Your Ministry's Financial Future, Secured.
Executive1228 brings decades of real-world church finance expertise to help your organization steward resources with confidence, compliance, and clarity.
Built for the Complexity of Church Finance
Chennette Messick is not a generalist who happens to work with churches — she is a seasoned financial executive whose entire career has been dedicated to ministry organizations. She understands the unique intersection of faith, governance, and financial stewardship.
From managing multi-million dollar budgets to restructuring accounting systems for growing congregations, Chennette brings executive-level credibility and deep ministry commitment to every engagement.
Comprehensive Services for Ministry Organizations
Every engagement is tailored to the unique needs of your congregation — whether you're a growing church or an established ministry seeking greater financial clarity.
QuickBooks Setup & Training
Full chart of accounts build-out, bank integrations, and staff training customized for your church's structure and reporting needs.
- QuickBooks Online configuration
- Bank account integration
- Staff onboarding & training
- Ministry chart of accounts
Church Payroll & Tax Compliance
Clergy housing allowances, 941 filings, W-2 preparation, and church employment law — handled correctly from the start.
- Pastoral housing allowance
- 941 & payroll tax filings
- Employee/contractor classification
- Year-end W-2/1099 preparation
Financial Audit Preparation
Internal review processes, reconciliation, and audit-ready documentation so your church is always prepared for transparency.
- Bank reconciliation oversight
- Internal audit procedures
- External audit coordination
- Financial policy documentation
Contribution & Giving Management
Proper recording, reconciliation, and statement generation — including online giving platforms and merchant account oversight.
- Contribution statement production
- Online giving reconciliation
- Restricted fund tracking
- Merchant account oversight
Budget Development & Planning
Annual budget creation, mid-year reviews, and long-range forecasting to align financial strategy with your ministry vision.
- Annual budget construction
- Department-level planning
- Cash flow forecasting
- Board presentation support
Financial Policy & Governance
Written policies for credit card usage, check signing, accounts payable, and board governance to protect your ministry from risk.
- Credit/debit card policies
- Approval authority structures
- Check signing procedures
- Finance staff job descriptions
Ministry Finance is a Different Discipline
Churches operate under a unique set of legal, tax, and governance requirements that general accountants often miss. The cost of errors — with the IRS, with donors, or with your congregation's trust — can be significant.
Executive1228 was built specifically for this world. We speak the language of ministry leadership and the language of finance — fluently.
Church-Specific Expertise
Every engagement draws on decades of experience inside ministry organizations — not generic business consulting adapted after the fact.
Executive-Level Perspective
As a former CFO, Chennette understands the pressures facing church leadership and delivers counsel at the board level.
Full-Spectrum Tax Knowledge
From clergy taxes to 501(c)(3) compliance and state filing requirements — every angle of church taxation is covered.
Discretion & Confidentiality
Financial information is handled with strict confidentiality. No data is retained without explicit consent from church leadership.
Personal, Ongoing Relationship
You work directly with Chennette — not a junior associate. Every engagement is built on trust, continuity, and accountability.
"Good stewardship is not just about numbers — it's about honoring the trust your congregation has placed in your leadership."
— Executive1228 Philosophy
A Simple, Structured Onboarding
Getting started is straightforward. We handle the complexity so you can focus on ministry.
Discovery Call
We learn about your church, current systems, and financial goals in a no-pressure consultation.
Custom Assessment
We review your financials, software, and policies to identify opportunities and gaps.
Tailored Plan
A clear, prioritized action plan covering setup, compliance, and ongoing management.
Ongoing Partnership
We stay engaged — monthly, quarterly, or annually — as your trusted financial partner.
Let's Talk About Your Ministry's Finances
Whether you're setting up your first QuickBooks account or need a seasoned CFO-level consultant to review your entire financial structure — we're ready to help.