1. Accrual System
2.
Checks and BalancesThe YWCA maintains the accounting system on an accrual basis.
The Finance Committee with approval of the Board may designate bequests received by the YWCA.
Stocks or bonds received as
bequests are generally sold at the fair market price at the time of
receipt and the moneys invested in mutual funds or short term vehicles.
Stocks or bonds received as contributions are sold and proceeds put
into the operating checking account.
Investment performance is reviewed
by the Finance Committee monthly and twice yearly in depth with outside
experts brought in.
Special attention is given
to diversification among stable mutual fund families, and between stocks
and bonds investments.
Dividend income from the investment
portfolio is used in the yearly operating account.
A detailed policy and procedures
statement on the investments is attached.
7.Payroll
8. Capital expenditure and depreciation
9. Timelines