Nonprofit

Maximizing efficiency to allocate more to your mission

We understand that your organization’s mission is the spark that guides everything you do. Abdo finds the financial efficiencies that focuses your resources—and your energies—where they belong.

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Abdo has provided accounting and consulting services to nonprofit organizations for half a century. Our specialized group of nonprofit accountants and consultants guide you through financial and operational challenges and offer clear direction on audit, tax, and accounting services as well as HR consulting and process improvement.

Our nonprofit team is passionate about their involvement in local communities and organizations, with many of our partners actively serving as board members for local nonprofit organizations. Our firm is also involved in several industry groups including the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.

Audit Services

Our fluency in the language of financial statements means assurance to all stakeholders.

Tax Services

Our holistic approach to managing taxes ensures an integration of business and personal goals.

Consulting & Advisory

We work closely with clients to help them navigate the constantly changing landscape of today’s world.

HR & Payroll

Our focus on complete, customized solutions leads to innovative ways to address today’s HR challenges.

Process Evaluation & Improvement

Customized solutions to help organizations realize their potential.

Forensic Accounting

Prevent, investigate, and recover from fraud with our team of experts.

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Case Study

Guiding a Minnesota Nonprofit Through Turbulent Times

In early 2020, MRCI was in the midst of transitioning to a more sustainable community-based service model. Then COVID-19 struck, and government shutdowns forced MRCI to cease operations.

In turbulent times, it’s critical to have someone on your team who can answer this question: Are we doing this correctly?

Brian Benshoof, MRCI CEO

Abdo Insights

A behind-the-numbers view of best practices and holistic thinking.

How to make the most of your organization’s in-kind contributions

Despite being non-financial, non-cash donations (a.k.a. in-kind contributions) can help to bolster your organization’s bottom line. Check out these three ways to make the most of them.

How automation can help fill your staffing gaps

Like many other employers suffering through the so-called Great Resignation, some nonprofits are struggling to fill — and keep filled — all of their positions. Automating processes with software could provide relief for organizations of every size.

This year I celebrate my 24th nonprofit audit. I have been privileged to work with incredibly professional and intelligent people from four different firms; the team at Abdo tops them all. The collaborating way they approach their work results in the feeling of a true partnership. The intention of an annual audit is to ensure compliance and provide solutions to be better as an organization – we are better today due to our partnership with Abdo!

LaChelle Williams

Executive Director   |   HOPE 4 Youth

Abdo's team is knowledgeable, professional, and always willing to help. If they don't have an answer immediately, they will research it and respond promptly.

Reed Heidelberger

Treasurer   |   Minnesota Association of Assessing Officers

This is our third year with Abdo and it’s been great working directly with Hannah and Joe. They both were amazing at responding to all my questions and provided direct and clear answers. Our yearly Audit was smooth and on time every year. I appreciate all their hard work and dedication to our organization!

Sara Tomee

Controller   |   Think Small

Nonprofit expertise

Guiding you to the best way forward

Our industry-specific experience delivers proactive problem-solving for any challenge.

Steve Anseth, CPA

Steve brings expertise and passion to nonprofits throughout Minnesota.

Jack Abdo, CPA

Overseeing Abdo’s audit practice, Jack helps organizations navigate the path to success.

MN Council of Nonprofits