Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Accountancy Services for Charities & Non-Profits
Cornwall Community Accountancy Service (CCAS) was established in October 2010 to address the financial management challenges faced by charities, social enterprises, and community groups across Cornwall. Founded by Chartered Certified Accountant Debbie Risborough, our organisation specialises in providing tailored accountancy services, independent examinations, and training specifically designed for the not-for-profit sector. We developed the CCAS Cashbook, a user-friendly financial tool, to help organisations manage income and expenditure effectively. Our team offers free 20-minute guidance sessions to ensure clients maximise the utility of our resources. As a registered charity operating under the Cornwall Community Action partnership, we collaborate with Cornwall Rural Community Council and Penwith Community Development Trust to strengthen the voluntary sector.Our work includes delivering financial training internationally, such as Debbie Risborough's Excel training for deaf communities in rural Africa. We actively seek trustees who share our commitment to community resilience and financial transparency. With over a decade of experience, we combine technical expertise with sector-specific knowledge to improve organisational efficiency. Our services include bursaries for organisations unable to afford standard accountancy fees, ensuring accessibility for all community-focused groups. We maintain strong relationships with local councils and voluntary service organisations to better understand and address the financial challenges faced by our clients.
Services
Accountancy Services
Financial Training
Independent Examination
Bursary Support
Charity Law Advice
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years' experience supporting not-for-profit organisations
- Our team includes Chartered Certified Accountants with charity law expertise
- We offer free 20-minute financial management guidance sessions
- We provide bursaries for organisations unable to afford standard fees
- Our CCAS Cashbook tool simplifies income and expenditure tracking
What people say
Invaluable expertise
Confidence in financial systems
Free training sessions
Tailored support
Bursary availability
Services
Accountancy Services
We provide tailored accountancy solutions for charities and community groups, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance with statutory requirements. Our services help organisations maintain accurate records and meet regulatory obligations. We offer both fee-paying and bursary-supported options to ensure accessibility.
Financial Training
Our training programs cover financial management best practices, including the use of our CCAS Cashbook tool. We deliver practical sessions to help organisations confidently manage their finances. Training includes one-to-one support and group workshops tailored to specific organisational needs.
Independent Examination
We conduct independent examinations of financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with charity regulations. This service helps organisations maintain transparency and build trust with stakeholders. Our examinations meet sector-specific accounting standards for not-for-profit entities.
Bursary Support
We offer bursaries for organisations unable to afford standard accountancy fees. This support ensures all community groups can access professional financial services. Eligibility is assessed based on organisational needs and financial capacity.
Charity Law Advice
Our experts provide guidance on charity law compliance, including reporting requirements and governance standards. We help organisations navigate complex regulatory frameworks. This service ensures clients maintain good standing with regulatory bodies.
People
Debbie Risborough
Founder & Chartered Certified Accountant
Debbie founded CCAS in 2010 after gaining international experience supporting charities during her gap year. She specialises in charity accountancy and law, developing the CCAS Cashbook tool to simplify financial management for community organisations.
Questions
What services do you offer for charities?
We provide accountancy services, financial training, independent examinations, and charity law advice specifically tailored for charities and community groups.
Do you offer free support for non-profits?
Yes, we provide free 20-minute guidance sessions and bursaries for organisations unable to afford standard accountancy fees.
How can I access your financial tools?
Our CCAS Cashbook tool is available for download from our website with accompanying guidance to help you get started.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve charities and community groups across Cornwall, with some international training initiatives.
