ChurchTrac Limited Accounting Setup Service (CLASS) is a paid service we offer to churches that need help getting started with their church accounting.
ChurchTrac Limited Accounting Setup Service (CLASS) is a paid service for ChurchTrac Accounting. (This is available on a paid Plus Plan subscription.)
Our team will add your accounts, list your designated funds with their current balance, list your income/expense categories, and much more. This allows you to rest easy and know that your church is equipped for success and your accounting is set up for success!
This service may not be necessary for every church. Here are some reasons why you might NOT need it:
Read our User Guide articles and reach out to our support team with any questions you have as you set up the Accounting feature.
We have always kept our prices intentionally affordable. This service is no exception.
When you compare this price to the cost of the average CPA, this service will likely save you hundreds of dollars and hours of your time!
Below is what we will do for your church:
With something as important as your church's accounting, it's important to set clear expectations.
So let's talk about what CLASS does NOT include...
Send us a support ticket and let us know you are interested in the CLASS service.
You will receive an email from us asking for a few documents and with additional instructions. Keep an eye out for that email.
How do I sign up for CLASS?
Send a support ticket and let us know you are interested. We will send you an email asking for more information. Once we have that info, you will get a link to schedule a consultation call.
What if my treasurer doesn't want to use ChurchTrac? Or a computer?
We certainly can't force anyone to use our software.
Spreadsheets have served your church well but lack easy reporting and accountability. ChurchTrac Accounting makes it easy to generate the reports you need to understand your church's finances. Plus, multiple users can access the Accounting feature from anywhere, making it easy to keep the church accountable.
Why does it cost so much?
We understand if your church is small and working with a tight budget. That's actually why we priced it the way we did!
The average cost of a CPA is $60-125/hr, and that's on the low end. If you continue with them after the initial setup, you have to keep paying them at that rate.
At $299, you get excellent service at an intentionally affordable rate!
Does ChurchTrac offer double-entry accounting?
No. Most churches don't need that much complexity to manage their books.
We use a single-entry accounting system because that is what most churches need.
DISCLAIMER: We are not accountants, nor are we a professional accounting service for churches. As an accounting software provider, we always recommend reaching out to a certified accountant to review your church finances.