Controllership / Bookkeeping Fundamentals

Level 1: Controllership/Bookkeeping Fundamentals


“Level 1 ensures your organization has accurate, audit-ready books delivered on time every month, enabling you to focus on your mission while we handle your financial fundamentals.”

This service includes:

  1. Highly Experienced Financial Team
    • A dedicated team of 2-3 professionals, each with undergraduate degrees (and often master’s degrees) in accounting or finance.
    • Team members have 10+ years of relevant work experience, with many holding or pursuing Chartered Accountant (CA) designations—an internationally recognized credential above the CPA standard in the U.S.
    • Deep understanding of your unique operational environment ensures seamless service delivery.
  2. Comprehensive Bookkeeping
    • Accurate recording of all financial transactions
    • Management of accounts payable and receivable
    • Tracking program fees, contributions, and deposits
    • Handling payroll transactions and employee liabilities
  3. Specialized Non-Profit Expertise
    • Management of donor-specific fund restrictions
    • Tracking of membership annual revenue recognition
    • Compliance with non-profit accounting standards to ensure regulatory adherence
  4. Personal Financial Controller
    • An accounting leader/manager serving as your organization’s controller
    • Design and implementation of modern internal controls
  5. Monthly Close Process
    • Structured and timely monthly financial close
    • Thorough balance sheet reconciliations
    • Review and management of the Chart of Accounts
  6. Enhanced Financial Reporting Package
    • Detailed Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)
    • Comprehensive Balance Sheet
    • Cash Flow Forecast
    • Custom supporting schedules tailored to provide actionable insights into your organization’s financial performance
  7. Technology Enablement
    • Expertise in financial software like QuickBooks and Microsoft Office products

“By choosing Level 1, you gain access to a highly skilled team that ensures accurate bookkeeping while providing foundational financial clarity needed for organizational success.”

Contact us for further information or visit www.vestedway.com for more information.