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Church Accounting Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Payroll Specialist

Marion, IN · On-site

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Business/Accounting/Finance Job Title: Payroll Specialist Reporting Relationship: Director of ... Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer ...

Payroll Specialist

Marion, IN · On-site

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Business/Accounting/Finance Job Title: Payroll Specialist Reporting Relationship: Director of ... Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer ...

Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church ... Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication ...

Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church ... Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication ...

Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church ... Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication ...

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Church Accounting information

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How much do church accounting jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for church accounting in Indiana is $91,025.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,200.00 and $106,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Are Church Accounting Jobs?

Working in church accounting, you share the same responsibilities as an accountant in any other organization. You record expenses, track contributions made by the congregation, and monitor spending on various programs. Your duties center around bookkeeping, documenting and controlling finances for a church. The organization you work for also relies on you to deter fraud, budget for development projects, and manage several accounts. You must keep accurate records of any money moving in or out of those accounts, as well as manage payroll in some instances. Some churches also require that you act as treasurer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Church Accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Church Accountant, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, nonprofit financial regulations, and typically a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with church management software, QuickBooks, and fund accounting systems is commonly required. Integrity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help build trust and ensure clear reporting to church leadership. These skills are crucial for maintaining compliance, financial transparency, and stewardship of church resources.

What are some common challenges faced by church accountants, and how can they be addressed?

Church accountants often manage unique challenges such as handling multiple restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations, and maintaining transparency for donors and church leadership. Balancing the need for accurate financial reporting with limited resources or volunteer staff can also be demanding. Using specialized church accounting software, staying updated on nonprofit accounting standards, and establishing clear financial policies can help address these challenges effectively.

What is church accounting?

Church accounting refers to the specialized practice of managing and recording the financial activities of a church or religious organization. It involves tracking donations, managing expenses, budgeting, and ensuring financial transparency and accountability. Unlike for-profit accounting, church accounting must comply with non-profit regulations, maintain donor confidentiality, and often uses fund accounting to track designated gifts and funds. Its goal is to provide clear, accurate financial records to support stewardship and compliance with legal requirements.

What is the difference between Church Accounting vs Church Bookkeeping?

AspectChurch AccountingChurch Bookkeeping
CredentialsOften requires accounting or finance certificationsTypically requires basic bookkeeping skills, less formal certifications
Work EnvironmentInvolves financial management, reporting, and complianceFocuses on recording transactions and maintaining ledgers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by churches for financial oversight and reportingUsed for daily transaction recording and record-keeping

Church Accounting involves managing financial reports, budgets, and compliance, often requiring accounting certifications. Church Bookkeeping primarily focuses on recording daily financial transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers. While both roles are essential for church financial health, Church Accounting has a broader scope including analysis and reporting, whereas Church Bookkeeping is more about data entry and record maintenance.

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Claims Compliance Lead - Work Comp

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Claims Compliance Lead

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Family: Claims

Department: Work Comp Claims

Location: Corporate Office (Fort Wayne, IN)


JOB SUMMARY
Oversees the daily implementation of applicable compliance, regulatory, technological, and
internal/external subject matter expert functions on behalf of the Workers’ Compensation Claims
Department. Responsible for all Medicare compliance applicable to workers’ compensation claims.
Responsible for implementation, testing, and oversight of electronic data interchange and compliance
with same, jurisdictional audits, data calls, and annual reports, review and processing of jurisdictional
penalties, initial point of contact and internal lead on all USR & IDC department needs and will serve as
the initial point of contact and liaison between WC Claims, IT, Compliance, and R&D.


POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

  • Monitoring and interpreting state and federal regulations governing Workers' Compensation
    claims. This includes ensuring that procedures comply with applicable laws and regulatory
    requirements.
  • Leading the selection, implementation, and optimization of technology solutions for workers'
    compensation, including claims management software (ClaimCenter), data analytics tools, AIdriven platforms, and workers’ compensation software system accelerators/integrations.
  • Assuring full compliance with Medicare/CMS Section 111 Reporting, MSA data collection and
    requirements, MSA settlement requirements, data sharing with Medicare/CMS in general as well
    as training and compliance with all Medicare requirements secondary to workers’ compensation
    claims.
  • Ensure consistency with the workers’ compensation claims handling, regulatory requirements and
    reporting systems.
  • Analyzing claims data to identify trends, compliance issues, and opportunities for improvement.
    Preparing reports for management, highlighting compliance status and recommending solutions.
  • Collaborating with internal departments (IT, Compliance, Legal, HR, Underwriting, etc.) and
    external stakeholders (regulatory agencies, third-party administrators, etc.) on compliance and
    technology initiatives.
  • Identifying and evaluating potential risks related to workers' compensation claims and compliance
    and developing strategies to mitigate these risks.
  • Complete other projects as assigned.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Excellent knowledge of insurance policies and workers’ compensation claims philosophy, theory,
    practice of the WC claim function, procedures, and terminology.
  • Excellent knowledge of WC claims data reporting.
  • Excellent in research, analytics, investigations and problem-solving.
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Excellent computer skills of applicable software and claims systems including Microsoft Office
    Suite.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Superior organizational and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing deadlines.
  • Excellent leadership qualities.
  • Occasional travel: a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company
    standards required if driving.
  • Effectively interface with external contacts, Brotherhood employees, managers, and department
    staff members.


EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
List Degree Requirement, Years' Experience, and Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in insurance, finance, accounting, business administration or
    related field or equivalent relevant experience is required.
  • Five or more years of experience in claims, including experience in workers’ compensation claims
    adjusting & workers’ compensation claims compliance or related experience is required.
  • Prior training experience preferred.
  • Insurance industry certifications, such as AIC preferred.
  • Medicare certification strongly preferred.
  • Guidewire testing, implementation, and usage experience preferred.
  • Experience in project management is strongly preferred.


Terms and Conditions

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the
performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties,
responsibilities, or requirements.

Because the company’s niche is the church and related ministries market, and because effective
service requires a thorough understanding of this market, persons in this position must be
familiar with church operations and must conduct themselves in a manner that will neither
alienate nor offend persons within this target niche.

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this
position description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that
these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying
this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The
employment relationship remains “at-will”.