Bristol Community Accountancy Project

Welcome

BCAP was set up to provide the following services for voluntary sector organisations, including registered charities, credit unions, companies limited by guarantee and community interest companies in Bristol and the surrounding area.

• Preparation of annual accounts (for small voluntary groups or companies limited by guarantee.
• Independent Examination service (for charities with income under £500,000 p.a.)
• Staff and volunteer training advice on all financial matters applicable to the voluntary sector.
• Payroll bureau (we offer both weekly and monthly services).
• Help setting up financial systems and procedures, from petty cash to financial reporting and everything in between.
• A twice weekly Helpline is available to members.

We aim to provide professional and affordable services and our friendly staff are available to talk to you about any of the above.

We will provide access to information on any financial aspect relevant to the social economy sector, and in times of crisis we will do our utmost to provide immediate practical help and advice.

If you are thinking “What could BCAP do for me?” we suggest you ask yourself the following questions:-

• Are we confident in preparing our accounts for audit/examination?
• Do we have access to financial advice?
• Does the management have a clear idea of the current state of the finances on a weekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly basis?
• Is cash handled efficiently?
• Are our book keeping systems easy to understand?
• Are we cost effective in preparing our payroll?
• Do we handle our finances efficiently and effectively?
• Do we have access to financial training?

Please do take a look around our website to see what exciting things we can offer you.

BCAP is committed to the implementation of equal opportunities in its relationship with members and users.

BCAP is the shortened name of Bristol Community Accountancy Project registered charity number 11031282, company number 4052019.