Accountant for Charities & NFPs
As a charity or not-for-profit organisation, we understand that much of your time can be engaged with fundraising concerns as well as the growing need to demonstrate sustainability, transparency, accountability and responsible governance. Our charities team, headed by our directors Caroline Webster and Kerry Hawkins, understand these challenges – whether you are a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, Charitable Company, Unincorporated Association or Trust.
Our experienced team at UHY Ross Brooke is comprised of qualified accountants with expertise in the charities and education sector. We are proud of their loyal service and recognise the importance of staff continuity to our clients. They are well placed to advise on aspects such as initial charity set-up, running a charity, compliance, mergers and choice of legal entity – supported by valuable links to solicitors with charity expertise.
Specialist Accountancy Services for Charities & NFP
- Audit or independent examination of accounts
- Preparation of accounts in Charities SORP format
- Advice on VAT and corporation tax
- Use of trading subsidiaries
- Guidance on application of Charities SORP and fund accounting
- Advice and assistance with accounting systems and book-keeping
- Assistance to trustees in fulfilling their statutory responsibilities
- Payroll services and auto-enrolment
- Assistance with charity registration
- Links with solicitors who specialise in the charity sector
Caroline Webster has helped charities with their accounts, audit and governance for over 25 years. Her pragmatic approach takes into account the regulatory environment within which charitable organisations must operate, and the current pressures on funding and resources.
Her detailed knowledge of the accounting requirements for charities includes the Charities SORP and fund accounting. Caroline has considerable experience at Board and Trustee level, regularly attending trustee meetings in her capacity as audit partner, establishing good relations to assist with their statutory and governance requirements. In her voluntary capacity she has been the Treasurer of SSNAP, the charity supporting the special care unit at the John Radcliffe Hospital, and is presently an adviser to the trustees of Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse and Rape Crisis Centre.
Merton College Oxford, Murray Edwards College Cambridge and The Oxford Preservation Trust have been some of Caroline’s clients. She has also carried out grant audits of several of Oxfam’s UK and International projects over the years.
Meet our charity specialists
Caroline Webster leads our not-for profit team in our Thames Valley offices and is the audit partner for a wide range of charities and academy schools. Caroline has over 25 year’s experience helping charities with their accounts, audit and governance. Her pragmatic approach takes into account the regulatory environment within which charitable organisations must operate, and the current pressures on funding and resources.
Her detailed knowledge of the accounting requirements for charities includes the Charities SORP and fund accounting. Caroline has considerable experience at Board and Trustee level, regularly attending trustee meetings in her capacity as audit partner, establishing good relations to assist with their statutory and governance requirements. In her voluntary capacity Caroline has held several Trustee positions and this practical experience informs the advice which she provides to her charity clients. She has been the Treasurer of SSNAP, the charity supporting the special care unit at the John Radcliffe Hospital, and is presently an adviser to the trustees of Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse and Rape Crisis Centre.
Merton College Oxford, Murray Edwards College Cambridge and The Oxford Preservation Trust have been some of Caroline’s clients. She has also carried out grant audits of several of Oxfam’s UK and International projects over the years.
Kerry Hawkins has nearly 25 years’ experience working in professional practice at UHY Ross Brooke, having joined us as a trainee in 1999 and becoming a director in 2017. Her wide experience and sympathetic approach to the culture and aims of the sector ensure there is clear guidance through the charity regulations, offering advice on practical ways to ensure compliance.
Kerry has 10 years’ experience in the charity and not-for-profit sector, providing advice and support to a range of charities including housing providers, food banks, stately homes, theatre groups, church groups, community forest projects and community interest companies. She takes care of the accounting needs and independent examinations for her clients and provides valuable support to trustees with her advice on charity matters.
Kerry is passionate about supporting her clients with all aspects of accounting and tax compliance, and advisory work. Her flexible approach ensures she meets clients’ individual needs.
She has helped various sporting, community, healthcare and cultural charities, and not-for-profit organisations. In Kerry’s voluntary capacity she is currently an adviser to the trustees of St Michael’s Parent School Association.
Emily Ness is an experienced FCCA and FCA. With an extensive background in auditing, she has honed her expertise across a diverse range of industries and company sizes, equipping her with invaluable skills and fresh insights for supporting charities and non-profit organizations (NFPs).
Emily is working with Caroline and Kerry to enhance her understanding of the charitable sector and to offer audits to NFPs and charities from the Swindon office.
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UHY was named as the leading audit firm for overall service levels in Charity Finance Magazine’s 2024 Audit Survey.
