How a Church Responded When a Trusted Minister Embezzled Funds
Experts weigh in during a panel discussion on what happened.
Bookkeeping
Dynamic Cash-Flow Forecasting is Key to Managing Rapid Change
Budgeting during a time of rapid change is a matter of ditching the annual budget and doing some dynamic cash-flow forecasting and planning.
Q&A: What Do We Need to Know About Outsourcing Financial Tasks?
Keep these factors mind: cost, security, and savings.
Knowing When to Outsource Church Accounting Duties
Running a financially-sound ministry begins with knowing whether to outsource church accounting duties.
The Changing Dynamics of the Church Treasurer Role
Five key developments that have reshaped the position during the past 25 years.
Know Your Audience: Tips for Church Financial Reporting
Church financial reporting is a crucial part of church governance. That's why it's wise to remember your audience.
Some Churches Keep Their Budgets Rolling
Navigating unexpected ups and downs with an alternative budget.
What Should My Church Do with Old, Uncleared Checks?
Sometimes, a check is written but never cashed. Tips on how to handle these old, uncleared checks.
Leveraging Data for Decision Making in Churches
Learn how churches can improve decision-making and growth by leveraging data for financial reporting and metrics.
Can restricted funds be used for anything but their intended purpose?
Understand the limitations on restricted funds and how to handle donor-restricted gifts within the law.
Transitioning from Business to Church Finance: Lessons and Insights
Learn how transitioning from business to church finance requires new skills, education, and a focus on serving others.
Six Tips for QuickBooks Success
Six tips for QuickBooks success will help your church get the most out of this powerful software program
Who Should Know What People Give at Church?
Discover six approaches to managing church giving records and promoting financial stewardship with integrity.
Fiscal or Yearly? Setting Your Church’s Budget Calendar
Setting your church's budget calendar may not be top-of-mind, but it affects virtually every facet of church operations.
Strengthening Church Financial Management: 7 Key Practices
Discover seven key practices to improve church financial management and support ministry success.
Can the Church Borrow from a Restricted Fund?
Understand the legal and ethical considerations of borrowing from restricted funds and learn best practices for church financial management.
The Fraud Triangle and How Internal Controls Protect Churches
Discover five ways strong internal controls protect your church from fraud, errors, and reputational damage while fostering financial accountability.
7 Common Financial Control Problems
Address these common issues before trouble surfaces.
4 Ingredients for an Effective Accounting System
Don't let sloppy or poor accounting practices compromise your church's finances.
Should Churches Own Multiple Bank Accounts?
The risks of allowing each church group to have one.