BETHEL 360°Finance Department
Budgeting • Reporting • Forecasting • Stewardship. A secure financial management workspace for leadership, finance operations, reporting, close management and long-range planning.
Secure Finance Access
Finance Dashboard
Executive financial position, performance, liquidity and close status.
Budget Performance
Financial Attention
| Item | Status | Exposure |
|---|---|---|
| Rental receivables | Review | $8,250 |
| Con Edison payment plans | Current | $12,480 |
| Mortgage allocation | Matched | Aug |
| Bank reconciliations | 2 Open | 8/31 |
| Adjusting entries | Pending | 4 |
12-Month Cash Outlook
Month-End Close
| Bank recs | In Progress |
| AR review | Complete |
| Debt tie-out | Complete |
| Final approval | Waiting |
Debt & Liquidity
| Current Ratio | 1.72x |
| Debt / Assets | 38.4% |
| Liabilities / Assets | 42.1% |
| Unrestricted Cash Days | 118 |
| DSCR | 1.31x |
Finance Work Center
One-stop launch pad for recurring finance workflows.
Build Budget
Prepare assumptions, monthly budgets, versions and approval packages.
Variance Review
Investigate material budget vs actual variances and add explanations.
Reconcile Cash
Bank statements, GL balances, outstanding items and reserve balances.
Review Rentals
Contract rent, collections, aging, security deposits and renter history.
Debt Schedules
Mortgage principal/interest, credit obligations and payment plans.
Close Month
Complete reconciliations, adjustments, review, approval and period lock.
Financial Statements
Generate management and lender-facing statements from approved data.
Report Library
Access recurring financial reports and downloadable packages.
Budget Management
Version-controlled annual budgeting at account × department × month level.
Budget Assumptions
| Assumption | FY 2026 | FY 2027 Proposed | Method / Rule | Status | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pastor stipend | $36,000 | $36,000 | Flat unless approved change | Locked | |
| Maintenance | $6,000 | $6,000 | $500/month | Locked | |
| Rental revenue | Collection expectation | $109,800 | Contractual rent schedule | Applied | |
| Other income | Excluded | Excluded | Do not project unless instructed | Applied | |
| Utilities Nov-Mar | Seasonal | Seasonal | Average Jan + Feb invoices | Applied |
Detailed Cash Budget
| Budget Line | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | 4-Month Budget |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash Inflows | |||||
| Member Contributions | $36,000 | $37,000 | $38,000 | $42,000 | $153,000 |
| Prayer Breakfast | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Convention | $0 | $4,500 | $0 | $0 | $4,500 |
| Summer Concert | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Men's Fish Fry | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| General Fundraising | $2,500 | $2,000 | $2,500 | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Rental Income | $8,650 | $8,950 | $9,150 | $9,150 | $35,900 |
| Other Contributions | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Other / Interest Income | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $2,000 |
| Total Cash Inflows | $49,150 | $54,450 | $51,650 | $56,650 | $211,900 |
| Cash Outflows | |||||
| Bank Service Charges | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $1,000 |
| Pastor Allowance / Stipend | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $12,000 |
| Musicians | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 | $9,600 |
| Speaker Offerings | $800 | $1,000 | $800 | $1,000 | $3,600 |
| Tithes / Partnership Giving | $3,500 | $3,600 | $3,700 | $4,000 | $14,800 |
| Gifts / Benevolence / Ministry Support | $1,800 | $1,800 | $2,000 | $2,200 | $7,800 |
| Dues & Subscriptions | $550 | $550 | $550 | $550 | $2,200 |
| Insurance | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 | $8,800 |
| Printing & Reproduction | $500 | $600 | $500 | $700 | $2,300 |
| Professional / Consulting Fees | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $8,000 |
| Telephone / Internet | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 | $4,400 |
| Food Pantry | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 | $7,200 |
| Office Supplies | $650 | $650 | $700 | $700 | $2,700 |
| Fixtures & Equipment | $1,000 | $1,500 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Software | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $3,600 |
| Office Expense | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | $2,600 |
| Computer Expense | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $2,000 |
| Utilities | $4,680 | $5,210 | $6,430 | $7,200 | $23,520 |
| Building & Grounds Maintenance | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $2,000 |
| Taxes / Permits | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $1,600 |
| Other Operating / Miscellaneous | $3,600 | $3,800 | $3,800 | $4,000 | $15,200 |
| Mortgage Payment | $7,410 | $7,410 | $7,410 | $7,410 | $29,640 |
| Legacy Credit Card Minimums | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 | $4,800 |
| Con Edison Payment Plans | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 | $6,400 |
| Total Cash Outflows | $42,990 | $44,620 | $45,390 | $47,260 | $180,260 |
| Cash Position | |||||
| Opening Cash | $168,400 | $174,560 | $184,390 | $190,650 | - |
| Cash Inflows | $49,150 | $54,450 | $51,650 | $56,650 | $211,900 |
| Cash Outflows | $42,990 | $44,620 | $45,390 | $47,260 | $180,260 |
| Ending Cash | $174,560 | $184,390 | $190,650 | $200,040 | - |
| Liquidity Flag | Adequate | Adequate | Adequate | Adequate | |
Budget Category Manager
Create, organize, and maintain budget/reporting categories and their account assignments.
Budget Categories
Category
Assigned Accounts
Available Accounts
Forecasting
Rolling 12-month cash forecast and multi-year financial outlook.
Scenario Outlook
| Scenario | 12M Ending Cash | DSCR |
|---|---|---|
| Conservative → | $109K | 1.18x |
| Base → | $144K | 1.31x |
| Opportunity → | $181K | 1.46x |
Projection Horizon
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 → | $692K | $641K | $51K |
| 2028 → | $718K | $660K | $58K |
| 2029 → | $746K | $681K | $65K |
Detailed Rolling Cash Forecast
| Forecast Line | Jan-Aug Actual | Sep Forecast | Oct Forecast | Nov Forecast | Dec Forecast | FY Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash Inflows | ||||||
| Member Contributions | $239,600 | $392,600 | ||||
| Prayer Breakfast | $4,100 | $4,100 | ||||
| Convention | $5,600 | $10,100 | ||||
| Summer Concert | $3,850 | $3,850 | ||||
| Men's Fish Fry | $2,900 | $2,900 | ||||
| General Fundraising | $7,000 | $17,000 | ||||
| Rental Income | $63,200 | $99,100 | ||||
| Other Contributions | $14,000 | $20,500 | ||||
| Other / Interest Income | $1,450 | $3,450 | ||||
| Total Cash Inflows | $341,700 | $49,150 | $54,450 | $51,650 | $56,650 | $553,600 |
| Cash Outflows | ||||||
| Bank Service Charges | $1,600 | $2,600 | ||||
| Pastor Allowance / Stipend | $24,000 | $36,000 | ||||
| Musicians | $19,200 | $28,800 | ||||
| Speaker Offerings | $6,400 | $10,000 | ||||
| Tithes / Partnership Giving | $28,000 | $42,800 | ||||
| Gifts / Benevolence / Ministry Support | $14,400 | $22,200 | ||||
| Dues & Subscriptions | $4,400 | $6,600 | ||||
| Insurance | $17,650 | $26,450 | ||||
| Printing & Reproduction | $3,900 | $6,200 | ||||
| Professional / Consulting Fees | $16,000 | $24,000 | ||||
| Telephone / Internet | $8,800 | $13,200 | ||||
| Food Pantry | $14,400 | $21,600 | ||||
| Office Supplies | $5,200 | $7,900 | ||||
| Fixtures & Equipment | $8,500 | $13,000 | ||||
| Software | $7,200 | $10,800 | ||||
| Office Expense | $5,200 | $7,800 | ||||
| Computer Expense | $4,000 | $6,000 | ||||
| Utilities | $41,580 | $65,100 | ||||
| Building & Grounds Maintenance | $3,520 | $5,520 | ||||
| Taxes / Permits | $3,200 | $4,800 | ||||
| Other Operating / Miscellaneous | $28,800 | $44,000 | ||||
| Mortgage Payment | $59,280 | $88,920 | ||||
| Legacy Credit Card Minimums | $9,600 | $14,400 | ||||
| Con Edison Payment Plans | $12,800 | $19,200 | ||||
| Total Cash Outflows | $347,630 | $42,990 | $44,620 | $45,390 | $47,260 | $527,890 |
| Cash Position | ||||||
| Opening Cash | - | $168,400 | $174,560 | $184,390 | $190,650 | - |
| Cash Inflows | $341,700 | $49,150 | $54,450 | $51,650 | $56,650 | $553,600 |
| Cash Outflows | $347,630 | $42,990 | $44,620 | $45,390 | $47,260 | $527,890 |
| Ending Cash | - | $174,560 | $184,390 | $190,650 | $200,040 | - |
| Liquidity Flag | Adequate | Adequate | Adequate | Adequate | ||
BUDGET VS ACTUAL
Detailed Jan-Aug 2026 actual performance compared with the approved Jan-Aug cash budget.
2026 Budget vs Actual - Detailed Cash Basis
| Budget Category | Budget YTD | Actual YTD | Variance $ | Variance % | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash Inflows | |||||
| Member Contributions | $54,664 | $239,600 | $184,936 | 338.3% | Favorable |
| Prayer Breakfast | $5,886 | $4,100 | ($1,786) | -30.3% | Attention |
| Convention | $6,706 | $5,600 | ($1,106) | -16.5% | Attention |
| Summer Concert | $4,702 | $3,850 | ($852) | -18.1% | Attention |
| Men's Fish Fry | $3,636 | $2,900 | ($736) | -20.2% | Attention |
| General Fundraising | $0 | $7,000 | $7,000 | - | Favorable |
| Rental Income | $64,664 | $63,200 | ($1,464) | -2.3% | On Plan |
| Other Contributions | $0 | $14,000 | $14,000 | - | Favorable |
| Other / Interest Income | $336 | $1,450 | $1,114 | 331.5% | Favorable |
| Total Cash Inflows | $140,594 | $341,700 | $201,106 | 143.0% | |
| Cash Outflows | |||||
| Bank Service Charges | $168 | $1,600 | $1,432 | 852.4% | Attention |
| Pastor Allowance / Stipend | $24,000 | $24,000 | $0 | 0.0% | On Plan |
| Musicians | $12,000 | $19,200 | $7,200 | 60.0% | Attention |
| Speaker Offerings | $2,000 | $6,400 | $4,400 | 220.0% | Attention |
| Tithes / Partnership Giving | $1,600 | $28,000 | $26,400 | 1650.0% | Attention |
| Gifts / Benevolence / Ministry Support | $2,336 | $14,400 | $12,064 | 516.4% | Attention |
| Dues & Subscriptions | $2,664 | $4,400 | $1,736 | 65.2% | Attention |
| Insurance | $4,136 | $17,650 | $13,514 | 326.7% | Attention |
| Printing & Reproduction | $336 | $3,900 | $3,564 | 1060.7% | Attention |
| Professional / Consulting Fees | $6,800 | $16,000 | $9,200 | 135.3% | Attention |
| Telephone / Internet | $2,000 | $8,800 | $6,800 | 340.0% | Attention |
| Food Pantry | $1,664 | $14,400 | $12,736 | 765.4% | Attention |
| Office Supplies | $1,000 | $5,200 | $4,200 | 420.0% | Attention |
| Fixtures & Equipment | $1,336 | $8,500 | $7,164 | 536.2% | Attention |
| Software | $3,336 | $7,200 | $3,864 | 115.8% | Attention |
| Office Expense | $664 | $5,200 | $4,536 | 683.1% | Attention |
| Computer Expense | $3,336 | $4,000 | $664 | 19.9% | Attention |
| Utilities | $34,664 | $41,580 | $6,916 | 20.0% | Attention |
| Building & Grounds Maintenance | $8,000 | $3,520 | ($4,480) | -56.0% | Favorable |
| Taxes / Permits | $2,336 | $3,200 | $864 | 37.0% | Attention |
| Other Operating / Miscellaneous | $1,336 | $28,800 | $27,464 | 2055.7% | Attention |
| Mortgage Payment | $43,032 | $59,280 | $16,248 | 37.8% | Attention |
| Legacy Credit Card Minimums | $10,224 | $9,600 | ($624) | -6.1% | Favorable |
| Con Edison Payment Plans | $0 | $12,800 | $12,800 | - | Review |
| Total Cash Outflows | $168,968 | $347,630 | $178,662 | 105.7% | |
| Net Cash Surplus / (Deficit) | ($28,374) | ($5,930) | $22,444 | -79.1% | Favorable |
Prior Budget vs Current Budget
Cash Management
Monthly liquidity monitoring, bank reconciliation, reserve tracking and cash forecasting.
Monthly Cash Management - 2026
| Month | Beginning Cash | Cash Inflows | Cash Outflows | Net Change | Ending Cash | Reserve Balance | Total Liquidity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | $132,400 | $54,900 | $50,600 | $4,300 | $136,700 | $18,800 | $155,500 | Stable |
| February | $136,700 | $51,200 | $55,900 | ($4,700) | $132,000 | $18,820 | $150,820 | Monitor |
| March | $132,000 | $63,600 | $57,300 | $6,300 | $138,300 | $18,850 | $157,150 | Stable |
| April | $138,300 | $59,700 | $60,900 | ($1,200) | $137,100 | $18,880 | $155,980 | Monitor |
| May | $137,100 | $66,400 | $58,200 | $8,200 | $145,300 | $18,910 | $164,210 | Stable |
| June | $145,300 | $61,800 | $60,100 | $1,700 | $147,000 | $18,940 | $165,940 | Stable |
| July | $147,000 | $69,300 | $60,500 | $8,800 | $155,800 | $18,970 | $174,770 | Strong |
| August → | $155,800 | $71,400 | $58,800 | $12,600 | $168,400 | $19,000 | $187,400 | Strong |
Cash Movement by Source
| Inflows | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions → | $52,900 |
| Rental collections → | $11,800 |
| Other approved receipts → | $6,700 |
| Total Inflows | $71,400 |
Cash Uses
| Outflows | Amount |
|---|---|
| Operating expenses → | $39,600 |
| Mortgage / debt service → | $7,410 |
| Utilities & payment plans → | $6,290 |
| Capital / other cash uses → | $5,500 |
| Total Outflows | $58,800 |
Bank Reconciliation Snapshot
| Account | Statement Balance | GL Balance | Reconciling Items | Adjusted Balance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Checking • 2408 | $101,420 | $99,880 | $1,540 | $101,420 | Reconciled |
| Account • 4066 | $47,980 | $48,510 | ($530) | $47,980 | Review |
| Account • 5979 | $19,020 | $19,020 | $0 | $19,020 | Reconciled |
| Baptist Foundation Reserve | $19,000 | $19,000 | $0 | $19,000 | Reserve |
Cash Budget Detail
| Cash Budget Line | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | 4-Month Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginning Cash | $168,400 | $164,160 | $158,890 | $152,600 | - |
| Contributions | $42,000 | $43,500 | $44,000 | $49,000 | $178,500 |
| Rental Collections | $8,650 | $8,950 | $9,150 | $9,150 | $35,900 |
| Other Approved Receipts | $2,500 | $3,000 | $2,500 | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Total Cash Inflows | $53,150 | $55,450 | $55,650 | $62,150 | $226,400 |
| Operating Expenses | $38,300 | $39,100 | $40,200 | $42,000 | $159,600 |
| Mortgage / Debt Service | $7,410 | $7,410 | $7,410 | $7,410 | $29,640 |
| Utilities & Payment Plans | $4,680 | $5,210 | $6,430 | $7,200 | $23,520 |
| Capital / Other Cash Uses | $7,000 | $9,000 | $7,900 | $5,500 | $29,400 |
| Total Cash Outflows | $57,390 | $60,720 | $61,940 | $62,110 | $242,160 |
| Net Cash Flow | ($4,240) | ($5,270) | ($6,290) | $40 | ($15,760) |
| Ending Cash | $164,160 | $158,890 | $152,600 | $152,640 | - |
Cash Source Setup
Define which sources and uses appear in Cash Management and how accounts are grouped.
Cash Inflow Sources
| Source | Accounts / Rule | |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions | 4000-4099 | |
| Rental collections | 4200 Rental Revenue | |
| Other approved receipts | Selected approved receipts |
Cash Outflow Uses
| Use | Accounts / Rule | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating expenses | Operating expense accounts | |
| Mortgage / debt service | Mortgage principal + interest | |
| Utilities & payment plans | Con Edison operating + payment plans | |
| Capital / other cash uses | Selected capital uses |
Presentation Options
Accounts Receivable & Rentals
Contract rent, collections, aging, security deposits and renter performance.
| Renter | Contract Rent | Current Due | Past Due | Security Deposit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Church → | $1,300 | $0 | $0 | $1,300 | Current |
| Nortisha → | $2,000 | $2,000 | $1,400 | $1,400 | Review |
| Esther → | $1,200 | $0 | $0 | $1,200 | Current |
| Verona → | $1,400 | $1,400 | $4,200 | $1,400 | Past Due |
| Ghana → | $1,300 | $0 | $0 | $1,300 | Current |
| Maynor → | $1,800 | $0 | $0 | $1,800 | Current |
| Noel → | $750 | $0 | $0 | $750 | Current |
Debt Management
Mortgage, payment plans and financial obligations with annual payoff schedules.
Debt Summary
| Obligation | Balance | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Baptist Foundation Mortgage → | $742,000 | Current |
| Con Edison Payment Plans → | $12,480 | Scheduled |
| Credit Obligations → | $8,750 | Monitor |
Mortgage Allocation
| August payment | $7,410 |
| Principal | $2,380 |
| Interest expense | $5,030 |
| Statement tie-out | Matched |
Mortgage Payoff Schedule by Year
| Year | Beginning Balance | Payments | Principal | Interest | Ending Balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $742,000 | $29,640 | $9,700 | $19,940 | $732,300 |
| 2027 | $732,300 | $88,920 | $31,200 | $57,720 | $701,100 |
| 2028 | $701,100 | $88,920 | $33,600 | $55,320 | $667,500 |
| 2029 | $667,500 | $88,920 | $36,200 | $52,720 | $631,300 |
| 2030 | $631,300 | $88,920 | $39,000 | $49,920 | $592,300 |
| 2031 | $592,300 | $88,920 | $42,100 | $46,820 | $550,200 |
| 2032 | $550,200 | $88,920 | $45,400 | $43,520 | $504,800 |
| 2033 | $504,800 | $88,920 | $49,000 | $39,920 | $455,800 |
| 2034 | $455,800 | $88,920 | $52,900 | $36,020 | $402,900 |
| 2035 | $402,900 | $88,920 | $57,100 | $31,820 | $345,800 |
| 2036 | $345,800 | $88,920 | $61,700 | $27,220 | $284,100 |
| 2037 | $284,100 | $88,920 | $66,700 | $22,220 | $217,400 |
| 2038 | $217,400 | $88,920 | $72,100 | $16,820 | $145,300 |
| 2039 | $145,300 | $88,920 | $78,000 | $10,920 | $67,300 |
| 2040 | $67,300 | $70,100 | $67,300 | $2,800 | $0 |
Month-End Close
August 2026 close checklist, ownership, evidence and approval.
| Close Task | Owner | Due | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank reconciliations | Finance | Sep 5 | In Progress | 2 of 3 completed |
| Credit card reconciliation | Finance | Sep 5 | Complete | Attached |
| Rental AR review | Finance | Sep 6 | Complete | Aging reviewed |
| Mortgage principal/interest | Finance | Sep 6 | Complete | Statement tied |
| Con Edison schedules | Finance | Sep 7 | In Progress | 1 account open |
| Adjusting entries | CFO | Sep 8 | Pending | 4 proposed |
| Financial statement review | CFO | Sep 9 | Waiting | After adjustments |
| Final close approval | Pastor Dalton | Sep 10 | Waiting | Restricted approval |
Financial Statements
Management and lender-facing reporting packages from approved data.
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities and net assets with management detail.
Statement of Activities
Current period and YTD revenue, expenses and change in net assets.
Statement of Cash Flows
Uses the approved Bethel master cash-flow presentation logic.
Management Financial Statements
Internal management package with statement detail, budget comparisons, cash, debt, AR, ratios and management notes.
Lender-Facing Package
Clean external package: SFP, Activities, Cash Flows and supporting footnotes only.
Reports Library
Recurring finance, stewardship, management and external reporting.
Monthly Management Package
Statements, KPIs, variances, cash, debt, AR and commentary.
Budget vs Actual
Monthly and YTD variance analysis with explanations.
Cash & Reserve Report
Bank balances, restricted/reserve funds and rolling liquidity.
Rental AR Aging
Renter balances, aging buckets, collections and security deposits.
Debt Dashboard
Mortgage, payment plans, principal/interest and payoff outlook.
Utility Schedule
Each Con Edison account, operating usage and payment-plan debt.
12-Month Cash Forecast
Monthly inflows, outflows, obligations and ending cash.
Lender Financial Package
External financial statements with supporting footnotes only.
Financial Ratios
Underwriting and financial-health monitoring with historical trends and interpretation.
Historical Ratio Trends
| Ratio | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 YTD | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSCR → | 1.08x | 1.16x | 1.22x | 1.27x | 1.31x | Improved debt-service coverage as operating cash generation strengthened. |
| Current Ratio → | 1.21x | 1.34x | 1.46x | 1.61x | 1.72x | Liquidity improved as current cash/assets increased relative to short-term obligations. |
| Debt / Assets → | 44.8% | 43.2% | 41.6% | 39.7% | 38.4% | Leverage declined as debt amortized and asset value remained stable. |
| Cash Days → | 72 | 84 | 96 | 109 | 118 | Cash reserves now cover a larger portion of average daily operating expenses. |
Financial Documents
Secure repository links for statements, schedules, invoices and close evidence.
| Document Type | Period | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Statements | Aug 2026 | Finance | Filed |
| Mortgage Statement | Aug 2026 | Finance | Filed |
| Con Edison Statements | Aug 2026 | Finance | Partial |
| Close Support | Aug 2026 | CFO | In Progress |
Approvals & Audit Trail
Role-controlled financial approvals and immutable activity history.
Approval Authority
| User | Edit | Approve |
|---|---|---|
| Pastor Dalton Jenkins | Yes | Yes |
| Niki Munroe | Yes | No |
| Sophia Bell | Yes | No |
| Board Member | No | No |
Recent Audit Activity
| Action | User | Time |
|---|---|---|
| AR aging reviewed | Niki | Sep 10 |
| Mortgage allocation updated | Sophia | Sep 10 |
| Budget Draft 1 created | Dalton | Sep 9 |
| July period locked | Dalton | Aug 12 |
