What Your ED Should Know About the Numbers

This practical guide for nonprofit Executive Directors builds financial fluency without requiring accounting expertise. It explains how to use three key financial reports, the Statement of Operations, cash flow forecast, and Statement of Financial Position, to understand organizational performance, anticipate cash flow risks, and make more informed leadership decisions. The resource emphasizes asking the right financial questions, interpreting reports in context, and establishing a regular reporting rhythm to support effective governance and strategic decision-making.

This resource was prepared in partnership with Enkel (www.enkel.ca).