We are aware. You didn't go into ministry to become an accountant. You were called to be a leader in your church and make disciples.
A church's financial health depends on its ability to accurately and expertly use their resources. A bookkeeper who is qualified and skilled means that they are experts in the correct way to enter data, comply with federal and local regulations, and can ensure accurate reporting.
Your church's leaders and administrative staff will be free to concentrate on the church’s mission instead of its bookkeeping.
Want the youth director to be able to add her expenses directly to your accounting system but don’t want her to have access to payroll information? FT Walton Church Bookkeeping LLC has you covered.
You will be able to reassure your congregants their tithes and donations are being used as intended. When congregants know their donations are used wisely, they are more likely to continue to donate.
FT Walton Church Bookkeeping LLC will help to protect your church and prevent fraud. Many stories have been reported about misappropriation of funds from charities and other non-501c3 groups. To protect your organization, we'll keep an eye on it.
We believe that listening is the key to building a client relationship based on trust and respect. We aim to help you build your faith organization and be more successful by offering financial guidance, leadership and advice.
How To Manage Church Records
Identify The Church Records That You're Going To Manage. Based on your local state laws you will need to figure out what records are imperative to keep. ...
Implement A Retention Schedule. ...
Establish Retention And Destruction Policies.
The biblical pattern shows without question that the pastor should be involved in the oversight of the church's finances, however, Scripture also prescribes the attitude and actions of the pastor to avoid disqualification of influence and trust.
Bookkeepers maintain the financial records of the church that includes income and expense records. They are supposed to keep records of the dates and amount of every transaction of the church.
Working in church accounting, you share the same responsibilities as an accountant in any other organization. You record expenses, track contributions made by the congregation, and monitor spending on various programs. Your duties center around bookkeeping, documenting and controlling finances for a church.