Sunday, January 26, 2014

A Guide To Credit Union Accounting

By Nelda Powers


For a lot of people it can be difficult to find lenders who will lend them money. There is also the worry that those that will may also charge them very high interest rates. One alternative people may not have considered is using the services of a credit union. In order to make sure their lending is ethical the lender must use the right credit union accounting.

The reason this is important is that in many respects unions have more of a reputation to uphold. While all lenders are expected to follow certain standards and practises there is pressure for them to invest ethically. Therefore the records they keep need to be accurate so that people know where the money has been invested.

If you are setting something up for yourself then you need a system for your day to day transactions. There are numerous types of software that can allow you to record your transactions. It helps to look online for customer reviews so that you can find something that will provide accurate records yet at the same time also be reasonably accessible and easy to use.

There is also the need to demonstrate where the money goes on a day to day basis. You need to show how much the union spends on expenses such as rent and utilities as well as payment for people who work for them and so forth. It is important that people can clearly see these records.

Aside from lending it is also vital that people know what you are doing and that you treat their money with care. You should be able to give information on how much the people working for you are getting paid, the amount you pay for rent, utilities and so forth. Each of these aspects ought to be properly noted.

All the records also need to be available to any potentially relevant third parties who will want to look at your financial performance. It is important that a union can demonstrate that they are adhering to any local codes and practises. The records should provide a relevant and accurate reflection of the financial state of the union.

If possible you should also use the services of a professional accountant. Ideally you want to find someone who has worked with a union before. This means they will be more aware of what is expected of them and to work in an ethical way and adhere to the standards expected. It is best to compare at least three accountants in order to consider who offers the most appropriate service and experience.

In short you need to be careful when looking for credit union accounting. There is a level of accountability that may result in more scrutiny than other forms of lending. This is why you need to check online to keep updated on the latest standards and practises. With the right approach you can reassure customers and any other relevant parties that your accounting has been properly recorded and demonstrate that you are adhering to all the relevant standards in your local area.




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