Are you looking for a guide through the minefield that is being a church treasurer?
Navigate the complexities of being a church treasurer with confidence through our comprehensive three-session course covering legal duties, financial processes, budgeting, gift aid, and more - all presented by experienced trainers in a live Zoom webinar setting tailored for both new and seasoned treasurers.
Session one is entitled: "Charity Law, Finance Processes and Bookkeeping" and covers the following topics:
Please note: this is the first session in a series of three. ACAT strongly advises delegates to book sessions 1, 2 and 3 to ensure that they're appraised of the entire course.
Who is it for? This course is designed for all those who are church treasurers whether new to the role or just needing a refresher. It is also for those who support church treasurers and would like to know what is involved.
Why take the course: As a church treasurer, this course will equip you, whether you are a new or an experience treasurer, with the core knowledge needed to carry out your role.
What will be achieved: By the end of this course (all three sessions), you will have been introduced to, and explored, the legal duties of trustees, day to day finance processes, budgeting and planning, gift aid and tax and year end reporting. You will be signposted to helpful resources and you will have had the opportunity to ask questions relevant to your context and about the areas covered.
Other information: The course comprises practical and theoretical information, insights and guidance on many aspects of the role of church treasurer. It is delivered by knowledgeable and experienced trainers, who have firsthand experience as church treasurers. They can answer your questions and concerns, enabling you to manage your church finances with greater confidence.
The course is typically delivered through a live Zoom webinar. You'll have the opportunity to interact with the speakers and get answers to your specific questions. Each delegate will be sent pre-course materials in advance of the sessions.
No prior knowledge is required. This course is designed to accommodate individuals with various levels of knowledge of church finance. It may be helpful to have some knowledge of the financial arrangements and processes in your own context.
Please note: This is the first of three sessions that form ACAT’s online “Basics” course.
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.
Robert is a founder member of ACAT, one of our former trustees as well as being a member of our training team. He is a strong believer in the importance of the role of treasurers and their place in supporting the ministry of the Church. He also firmly believes that ordained ministers should have a good understanding of the financial issues with which the Church is required to engage.
A Chartered Company Secretary with an M.A. in Theology from Durham University, Robert's 40 year career has spanned the banking, construction and higher education sectors, including consultancy specialising in change-management and the implementation of risk management strategies
In his spare time, Robert enjoys watching National League football, walking in the countryside and he's also a fan of traditional gospel blues music.
Samantha is a Finance Resources Co-ordinator for the Diocese of Durham.
She has extensive experience working as an internal auditor as well as having been a church treasurer.
At the Diocese of Durham, Samantha supports treasurers and PCCs with resources and training to help ensure that all churches can flourish.
