ursa Consultants. His extensive experience as a fractional CFO, combined with his work with hundreds of startups, equips him with a deep well of knowledge to address each client’s unique needs. What truly sets Ursa apart is their personalized approach. Jace and his team genuinely care, rolling up their sleeves to tackle your challenges head-on. They offer a full spectrum of services, from accounting and tax to strategic financial guidance, ensuring comprehensive support for your business."
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What Does a Nonprofit Accountant Do?

Nonprofit accountants don’t just handle the books—they help ensure financial transparency, maintain tax-exempt status, and manage grants. Whether it’s fund accounting, audit prep, or compliance, here’s what to expect from an experienced nonprofit CPA or bookkeeper.

FrequentlyAsked Questions

How much does it cost to hire an accountant for a nonprofit?

Nonprofit bookkeeping services typically start around $150/month. Full-service accounting or audits can range from $5,000 to over $20,000 depending on complexity and location.

Do nonprofits need accountants?

Yes—especially for organizations with grants, donations, or employees. Smaller orgs may get by with a part-time bookkeeper, but fund accounting expertise is essential for growth and compliance.

What kind of accounting do nonprofits use?

Most nonprofits use fund accounting, often on an accrual basis. This helps track restricted and unrestricted funds separately, which is key for donor and grant reporting.

How much does an audit cost for a small nonprofit?

Audit costs typically range from $5,000–$10,000. Costs depend on financial complexity, location, and whether you need a standard financial audit or a federal single audit for grant compliance.

What are cost-saving strategies for nonprofit audits?

Organized records, timely responses to auditor questions, and using a local CPA instead of a national firm can help reduce audit costs.

Not sure who’s right for your nonprofit organization? Answer a few quick questions, and we’ll introduce you to someone who fits.

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