Not-for-Profit

New Zealand's not-for-profit sector plays a vital role in strengthening communities, supporting vulnerable people and delivering services that improve lives. From charities and incorporated societies to membership organisations, trusts and foundations, not-for-profit organisations operate in an increasingly complex environment where governance, transparency and accountability have never been more important.

At RSM New Zealand, we understand that every dollar matters. Your focus is on delivering outcomes for your community, while ours is on helping you build a financially sustainable organisation that enables you to achieve your mission.

Our team works alongside boards, trustees and executive teams to provide practical accounting, audit, tax and advisory services that strengthen governance, improve financial management and support long-term organisational success. 

Understanding the Industry

Not-for-profit organisations face increasing expectations from funders, regulators, donors and the communities they serve. Financial sustainability, governance, compliance and reporting are becoming increasingly important as organisations respond to changing funding models, rising operating costs and growing community demand.

Whether you're a registered charity, incorporated society, educational trust, sporting organisation or membership body, having trusted advisers who understand the unique operating environment of the sector can make a significant difference.

At RSM, we believe strong governance and sound financial management provide the foundation for organisations to focus on what matters most—creating positive outcomes for New Zealand communities. 

Industry Experience

We work with a diverse range of organisations across New Zealand's not-for-profit sector, including:

• Registered charities  
• Charitable trusts  
• Incorporated societies  
• Membership organisations  
• Community organisations  
• Religious organisations  
• Sporting organisations  
• Educational trusts  
• Arts and cultural organisations  
• Philanthropic foundations  

Our advisers understand the governance, reporting and compliance obligations unique to the sector and tailor our advice to meet the needs of each organisation. 

How We Support Your Organisation

Strengthen Governance 

Supporting boards and leadership teams to build strong governance frameworks and make informed strategic decisions.

• Governance advisory  
• Board reporting  
• Financial reporting  
• Strategic planning  
• Risk management  

Build Financial Sustainability 

Helping organisations improve financial resilience while maintaining accountability to members, donors and funders.

• Budgeting and forecasting  
• Cashflow management  
• Funding advice  
• Financial management  
• Business advisory  

Meet Your Compliance Obligations 

Providing practical advice to help organisations meet evolving reporting and regulatory requirements.

• Audit & Assurance  
• Tax  
• Charities reporting  
• Financial statement preparation  
• Regulatory compliance  

How We're Helping New Zealand Organisations 

Our specialists work alongside not-for-profit organisations across New Zealand, supporting them through a range of strategic, governance and financial engagements, including:

• Providing audit and assurance services for charities, trusts and incorporated societies.  
• Supporting boards with governance advice and financial reporting.  
• Assisting organisations to strengthen budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial sustainability.  
• Advising charitable organisations on tax, compliance and reporting obligations.  
• Helping organisations improve internal controls and financial management practices.  

Why RSM?

We recognise that success in the not-for-profit sector isn't measured by profit—it's measured by impact.

Our advisers take the time to understand your organisation, your purpose and the communities you serve. By combining expertise across audit, accounting, tax and advisory services, we provide practical support that strengthens governance, builds confidence and allows your organisation to focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Whether you're a local community organisation or a national charity, we're committed to helping you build a resilient organisation that can continue making a difference for years to come.