Choosing the right charity accounting software is critical for organisations managing complex funds, reporting requirements, and compliance. This case study explores how Bank Worker (BW) Charity scaled its financial operations using Aqilla’s cloud accounting solution.

See why BW Charity implemented Aqilla to support their finance function.

BW Charity manages charitable funds and activities, requiring strong financial oversight across income, expenditure, and reporting. Like many organisations in the sector, it must balance transparency and governance requirements with the need to operate efficiently and cost-effectively.

Modernising charity finance with cloud accounting software

As the newly appointed Head of Finance and Investments, Edel Smith recognised the need for a more capable and scalable finance solution.

• Legacy accounting software lacked scalability for a growing non-profit organisation

• Need for greater functionality tailored to charities

• Requirement for a system that remained cost-effective

Drawing on positive past experience, Edel recognised that Aqilla was the right fit to solve these challenges.

“I used Aqilla in a previous charity, so I knew it was a good system. {BW Charity} wanted to upgrade their system, and Aqilla was the best option for the functionality we need as a charity.”

Expert-led implementation: Transitioning to a cloud-native finance softwaresolution

Aqilla delivered a straightforward cloud-native transition, supported by experienced consultants and a familiar, trusted platform. Edel’s previous experience with Aqilla gave immediate confidence in the platform and its capabilities.

• Smooth implementation process with minimal disruption

• Experienced consultants providing training and guidance

• Prior experience with Aqilla gave confidence in the solution

• Automated workflows

• Clear, intuitive system aligned to finance team needs

The results: Improved financial transparency and reporting for charities 

BW Charity now benefits from a system that meets their needs today, while supporting future growth.

• Improved confidence in financial processes and reporting

• A cost-effective solution aligned to budget constraints

• A scalable platform to support ongoing development

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