Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Nonprofit Accounting & CFO Services in Bethesda, MD
Founded in 2007, Goldin Group specializes in providing financial expertise exclusively for nonprofit organizations. We combine over two decades of industry experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver customized CFO services, accounting solutions, and strategic advisory support. Our team of certified professionals focuses on simplifying financial operations, ensuring compliance, and enabling mission-driven growth through tailored back-office services and cloud-based collaboration tools. Recognized by the AICPA as an innovative CPA firm, we serve as strategic partners to help nonprofits achieve sustainable financial success. 
Services
CFO Services
Controller Services
Tax Planning
Payroll Processing
Financial Analysis
Grant Management
Audit Readiness
Strategic Advisory
Cloud Accounting
Nonprofit Budgeting
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We bring over 20 years of nonprofit-specific financial expertise.
- Our team integrates cutting-edge technology with CPA services.
- We offer fully customizable service packages for nonprofit organizations.
- Award-winning recognition from the AICPA for innovative practices.
- We specialize in audit-ready financial reporting and compliance.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
What people say
Exceptional nonprofit knowledge
Tech-driven solutions
Responsive team
Audit-ready reporting
Strategic advisors
Services
CFO Services
Our outsourced CFO services provide strategic financial oversight tailored to nonprofit needs. We offer budgeting, cash flow management, grant reporting, and strategic advisory to help organizations achieve long-term sustainability. Services include financial analysis, KPI tracking, and audit preparation.
Controller Services
We handle nonprofit financial operations including payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance reporting. Our controller services ensure accurate financial statements, grant compliance, and streamlined accounting processes using cloud-based technologies.
Tax Planning
Our tax services specialize in nonprofit compliance including Form 990 preparation, unrelated business income tax analysis, and strategic tax planning. We help organizations maintain tax-exempt status while optimizing financial efficiency.
Payroll Processing
Full-cycle payroll services for nonprofits including state registration, benefits administration, and compliance reporting. We support ADP, Paycom, and Gusto platforms while ensuring accurate tax filings and labor law adherence.
Audit Readiness
We specialize in preparing nonprofits for audits with accurate financial reporting and internal control assessments. Services include documentation organization, compliance gap analysis, and implementation of best practices for federal and state audit requirements.
People
Javier Goldin
Managing Partner
CPA with 20+ years in nonprofit accounting, recognized by AICPA for innovative practices. Led firm to national acclaim through technology integration.
Ariel Goldin
Director of Client Relations
Licensed CPA managing client acquisition since 2019. Specializes in nonprofit financial consulting and technology implementation strategies.
Alicia Coleman
Chief Financial Officer Lead
CPA with 17 years in nonprofit leadership. Former KPMG accountant now guiding strategic financial initiatives for mission-driven organizations.
Grace Cao
Chief Operating Officer
Economics master's graduate with 10 years at Goldin Group. Oversees client needs assessment and CFO service coordination.
Ruby Zhang
Director of Operations
Accounting expert with 7 years serving Maryland nonprofits. Specializes in financial reporting, audit readiness, and software integrations.
Questions
What nonprofit financial services do you offer?
We provide CFO services, controller support, tax planning, payroll processing, audit readiness, and strategic financial consulting tailored to nonprofit organizations.
How long have you specialized in nonprofit accounting?
Our firm has focused exclusively on nonprofit financial services since founding in 2007, with team members holding 15+ years of industry experience.
What technology platforms do you use?
We implement Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Xero, and Bill.com while ensuring seamless software integrations for nonprofit clients.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
Primarily Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, with virtual services supporting nonprofits nationwide.
Are you AICPA recognized consultants?
Yes, our firm received AICPA recognition as one of the country's most innovative CPA practices for nonprofit services.
How do you ensure compliance?
Through continuous audit preparation, grant compliance monitoring, and implementing GAAP-compliant financial reporting standards.
