Accounts payable carries a heavier burden in nonprofits than in typical organizations. Every invoice must align with funder rules, budget expectations, and audit requirements — often across multiple programs and grants. This guide breaks down how nonprofit AP teams can strengthen financial stewardship through structure, automation, and cleaner upstream purchasing workflows.

A strong nonprofit purchasing policy protects your mission, reduces compliance risk, and ensures teams spend responsibly. This guide covers the essential steps every nonprofit should take to build a policy that’s clear, consistent, and audit-ready.