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Self-Study: Nonprofit Revenue Recognition: Back to the Basics

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1.0 Credits

Member Price $41.00

Non-Member Price $90.00

Overview

This practical course demystifies revenue recognition for nonprofits. You’ll learn how to confidently distinguish between exchange transactions and contributions, master the five-step process for recognizing exchange transactions, and get clear guidance on accounting for contributions. Real-world examples will help you apply these principles with ease and accuracy. This session was recorded on May 29, 2025, for CalCPA’s Not-for-Profit Organizations Conference.

Highlights

  • Understanding revenue recognition core principles
  • Distinguishing exchange transactions and contributions
  • Applying the five-step recognition model
  • Identifying performance obligations in contracts
  • Accounting for conditional and unconditional contributions
  • Recognizing revenue over time or point-in-time
  • Using practical examples for better clarity

Objectives

  • Understand the difference between exchange transactions and contributions.
  • Learn the 5-step process for recognizing exchange transactions.
  • Explore examples of revenue transactions for not-for-profit entities.

Non-Member Price $90.00

Member Price $41.00