Non Profit Advanced Financial Management Training-Brisbane-November 2026

Facilitator-led online advanced finance training for Board members & leaders of not-for- profit organisations in Brisbane and across QLD Advanced Financial Management Training for Non-profit Organisations Strong financial management is about more than understanding financial reports. For board and committee members, CEOs and managers, it means being able to use financial information to assess performance, identify emerging risks and make informed decisions that support the organisation's long-term sustainability. Designed for those who already have a working understanding of non-profit finances, this practical workshop builds on the foundations of financial literacy and takes participants further into financial analysis, forecasting, risk management and strategic financial decision-making. Participants will explore how to look beyond the figures presented in financial reports, identify trends and warning signs, challenge assumptions and ask the right questions of management. The workshop will also examine how financial strategy, funding, reserves, cash flow and organisational priorities work together to support a financially sustainable organisation. What You Will Learn Following the workshop, you will be able to: • Analyse financial performance and identify key trends, risks and emerging issues • Use financial ratios and indicators to assess financial health and longer-term sustainability • Interpret financial forecasts, scenarios and long-term financial plans • Better manage cash flow, liquidity and working capital to maintain financial health • Understand key cost drivers and assess the financial sustainability of programs and services • Strengthen financial governance, accountability and risk management • Review financial policies, controls and reporting practices to improve financial oversight • Consider funding strategies, reserves and investment decisions in the context of organisational objectives • Meet key compliance obligations from the various NFP regulators, including current and upcoming changes to ACNC reporting, tax concessions, payroll and superannuation • Link budgets and financial decisions to strategic priorities and organisational outcomes • Ask effective financial questions of management and appropriately challenge assumptions What's Involved? This is a practical, non-technical workshop designed to help participants move beyond simply reading financial reports to actively using financial information in organisational decision-making. Through practical examples and discussion, participants will develop tools and approaches they can apply within their own organisation to strengthen financial oversight, assess sustainability and make more informed strategic decisions. Who Should Attend? Experienced board and committee members, Treasurers, CEOs, Managers and Leaders from non-profit and community organisations who already have a working understanding of financial reports and want to strengthen their financial management and governance skills. Program Details Location: Delivered online via Zoom Meeting Contact: 1300 144 113 or [email protected]