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Financial Professional Volunteer Opportunities

January 21, 2021/in Volunteer /by Amanda Roman

The Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the business opportunities and vitality of Black-owned and minority businesses in Rhode Island through access to capital, contracting, business development resources, entrepreneur training, business advocacy, meaningful investor services, and workforce development. CPAs and finance professionals have the ability and opportunity to […]

RIBBA Board of Director Member Position Description

January 21, 2021/in Volunteer /by Amanda Roman

Financial Professional Volunteer Opportunities

January 21, 2021/in Volunteer /by Amanda Roman

RIBBA Board of Director Member Position Description

January 21, 2021/in Volunteer /by Amanda Roman

CPAs and finance professionals have the ability and opportunity to make a difference in their communities. Many provide pro bono accounting services, consult on accounting and auditing matters, provide accounting or income tax assistance, or help in audit preparations. These volunteers come from all sectors of the accounting profession, including public accounting firms, private industry, government, and educational institutions.

RIBBA is currently seeking financial service volunteers to assist in the following areas:

Direct Accounting Assistance

Tax preparation
Preparation for the annual audit
Reduced-rate auditing
Designing and implementing accounting and control systems
Consulting or Advisory Services

Tax matters

Financial management
Budgets and forecasts
Computer software selection
Loan or grant applications
Responsibilities in reporting to government agencies
Business start-up consulting

Community Service

Providing free or low-cost seminars and workshops on accounting and finance.
Serving on board of directors.
Assisting in reconstructing records
Speaking to young adults
Giving lectures to minority business on basic accounting concepts, such as taxes, financial planning and personal cash management.
Mentoring for women or minority small business owners.
Offering bilingual assistance to small, minority-owned businesses.
Mentoring accounting students.

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