VAN AALST Management provides effective financial management helping NGOs build long-term funder relationships the basis for sustainable funding and financial security.

Effective financial management of an NGO and its projects brings clear benefits to staff, members and organisational efficiency. Funders feel reassured. Impact is increased. Progress is assured.

My role is to help European civil society organisations achieve effective financial management. I work as an external support or a temporary in-office resource to provide a tailored service.

My expertise comes from 15 years experience of financial management of leading European NGOs. Anticipating the needs of key funders, such as Foundations and the European Commission, enhances confidence and encourages lasting commitment. My experience allows me to anticipate, analyse and act for effective financial management. Helping organisations save time and money.

You can use my services for:

Your (annual) funding applications
Development and implementation of NGO specific management systems for all project and operational grants, in an integrated manner
Your accountability procedures to internal and external stakeholders, such as board of directors, general assembly, funders and auditors
Compliance with financial and legal obligations including labour law, eligibility rules, audits, VAT and taxes

You can use my services if:

You prefer to hire an experienced freelancer instead of an employee
You need to cover maternity leave, sabbatical leave etc.
You need to bridge temporary changes in staff capacity