We Know the Complexities of Running an Association
Trade and professional associations play an important role in our economy. They bring together businesses and professionals to advance common interests, providing members with advocacy support, education, and networking opportunities. However, associations face many challenges in the current business climate.
Organizations that are thriving today are embracing private sector business practices and innovative technologies, identifying and leveraging additional sources of revenue, and proactively addressing regulatory and industry issues. GRF’s advisors have deep experience serving the industry across a broad range of operational areas.
Our Clients Include:
- Trade Associations
- Professional Societies
- Membership Organizations
- Business Leagues
- Chambers of Commerce
- Boards of Trade
Dedicated Association Expertise
GRF provides trade and professional associations with the support they need to tackle economic and technological shifts. Our experts provide accounting, tax, operations, and advisory services with a focus on industry best practices and innovation from the business world. As a result of GRF’s work with clients worldwide, international membership organizations can draw upon our firm’s extensive global experience.
Our approach is to work with you, side-by-side to address the special business challenges you’re facing. Together we can deploy the best business practices in the industry, innovative technologies, and our deep understanding of legal and regulatory issues to foster your success.
Financial Reporting and Compliance
Financial Reporting and Compliance- Outsourced Accounting
- Audit and Assurance
- Accounting Assessments
- Tax Planning and Preparation
Operational Performance
Operational Performance- Accounting Technology Selection & Implementation
- IT & Cybersecurity
- Internal Audit
- Targeting Reserves
Effective Governance
Effective Governance- Enterprise Risk Management
- ESG / Sustainability & Carbon Accounting
- Fraud Prevention / Whistleblower Investigations
Why GRF?
At GRF, you’ll work with a partner who has deep roots in the association community, backed by GRF’s 40+ years of connections and experience with clients in the association space. We bring technical expertise and real-world business acumen together to help trade and professional associations tackle today’s challenges and opportunities.
Focus
GRF is one of the only public accounting firms that focuses on the complex audit, accounting, tax, risk, and operational needs of association clients.
Knowledge
Our auditors and advisors receive regular training to ensure they have the technical skills and expertise to address the unique challenges of associations.
Opportunity
You’ll gain access to GRF’s expert team training sessions, webinars, and seminars to stay informed of financial, operational, and regulatory issues that will impact your association.
What our Clients Say:
We have worked with several partners and their teams over the course of multiple engagements, always impressed by both their depth of knowledge of the nonprofit industry and NASPA’s work, with significant time taken to understand not just what we do but why we do it.”
Amy M. Shopkorn, Vice President for Operations and Olivia Nembhard, Controller, NASPA
ERM Handbook for Association Board Members
This ERM handbook for association board members provides a thorough understanding of ERM principles and practices, highlighting the essential role board members play in risk oversight for their association.
