FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Trust is built on transparency—and strong financial practices are foundational to that trust. Whether you're overseeing a small budget or stewarding major grants, fiscal accountability is essential to running an organization with integrity, wisdom, and sustainability.
This course walks you through key components of a strong financial system—from accounting procedures and internal controls to financial planning, asset management, and audits. Whether you’re developing your first financial policy or strengthening a mature finance department, this course equips you with the knowledge, tools, and templates to lead well.
YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH
- A framework for building or reviewing financial systems in your organization
- Tools and templates for budgeting, reporting, and board-level financial oversight
- Guidance on fraud prevention, financial policies, payroll, procurement, and audits
- Editable policies and procedures to customize for your context
- A CAFO Certificate of Completion to demonstrate your learning
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Customizable Tools
& Templates
Editable resources and logo-free templates to help you take your learning into practice.
Team Discussion &
Summary Guides
Review what you've learned and lead others through team discussions with provided guides and curated resources.
CAFO Certificate of
Completion
Show your commitment to growth and best practices with a downloadable certificate from CAFO.
A PROVEN FRAMEWORK FOR BETTER CARE
This course is part of CAFO’s Core Elements of Success program, which provides a clear roadmap to improving outcomes for vulnerable children through evidence-based training on key aspects of quality care.
Drawing from global best practices and enriched by insights from NGOs, field experts, and experienced leaders, each course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to provide quality care for vulnerable children and families. Topics range from child protection and confidentiality to board governance and fiscal accountability—giving you the resources to implement best practices across every aspect of your organization, ensuring your efforts lead to meaningful, positive outcomes.
If you're committed to achieving measurable results—rather than just hoping for positive outcomes—and need actionable strategies and tools to improve your program, this course is for you.
CAFO’s Core Elements of Success: Simplified care improvement, designed for you.
AT A GLANCE
Strengthen your organization with sound financial systems and ethical stewardship.
- Who is This Course For?
- Christian leaders and staff serving vulnerable children and families
- Program managers, board members, or care decision-makers
- Anyone seeking practical tools grounded in both Scripture and science
- Time Commitment
- Fully self-paced
- Most courses take 3 hours to complete, but you’re welcome to move at your own pace.
- Price
- $89 CAFO Members
- $99 Non-Members
- Need help covering the cost? Learn about scholarships and group discounts.
- Coupon codes can be applied at checkout.
COURSE CURRICULUM PREVIEW
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