Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Financial Services for Nonprofits
Goldin Group was founded in 2007 with a singular mission to empower nonprofit organizations through exceptional financial expertise and advanced technology solutions. Our team combines over 20 years of nonprofit-focused accounting experience with state-of-the-art financial tools to streamline operations, ensure compliance, and drive strategic growth. We specialize in delivering customized financial services that address the unique challenges faced by mission-driven organizations, from day-to-day transaction management to complex grant compliance and audit preparation. Our approach merges the agility of a small business with the infrastructure of a large firm, allowing us to provide personalized support while maintaining industry-leading standards.We commit to continuous innovation in financial technology integration, helping nonprofits improve reporting accuracy, achieve operational efficiency, and maintain financial transparency. With a proven track record of serving top nonprofit organizations across the DMV region, our firm has earned national recognition for its visionary approach to accounting services. Our partnerships with major nonprofit trade associations demonstrate our deep understanding of sector-specific financial requirements. By handling complex financial operations, we enable our clients to focus entirely on advancing their missions while maintaining complete confidence in their financial stewardship.
Services
CFO Services
Controller Services
Tax Planning
Payroll Processing
Transactional Services
Grant Management
Financial Reporting
Audit Readiness
Budgeting
Strategic Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We bring 20+ years of nonprofit-specific financial expertise to every client engagement
- Our team integrates cutting-edge financial technology with traditional CPA services
- We develop customized financial solutions tailored to each organization's unique needs
- Our audit-ready financial systems ensure complete compliance and transparency
- We maintain national recognition from leading accounting industry organizations
Associations and certifications
- CPA.com's 2019 Innovative Practitioner of the Year
Services
CFO Services
Our outsourced CFO services provide strategic financial guidance through budgeting, cash flow management, and financial projections tailored to nonprofit organizations. Our team delivers expert advice on resource allocation, grant management, and strategic reporting while leveraging cutting-edge technology. These services offer cost-effective financial leadership that scales with organizational growth, providing critical insights for informed decision-making.
Controller Services
We manage complete back-office financial operations including reporting, payroll processing, and grant compliance for nonprofit organizations. Our experienced team ensures accurate financial record-keeping and timely reporting through cloud-based systems. This comprehensive service package supports organizations in maintaining audit-ready status while freeing internal staff to focus on mission-critical activities.
Tax Planning
Our tax professionals develop customized strategies to optimize nonprofit tax positions while ensuring compliance with complex regulations. We analyze organizational tax situations to implement effective planning strategies that align with financial goals. This service includes year-round advisory support to maximize tax efficiency and minimize compliance risks.
Payroll Processing
We provide complete payroll administration including state registration, benefits coordination, and multi-state compliance management. Our experts work with major payroll platforms to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation. This service integrates seamlessly with broader financial systems to maintain complete operational efficiency.
Transactional Services
Our team captures ongoing financial transactions to generate accurate statements and real-time management dashboards. This service provides continuous visibility into organizational financial performance through customizable reporting metrics. Cloud-based integration ensures timely access to critical financial data for informed decision-making.
People
Javier Goldin
Managing Partner
With 20+ years of accounting experience, Javier founded Goldin Group and earned national recognition as an innovative CPA. He combines technology expertise with nonprofit financial knowledge to transform accounting practices. He graduated from George Washington University with an MBA in Finance.
Ariel Goldin
Director of Client Relations
A licensed CPA and client relations expert, Ariel manages client acquisition and marketing. He brings prior private equity fund accounting experience and graduated from Elon University. He specializes in strategic client partnerships.
Alicia Coleman
Chief Financial Officer Lead
A licensed CPA with 17 years in nonprofit leadership, Alicia previously worked at KPMG and AT&T. She provides strategic financial guidance to clients while maintaining active involvement in community service through nonprofit board participation.
Grace Cao
Chief Operating Officer
With 10 years at Goldin Group, Grace leads CFO service coordination and client onboarding. A former Deloitte auditor, she holds a master's in Economics from Vanderbilt University and specializes in client needs assessment.
Ruby Zhang
Director of Operations
Ruby manages financial operations for major nonprofits in Maryland. With a master's in Accounting from George Washington University, she specializes in nonprofit financial audit readiness and software integrations across multiple accounting platforms.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for nonprofits?
We provide comprehensive services including CFO support, controller functions, tax planning, payroll processing, and audit readiness tailored to nonprofit organizations.
How do you handle tax compliance for nonprofit organizations?
Our tax specialists analyze organizational needs and implement compliance strategies while optimizing tax positions through year-round advisory services.
What technology systems do you use?
We implement cloud-based platforms like Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, and Bill.com to create integrated financial technology stacks for our clients.
How does your outsourced CFO service work?
We provide virtual CFO services with customizable packages that include budgeting, financial projections, and strategic advisory tailored to nonprofit needs.
Do you offer payroll services for nonprofits?
Yes, we manage complete payroll processing including state registration, benefits coordination, and compliance across multiple software platforms.
Reviews (7)
Michael S.
Jul 29, 2015
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I have been working with Goldin Group for over 5 years now. I begun when the company was in its infancy and rode the
growth to what it is today. The company has been helping me with my taxes and accounting
needs. One thing that has distinguished this relationship is their
desire to serve and provide the best possible customer experience. I have many good things to say about this company and I highly recommend
then, particularly if what you are looking for a boutique, personalized approach to
getting your queries answered and a sense of team support.
growth to what it is today. The company has been helping me with my taxes and accounting
needs. One thing that has distinguished this relationship is their
desire to serve and provide the best possible customer experience. I have many good things to say about this company and I highly recommend
then, particularly if what you are looking for a boutique, personalized approach to
getting your queries answered and a sense of team support.
Alex K.
Jul 29, 2015
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I have been using Goldin Group for the past 2 years and I have enjoyed their professionalism and devotion. I am really happy with how they have handled my tax filings. They have managed to maximize my tax returns when other accountants failed in the past. Mia has been assigned to my tax filing and she is extremely helpful and professional. She is very fast in responses. I would highly recommend their services.
Andrew F.
Jul 21, 2015
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I went with Goldin Group for my 2013 Tax Return, and as far as I am aware, there were no issues with the filing, and I had no issues in my dealings with the Goldin Group. So when it came time to file my 2014 Tax Return I decided to go with them again. I was originally quoted a price of $350 to handle my 2014 Tax Return. I paid the initial retainer of $175 on 2/6, once they had filed my Return they then Withdrew $325 on 4/27, which is $150 dollars more than I was originally quoted. I called and spoke with the Director of Client Relations who verified that they had incorrectly over billed me, and
Karen K.
Mar 11, 2015
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The group was recommended to us from a friend and we are glad we took the advice! We have worked with the Goldin Group for the past few years and are very happy with the service. The best part for us has been that we can meet with them face to face whenever we like to go over the details in person. If something is needed they are quick to respond and get back to us, the personal attention has made all the difference. We have dealt with various members of the staff and also with Javier directly, everyone has been very professional and fast.
Chuck D.
Jan 10, 2015
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Absolutely the worst. I wish there were zero stars. Bethesda based and assumed they knew what they were doing. Had our sit down, brought all our documents and walked through what we had going on in 2014 for our 2013 filing. Well they showed us that we had a pretty large return. Of course we're excited and thought we found a good one. Time passes and no return. Next thing we get in the mail is that we are return was way less, like way less. Almost nothing. Why? Goldin assumed we were paying tax certificates throughout the year. They never asked, just assumed. So that was that.
Fernando A.
Dec 19, 2014
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Nueva Vida (www.Nueva-Vida.org) has used the Goldin Group as their outsourced accounting firm. Their attention to detail and holistic approach, has made them a high-quality firm for a reasonable price. They have been key in helping us develop an accounting infrastructure, where our former firm had failed.
Javier (the principal owner) has so much experience with non-profit work that he is also good communicating with not only multiple members of the team, but also board members and communicating at their level of accounting expertise. We will gladly endorse the Goldin Group for others interested
Javier (the principal owner) has so much experience with non-profit work that he is also good communicating with not only multiple members of the team, but also board members and communicating at their level of accounting expertise. We will gladly endorse the Goldin Group for others interested
Pat C.
Nov 30, 2014
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The folks at Goldin have been doing my taxes every year for 7 years. They are fast, professional, and accurate. They receive my tax information in March along with everyone else's but somehow they still get the forms ready and submitted before April 15th. They work with my investment advisor to get that impossible Schedule D right. They have won my appreciation and respect. I will go back to them again for my 2014 taxes.
