Responsibilities

 

  • Each month inform the Board of the current and projected financial situation
  • Serve on the Board as an Ex-Officio member
  • Keep accurate and accessible financial records
  • Help the Finance Committee prepare the proposed annual budget for presentation to the Board and congregation
  • Ensure that bills and financial obligations are paid on time
  • Ensure that bank accounts are maintained, including deposits and payments
  • Provide direction for the Congregational Administrator and Bookkeeper on financial matters, as needed
  • Serve on the Finance Committee as member or consultant as needed
  • Prepare and distribute tax records as required
  • Ensure preparation and distribution of individual contribution records and pledge records
  • The PNWD recommends a periodic audit of the financial records, at least every three years
  • Any of the above responsibilities of the Treasurer may be delegated to the Bookkeeper, as appropriate