Those working for charities are to be offered financial guidance at a forthcoming seminar, it has been revealed.

Due to be organised by accountancy firm PKF, the London advice session will see charities receive advice on Gift Aid, Pay As You Earn systems and VAT.

In addition, those attending the seminar will be given tips on how to save money and comply with various legal requirements.

The seminar is free and takes place on Tuesday September 9th at the firm’s Farringdon Place office.

Among the speakers at the event will be PKF director of VAT Debbie Jennings and Philip Fisher, who is partner of employment tax and rewards.

Senior manager of corporation tax Sarah Campbell will also be offering advice to third sector bodies at the seminar.

Ms Jennings said: "Charities have a continual struggle with a complex and constantly evolving tax system."

Such financial assistance could help those working in the voluntary sector to manage sustainable efficiencies.

Earlier this month, minister for the third sector Phil Hope claimed that the training of 3,000 public sector commissioners could help such institutions win public service contracts.

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