Banking for Faith Groups – Key considerations

Tue 24 Mar 2026

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Virtual on zoom - bookings closed

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Everything you need to know about banking and building strong communications.

Who is it for?

Treasurers, finance teams or anyone involved in day-to-day banking and the operation of bank accounts.

Why take the course

Learn what key documents you will need to have to open an account for any bank to begin the account opening process; internal risk management and controls, how to select the right banking products; communicating with your bank; fully understand the importance of keeping your bank mandates updated. Consideration for cash flow and liquidity requirements.

What will be achieved?

Understanding banks processes and why it is important for banks to go through the know your customer and due diligence process when opening new accounts.  The importance of undertaking periodic reviews, updating information and ensuring you have the right internal security controls in place. Better understanding of a bank’s products and services.

Other information

The course comprises practical insights and expert guidance on transactional banking. It's delivered by knowledgeable professionals who can answer your questions and concerns, relating to all of your banking requirements.  Please come armed with your questions and an open forum for Q&A will be held at the end of the presentation.

This course is being run in conjunction with Unity Trust Bank. The trainers will be:

  • Dominic Walsh – Deposits Desk Manager
  • Reon Odendaal – Head of Charities
  • Dawn Morris – Deposits Relationship Manager North & Scotland

FAQ:

Online using a PowerPoint presentation which will be circulated to all attendees after the session.

The course is delivered through a live Zoom webinar. You'll have the opportunity to interact with the speakers and get answers to your specific questions. 

No prior knowledge is required.

Course information

Please note:

The training will be provided by Zoom.  If you don’t have an existing Zoom account, you will be prompted to download the free software once you’ve clicked on the link that we’ll provide you with.

After paying for your place, a member of the ACAT team will be in touch with full joining details.