J O’Connor Pty Ltd blog provides practical guidance on audits, reviews, governance, and financial reporting issues commonly faced by incorporated associations and community organisations.
The Debit Cards Nobody Told You About: A New Treasurer's Guide
Just discovered your not-for-profit has debit cards — and no receipts? What a new treasurer should do first, plus the special rules for Queensland P&Cs.
How to Tender for Audit Services
To tender for audit services, ask two or three qualified auditors for written quotes based on the same information about your organisation, then compare them on price, experience, independence and terms before your committee appoints one.
Access to Records, Confidentiality and the Privacy Act — Why Trust Matters in Auditing
Learn why auditors and independent reviewers require access to committee minutes and financial records, how the Privacy Act 1988 protects your information, and why Chartered Accountants treat confidentiality as a professional obligation.
Your First Year-End as Treasurer?
Taking on the role of treasurer for the first time? Learn what happens during an audit or review, what records you’ll need, and how to prepare for a smooth financial year-end with confidence.
What Is My Financial Year End?
What is your financial year-end? Learn how financial years work in Australia for individuals, companies, charities and incorporated associations.
Compliance
Learn how community clubs and associations can ensure financial statement compliance, meet audit requirements, and avoid common reporting issues.
Fixed Fee Audits
Fixed-fee audit services for not-for-profits explained. Learn how fixed pricing works, the benefits, and why it removes cost uncertainty for associations.
Audit Timing
Learn how long an audit takes for a small association, what affects timing, and how to speed up the process before your AGM.
Audit vs Review: What’s Right for Your Charity or Association?
Understand the difference between an audit and a review for charities and incorporated associations. Learn the benefits, costs, and which option is right for your organisation.
Why Engagement Letters Matter
An engagement letter sets out the terms of an audit or review, including scope, responsibilities, and fees. For incorporated associations, it plays a key role in managing risk, supporting compliance, and ensuring clarity before financial reporting work starts.
Why Committee Minutes Matter
Learn why clear committee minutes are essential for incorporated associations in Queensland. Find out the legal requirements, common mistakes, and how good minutes make your audit or review faster and easier.