Our Guarantee
We develop a comprehensive package of professional services focused on the vital organs of your particular organization that will yield benefits which are immediate and manifold.
Executive Compensation Package & Tax Services
A Clergy Compensation Package is based upon 4-part compensation structure pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code for ordained ministers. Components to be developed and structured include:
- Ministerial Housing Allowance
- Retirement Plan
- Fringe Benefits
- Salary with annual increases and bonus package
Church Operations
Examination of leadership management and operating style, including the overall business practices of the church. The team will focus on each step of the business cycle for operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Our team will review the following:
- Budgeting
- Business Planning
- Board of Trustees Function & Training
- Business/Accounting Systems
- and more…
Financial Management &
Internal Controls
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Examining the financial infrastructure of the church.
Our Process
The focus here will be on both the FINANCIAL POSITION (assets, liabilities and financial sustainability) and the FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE (income, expenses, cash flows, and savings) of the church.
Examination Areas
Areas examined include:
- Adequacy of accounting and record-keeping systems
- Adequacy of technical training of accounting personnel
- Financial policies and procedures
- Pastoral compensation
- Proper segregation of financial duties
- Payroll systems and administration
- Operation budget
- Internal and external financial reporting
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Tax Compliance
The accounting and tax consulting team will conduct a thorough review of the CHURCH’s compliance with the tax-exempt laws of the Internal Revenue Code for its clergy and faith based non-profit organizations.
This process will include the proper structure and operation of church subsidiary organizations, as well as:
- An examination of the proper classification of financial transactions
- The treatment of income from non-ecclesiastical sources
- The structure and treatment of love offerings
- 990 tax filings
- Anniversary offerings
- Record keeping and all other related tax reporting.
- Honorariums paid to speakers
Mitigate Your Risk
Risk Management
The consulting team will study and evaluate the adequacy of:
Facilities, investment policies, insurances, other measures taken to safeguard the church’s assets, due diligence practices (i.e. background checks), minimize the legal liability exposure to the church and pastor, security and safety measures.
DEVELOPING A SPIRIT OF EXCELLENCE
Organizational Ministry Development
Our Process
The management consulting team will examine the organizational structure of the church, including the composition of all departments and auxiliaries, the leadership hierarchy and their division of responsibility.
Strategic Planning
We will also study and effectuate strategic planning for:
- Any and all of the church’s goals and initiatives
- Succession planning
- Due diligence, and succession planning
- Direct the implementation of all resulting changes.
Study & Evaluate
We will also study and evaluate:
- Organizations vision and/or mission statement in view of its organizational habits, attitudes and practices
- Direct implementation of all related organization changes
- The structure and organization of all church subsidiaries (i.e.) schools, credit unions, community development corporations, etc
- Assist the CHURCH in establishing such entities.
Leadership Development
The consulting team will study and evaluate the leadership structure at every level of authority.
The focus of our inquiry will include:
- Professional business coaching for the Senior Pastor
- Crisis management
- Structure, organization and technical training of the Official Board and other church officers
- Job descriptions for department heads, auxiliary leaders, and both volunteer and paid staff
- Ethical considerations
- Conflict of interest policies and procedures
Church Marketing
The consulting team will study and evaluate the ideals, methodology, and systems used for all CHURCH growth efforts, including:
- All literature
- Membership database management
- Programs
- Internal and external communications of church programs, events, ministries, and outreach opportunities
- Hospitality Efforts
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We provide the highest quality professional services giving optimal support and guidance in your business needs.