Accounting Solutions for
Large Churches
You lead a complex ministry. We help you steward it with integrity, precision, and Spirit-aligned strategy.
Support for Large Churches with Complex Ministries
If your church has 350+ members and a $700K–$2M+ budget, you likely face layered systems, multiple staff, and increased financial oversight demands. We specialize in helping churches like yours steward resources faithfully while managing complexity with clarity, precision, and leadership alignment.
Why We’re Different from a Typical Accounting Firm
Typical Accounting Firm
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Church Training Center
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| Bookkeeping | Transaction entry only | Context-aware bookkeeping aligned with church cycles |
| Payroll | Basic compliance | Ministry-specific payroll with benefits oversight |
| Reports | Generic financial reports | Custom board-ready reports with interpretation |
| Leadership Engagement | Not included | Financial coaching and training for staff and governing bodies |
| Governance Alignment | Not Addressed | Support for audit prep, policy development, and board training |
| Spiritual Framing | No connection to mission | Rooted in biblical stewardship and spiritual clarity |
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Packages for Large Churches
Choose the right level of support for your ministry’s needs.
Church Finance & Governance Package
Comprehensive financial systems and governance coaching for complex ministries.-
Accounting: Full-service enterprise transaction recording and general ledger maintenance customized to the unique structures of large churches.
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Event Registration: Setup and tracking for multi-event registrations and restricted income accounts.
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Payroll: Complete payroll services including clergy-specific treatment, direct deposit, quarterly filings, W-2 preparation, and benefits tracking.
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Bank Reconciliation: Monthly reconciliation for 4–10 bank accounts and up to 10 credit card accounts.
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Grant Accounting and Reporting: Grant specific reporting for grant compliance.
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Financial Reports: Monthly financial statements: Statement of Financial Position, Activities, Budget Comparisons, Cash Flow, Fund Balance Reports.
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Dashboard Reporting: Custom dashboards with charts/graphs for key financial trends and leadership insights.
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o Multi-Year Financial Modeling: Scenario planning and endowment tracking .
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Basic CRM Support: Contributions tracking for 200–500 donors
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Financial Statement Review: Monthly Zoom review with finance committee and designated staff.
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Budget Development Support: Budget worksheets, trend analysis, and two 2-hour budget planning session.
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Tax Exemption Compliance Audit: Annual review of payroll, contractor use, unrelated business income, restricted funds.
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External Audit Support: 15 hours of audit preparation support.
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Financial Policies & Procedures: Review, training, and coaching to implement policies specific to church context.
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Bylaw Review: Comprehensive review with recommendations for governance improvement.
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Vendor Contract Review: Review and consultation on active vendor contracts.
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Effective Church Leadership Community Access: Weekly best practices, webinar library, downloadable tools, and support forum.
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Published Resources: Each board member receives: Embracing Our Call: A Practical Guide for Church Governing Body Leaders, Serving The Call: A Training Manual for New Governance Body Members, The Heart of Stewardship, The Practice of Faith: Guiding Church Leaders in Spirit-Led Financial Ministry. Your Treasurer and Finance Committee members receive The Ministry of Money; A Treasurer's Role in the Mission of the Church.
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Cohort Training: Three 8-week cohort training sessions for governing body leaders and treasurers.
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Coaching: Access to Governing Boyd Chair and Treasurer Mastery Coaching Groups.
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Strengthening Spirit-Led Governance & Mission: 2-retreat series or 8-session Zoom training with 3 months of follow-up coaching.
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Starting at $35,000
Strategic Leadership & Finance Package
Our highest level of partnership, integrating strategic finance, mission alignment, and leadership formation.-
Accounting: Full-service enterprise transaction recording and general ledger maintenance customized to the unique structures of large churches.
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Event Registration: Setup and tracking for multi-event registrations and restricted income accounts.
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Payroll: Complete payroll services including clergy-specific treatment, direct deposit, quarterly filings, W-2 preparation, and benefits tracking.
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Bank Reconciliation: Monthly reconciliation for 4–10 bank accounts and up to 10 credit card accounts.
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Grant Accounting and Reporting: Grant specific reporting for grant compliance.
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Financial Reports: Monthly financial statements: Statement of Financial Position, Activities, Budget Comparisons, Cash Flow, Fund Balance Reports.
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Dashboard Reporting: Custom dashboards with charts/graphs for key financial trends and leadership insights.
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o Multi-Year Financial Modeling: Scenario planning and endowment tracking .
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Basic CRM Support: Contributions tracking for 200–500 donors
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Financial Statement Review: Monthly Zoom review with finance committee and designated staff.
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Budget Development Support: Budget worksheets, trend analysis, and two 2-hour budget planning session.
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Tax Exemption Compliance Audit: Annual review of payroll, contractor use, unrelated business income, restricted funds.
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External Audit Support: 15 hours of audit preparation support.
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Financial Control & Procedures Audit: A thorough evaluation of your financial system to ensure secure and transparent handling of contributions.
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Financial Policies & Procedures: Training, coaching, and resources for the development of financial policies and procedures specific to your ministry setting.
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Bylaw Review: Comprehensive review with recommendations for governance improvement.
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Vendor Contract Review: Review and consultation on active vendor contracts.
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Insurance Policy Review: Review of all insurance policies to ensure adequate coverages.
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Effective Church Leadership Community Access: Weekly best practices, webinar library, downloadable tools, and support forum.
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Published Resources: Each board member receives: Embracing Our Call: A Practical Guide for Church Governing Body Leaders, Serving The Call: A Training Manual for New Governance Body Members, The Heart of Stewardship, The Practice of Faith: Guiding Church Leaders in Spirit-Led Financial Ministry. Your Treasurer and Finance Committee members receive The Ministry of Money; A Treasurer's Role in the Mission of the Church.
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Cohort Training: Six 8-week coaching cohorts for governing body leaders and treasurers.
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Coaching: Access to Governing Boyd Chair and Treasurer Mastery Coaching Groups.
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Called Together Journey: This journey helps you listen for the Spirit, clarify your Calling, and align with God’s vision over multiple sessions. Ideal for churches seeking discernment and clarity.
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Sustainable Leadership & Legacy: This extended program includes all three Serving the Call retreats, adding sustainability, succession, and mentoring practices. It’s ideal for established congregations building long-term capacity and preparing future leaders. Offered as three retreats, an extended retreat, or a 12-session cohort with 12 months of coaching.
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Starting at $45,000
Greatest Value
Additional Options to Consider:
- Additional Cohort Training available at discounted rate of $1,200.
- Comprehensive CRM Support: $3,000-7,500 .
- Emergency Financial Consulting: $3,000 - $5,000/incident.
- Called Together Journey: $2,000 - $4,000.
- Additional Leadership Formation: $2,000 - $6,000.
Let's Explore What Your Church Needs
We’ll help you select the right package or tailor one to your ministry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size churches do you work with?
Church Training Center is prepared to work with churches, ministry settings, and judicatory offices of any size. We offer a variety of training and support options based on your ministry’s needs.
What make Church Training Center different from a bookkeeper?
Our team provides you with greater accounting expertise, mission-focused support, training, and resources.
Why choose Church Training Center over a CPA?
Church Training Center is devoted to Church accounting and are far more familiar with the polity, structure and needs of church leadership. We also provide far more resources, training and governance support than a CPA can provide.