Be a faithful steward

As a financial administrator for a church or ministry, you’re accountable to a wide range of
stakeholders from pastors, donors, passionate supporters and the IRS. The rules and reporting
regulations you follow seem to evolve daily, making compliance a full-time effort. Salmon Sims
Thomas Accountants and Consultants have a 25 year history of serving the financial needs of
churches and ministries. The Faithful Steward blog is your resource for learning about the latest
tax related issues as well as ways to keep your ministry in excellent financial condition.

Promote fiscal responsibility

You’re responsible for your ministry’s compliance with all the federal and state regulations. And
the stakes are high. Failure to comply can cost you your nonprofit status. It helps to have an
outside partner working with you to ensure asset protection, strengthen or establish internal
controls and hold the line with financial issues and church policies. Details such as cash flow,
housing allowances and even staff use of cell phones can keep you busy before you even
consider your responsibility to donors. We can help with assurance services (audits, reviews and
compilations) or review your policies and procedures. These services us help you set priorities
and keep your ministry on course.

Navigate challenges and opportunities

Many churches and ministries are facing financial challenges today. Salmon Sims Thomas has
weathered many storms with our clients and we’re able to look at the big picture to
solve present needs. Our goal is to work with you to prudently position you for the ebbs and flows
of giving trends.

Connect with another faithful steward

You want to steward your resources in the best way possible for the health of your ministry. We
understand your business matters, and we align with the hopes and dreams you have for your
ministry. You can count on us to put your interests first, to be your advocate, and to proactively
look for ways to help you meet your goals. The work you do changes people’s lives for the better,
and we’re honored to support you.

In addition to our work in church and ministries, we specialize in tax, audit and consulting for a
variety of nonprofit organizations. You may find a topic of interest in our firm’s other nonprofit blog
www.990taxhelp.com.

Together, our highest priority is to strengthen your organization’s financial position that helps you
fulfill your mission.

For more information, contact Bill Sims, CPA at 972-341-9545 or bsims@sstcpa.com