Treasurer Archive

Whether you're a new PTO treasurer or a veteran, you'll find tons of ideas and tips in the articles below to do your job even better. Find more helpful tools and info on the Parent Group Treasurer resources page.

  • Dealing With Bad Checks

    Many problems with check payments can be avoided by having a clear policy in place from the start.

  • Figuring Finances for Events

    How to build a simple cost model and estimate the start-to-finish finances for your group's new events.

  • 5 Smart Financial Controls

    Avoid unnecessary headaches with these practices to keep your assets safe and your records clean and up to date.

  • When To Change Banks

    If the fees are piling up or there's a limit to the number of transactions you can make each month, it might be time to look for a better checking account at a new banking center. Keep a few basics in mind when you do.

  • Preventing Theft: Why It's Crucial

    Theft from PTOs and PTAs doesn't happen because there's a criminal in your midst. It happens because need meets opportunity—opportunity you can and should prevent.

  • How To Manage Your Budget

    These basic bookkeeping procedures will help you keep your PTO budget in order.

  • Budget Basics for PTOs

    Budgeting makes all of your financial decisions easier. Follow these steps to create a budget for your PTO, even if you’ve never had one before.
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