Fierce Academy is the training and education hub of Fierce Consulting Group, designed to equip nonprofit and faith-based leaders with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to build sustainable, high-impact organizations. Through expert-led courses, workshops, and coaching, we provide practical guidance on nonprofit management, financial stewardship, fundraising, compliance, and organizational growth.
Fierce Academy
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Empowering Nonprofit Leaders Through Education
Whether you’re launching a new nonprofit, seeking to strengthen governance, or mastering financial best practices, Fierce Academy offers accessible, results-driven training tailored to your needs. Our goal is to empower leaders with the confidence and expertise to navigate challenges, maximize funding opportunities, and create lasting change in their communities.
How to Customize Your Chart of Accounts
Customizing Your Nonprofit Chart of Accounts is a self-paced course designed to help nonprofit leaders and bookkeepers build a clean, organized, and mission-aligned financial structure. You’ll learn how to categorize income and expenses, track restricted funds, apply cost allocation methods, and set up your Chart of Accounts in QuickBooks Online or Wave. By the end, your books will be board-ready, funder-friendly, and audit-prepared.
The Fierce 990’s
Certification
This self-paced course is designed for tax professionals, bookkeepers, nonprofit advisors, and nonprofit leaders who want to master IRS Form 990 preparation. Our two-tier certification program includes a Basic Level Certification, covering all essential 990 forms (990-N, 990-EZ, 990) and compliance practices, and an Advanced Level Certification, which dives deeper into the full Form 990, complex schedules, private foundations (990-PF), and audit-level reviews. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take your skills to the next level, this course equips you with the tools, checklists, and confidence to prepare accurate, funder-ready returns.
Basics of Nonprofit Bookkeeping and Accounting
Unlock the financial confidence your nonprofit needs with our Basics of Nonprofit Bookkeeping and Accounting course. Designed specifically for nonprofit leaders, board members, and staff, this course breaks down the fundamentals of managing your organization’s finances with clarity and ease. Whether you’re just starting out or need a refresher, you’ll learn how to set up your chart of accounts, track income and expenses, manage grants, understand restricted vs. unrestricted funds, and stay audit-ready—all using nonprofit best practices. Through practical examples, worksheets, and tech tutorials (including QuickBooks Online), you’ll build a strong foundation to make informed decisions, remain compliant, and tell a compelling financial story to your funders and stakeholders. Perfect for organizations that want to grow with confidence and integrity.
Membership
Get the Financial Clarity Your Nonprofit Deserves
In partnership with Urban Awareness USA
Managing a nonprofit’s finances doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. As a member of the Nonprofit Bookkeeping and Accounting Group through Urban Awareness USA, you’ll receive the expert support and tools you need to feel confident, compliant, and in control.
Led by Jennifer Muchison, this membership offers real-time guidance, monthly check-ins, and a safe space to ask questions as you grow.
Here’s what’s included:
- Tax Filing Support
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Budget Setup & Review
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Chart of Accounts Setup
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Monthly Financial Reviews
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QuickBooks Guidance
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Financial Statement Support
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Audit Readiness
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Unlimited Q&A Portal
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Monthly Trainings + Live Q&As
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Community Access
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One-on-One Opportunities
This isn’t just financial training—it’s ongoing, hands-on support from people who understand your mission. If you’re ready to lead your organization with confidence and clarity, we invite you to become a member today.
Your mission deserves more than just a vision—it needs a solid foundation to thrive.
Whether you’re launching a nonprofit, strengthening your church, or refining your financial strategy, Fierce Consulting Group is here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s build something impactful together.
