Audit Insights
Supporting you to achieve your goals
Service performance reporting: showing the impact of your work
Service performance reporting helps explain what changed as a result of your work. Here’s a practical overview to help charities and not-for-profits approach it with confidence.
Key financial year-end tips for New Zealand not-for-profits
Financial year end can arrive quickly for many not-for-profits. Alex Houghton shares practical advice to help treasurers and finance teams prepare early and avoid a last-minute scramble.
Understanding the co-op and mutual world and the importance of the right Audit partner
Co-operatives and mutuals play a far bigger role in New Zealand’s economy and communities than many people realise. This interview explores how member-owned organisations work, where the sector is heading, and why governance and audit need to reflect a different ownership model.
Key elements of a successful NFP governance structure
A strong governance structure helps not-for-profits lead effectively, make good decisions, and stay accountable. Use this quick reference guide and checklist to see how your governance is tracking and where there’s room to strengthen.
Lessons from Nanogirl Labs: building stronger social enterprises
The recent liquidation of Nanogirl Labs is a reminder of both the promise and the pressures of social enterprises in New Zealand. Balancing the heart of a charity with the discipline of a business is powerful, but also challenging. With stronger governance, audits, and planning, social enterprises can build the resilience they need to thrive.
How smart Incorporated Societies use audits to grow
Audits are often seen as a compliance task, something to tick off for funders or the rules. But for incorporated societies, they can do much more. A well-run audit builds trust, strengthens governance, and helps attract funding. With the right approach it becomes a strategic asset.
