Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants for Charities & Non-Profits in Cornwall
Established in 2010, Cornwall Community Accountancy Service (CCAS) was founded by Debbie Risborough, a Chartered Certified Accountant with a passion for supporting the voluntary sector. Our mission is to enhance the financial efficiency and effectiveness of charities, social enterprises, and community groups across Cornwall. We provide tailored accountancy services, independent examinations, and practical training to help non-profit organisations thrive. Our CCAS Cashbook tool offers a user-friendly solution for managing income and expenditure, complemented by free 20-minute guidance sessions. As a registered charity under the Cornwall Community Action partnership, we combine professional expertise with a deep commitment to community resilience.Our team has supported organisations globally, including delivering financial training to deaf communities in rural Africa. We prioritise accessibility through bursaries for groups unable to afford standard fees and collaborate closely with local councils to address sector-specific challenges. With over a decade of experience, we offer specialist knowledge of charity law and financial management systems, ensuring clients maintain compliance while focusing on their core charitable objectives.
Services
Charity Accountancy Services
Financial Training
Independent Examinations
Bursary Support
Cashbook Tool
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer free 20-minute guidance sessions for using our CCAS Cashbook tool
- Our team provides tailored accountancy services specifically for non-profit organisations
- We combine charity law expertise with practical financial management experience
- Bursaries available for organisations unable to afford standard accountancy fees
- Proven track record supporting over 100 community groups since 2010
What people say
Invaluable expertise
Confidence in financial systems
Excellent support
Practical training
Services
Charity Accountancy Services
Specialist accountancy support tailored for charities and social enterprises. We provide statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance, and financial reporting aligned with charity law requirements. Our services help organisations maintain accurate records while focusing on their charitable objectives, with flexible fee structures including bursary options for those in need.
Financial Training
Practical financial training programs designed for community groups and non-profits. Our sessions cover cashflow management, budgeting, and financial control systems. We offer both group workshops and one-to-one guidance, including our popular free 20-minute support sessions for users of the CCAS Cashbook tool.
Independent Examinations
Independent examination services meeting Charity Commission requirements. We conduct thorough reviews of financial records, internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards. Our reports help organisations identify improvements while ensuring transparency and accountability to stakeholders and funders.
Bursary Support
Need-based financial support for organisations unable to afford standard accountancy fees. Our bursary program ensures access to professional financial services regardless of current resources, helping early-stage or struggling community groups establish sound financial foundations.
Cashbook Tool
User-friendly digital cashbook system designed specifically for community groups. This downloadable tool simplifies income and expenditure tracking with built-in guidance features. We provide free support sessions to help users maximise its capabilities for accurate financial record-keeping.
People
Debbie Risborough
Founder & Chartered Certified Accountant
Debbie founded CCAS in 2010 after gaining international experience supporting charities during her gap year travels. She specialises in charity law and financial management, having delivered training to deaf communities in rural Africa. Her expertise helps organisations streamline financial processes while maintaining compliance.
Questions
What services do you offer for charities?
We provide accountancy services, independent examinations, financial training, and our CCAS Cashbook tool specifically designed for charities and community groups.
How can I access the free cashbook support?
Download our CCAS Cashbook tool and book a free 20-minute guidance session through our website to get started with financial record-keeping.
Do you work with non-Cornish organisations?
While based in Cornwall, we support charities nationwide through remote services, though our primary focus remains on organisations within Cornwall.
What if I need help understanding charity accounts?
Our team offers tailored support for charity accounting requirements, including guidance on statutory reporting and compliance with Charity Commission regulations.
How do you support early-stage community groups?
We offer bursary schemes for organisations unable to afford standard fees, along with practical training to help new groups establish sound financial systems.
