Kim Payne – Partner Consultant at Xero
In this edition of Church Finance Insights, we are delighted to introduce Kim Payne – Partner Consultant at Xero. In our interview with Kim we touch on:
- What we mean when we talk about a business (or church) expense
- What is the Xero expense module?
- How this module can benefit teams with both staff and volunteers claiming expenses
- What are some of the configurable parts of this?
- A quick look at the Xero Expenses mobile app
- How expenses get reimbursed
· First steps to set up Xero Expenses
. Kim’s experience using Xero Expenses in a real life not-for-profit
Jae Yang – Principal of Charitas Law
In this edition of Church Finance Insights, we are delighted to introduce Jae Yang – Principal of Charitas Law. In our interview with Jae, we touch on:
· What is meant by “tax deductibility”?
· What is meant by “DGR”?
· What are the most common DGR’s that church’s look for?
· What are some other DGR that churches may not be aware of?
· What is the basic process for a church to explore getting some DGR status?
Samantha Jensen – Director of Virtual Church Assist
Introducing Samantha Jensen – Director of Virtual Church Assist. In our interview with Samantha we touch on:
• What motivated Samantha to start Virtual Church Assist
• What are some of the biggest areas of time pressure for pastors?
• When someone is overwhelmed, what are some first steps to regaining some balance?
• A story of where Samantha has seen these kinds of steps really have an impact for a pastor
• Personal insights – what helps Samantha manage time in her own busy life?