What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? New Jersey
I have worked as church treasurer for 3 years.
About a month ago there was an audit, and auditors found $340 shortage during my 3 year period and $7450 shortage under former church treasurer.
None of these auditors are CPA or professional auditors.
I told them that it is possible that there were miscommunication between me and bookkeeper and that promised to pay back if congregation agree to the report.
The priest asked auditors not to publish final audit report until congregation approves it, but they ignored his advice and published the report to all church members.
Even though my portion was only $340, they scold me, publicly, for stealing God's money.
Congregation plan to hire independent auditor to resolve the difference, but they keep accusing me of stealing church money.
I know that former treasure has more trouble than me.
Can i ask small court for help?
Need your advice.
I have worked as church treasurer for 3 years.
About a month ago there was an audit, and auditors found $340 shortage during my 3 year period and $7450 shortage under former church treasurer.
None of these auditors are CPA or professional auditors.
I told them that it is possible that there were miscommunication between me and bookkeeper and that promised to pay back if congregation agree to the report.
The priest asked auditors not to publish final audit report until congregation approves it, but they ignored his advice and published the report to all church members.
Even though my portion was only $340, they scold me, publicly, for stealing God's money.
Congregation plan to hire independent auditor to resolve the difference, but they keep accusing me of stealing church money.
I know that former treasure has more trouble than me.
Can i ask small court for help?
Need your advice.