church accounting

For both nonprofits and churches, the end of the year tends to be a common time for giving. In particular, December is the biggest giving month of the year. Lots…

What is journal entry anyway? What is double-entry accounting? And how do journal entries work in fund accounting? We’re glad you asked. When you enter a transaction in an accounting…

An Intro to Nonprofit Fund Accounting: Lesson 2 What is fund accounting, and what does it have to do with nonprofits, charitable, or religious organizations? It’s a standard almost all…

As we round the calendar and prepare to begin 2014, a lot of nonprofits and churches are going through the process of closing their financials for the year. At Aplos,…

There are very few things that are simple about church planting, and budget planning isn’t one of them. Despite the tricky nature of planning a budget for an entity that…

What is a 501(c)(3) church, and what are some benefits and disadvantages of a church having a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status? This is what you need to know. When starting a…

It’s that time of year again. Organizations, including nonprofits and churches, must wrap up their books and make sure everything from payroll to accounts payable are in order so they…

If your organization’s fiscal year is from January to December, this time of year may leave you feeling a wide range of emotions. You likely find yourself grateful for the…