The Association of Church Accountants and Treasurers

The Association of Church Accountants and Treasurers ACAT is the charity for treasurers of all Christian churches.

We provide our members with the most appropriate advice, training and information on accounting, financial, legal and other issues related to their role as treasurer.

Are you grappling with the new changes presented by the introduction of the New SORP?We are running our Charities SORP 2...
10/06/2026

Are you grappling with the new changes presented by the introduction of the New SORP?

We are running our Charities SORP 2026: an Introduction course again on Monday, so do grab your spot if you missed out last time.

Are you grappling with the new changes presented by the introduction of the New SORP? With the new SORP being released last year, many churches are scratching their heads, wondering just what it all means in the real world, and how it’s going to affect the way they have to do their financial repor...

Less than a week to join us for Session 1 of our highly popular online course: Being a Treasurer: The Basics.🗓️ The cour...
04/06/2026

Less than a week to join us for Session 1 of our highly popular online course: Being a Treasurer: The Basics.
🗓️ The course starts next week and is designed for both new treasurers and those seeking a refresher on the fundamentals.

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 expe...

Confused by the new SORP? We are hosting our introductory session next month for those of you who missed it in February....
18/05/2026

Confused by the new SORP?

We are hosting our introductory session next month for those of you who missed it in February.

Book now.

Are you grappling with the new changes presented by the introduction of the New SORP? With the new SORP being released last year, many churches are scratching their heads, wondering just what it all means in the real world, and how it’s going to affect the way they have to do their financial repor...

Are you a new treasurer wanting to learn the basics of the role? Our Being a Treasurer: The Basics course gives you the ...
11/05/2026

Are you a new treasurer wanting to learn the basics of the role?

Our Being a Treasurer: The Basics course gives you the core knowledge needed for your role.

The 3-session course is running on Thursday evenings starting 11th June.

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 expe...

We’re delighted to say that Gavin Smith, the founder of The Church Office, is going to be joining us at the ACAT Confere...
06/05/2026

We’re delighted to say that Gavin Smith, the founder of The Church Office, is going to be joining us at the ACAT Conference 2026 as our keynote speaker.

With over 20 years of experience, Gavin will be there to inspire and encourage you in your important role within the church.

Book your spot now.

We’re pleased to confirm that this year’s ACAT Conference and AGM will take place on Saturday 17 October 2026 at St Michael’s Centre, The Green, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, BS34 8PD. The conference offers a chance for church treasurers and trustees to meet together in a day of discussion, encourag...

Thinking about joining your Church's Governing body but unsure where to start?Book onto our new course 'Introduction to ...
29/04/2026

Thinking about joining your Church's Governing body but unsure where to start?

Book onto our new course 'Introduction to being a Church Trustee: Some things to think about'.
We will be exploring the role's responsibilities, eligibility and biblical context.

The course is perfect for anyone considering being a trustee or those looking for potential trustees for their church.

So you’ve been asked to be part of your church governing body – what do you need to know before saying yes? This course provides insight for those considering joining their church’s governing body, exploring the role’s responsibilities, eligibility, and its biblical context. Who is it for? T...

🤨 Curious about the Church Treasurer Role? Join our introductory course "The Church Treasurer: Insights into the Role an...
24/04/2026

🤨 Curious about the Church Treasurer Role?

Join our introductory course "The Church Treasurer: Insights into the Role and Responsibilities" – an excellent starting point for beginners.

Perfect if you're new to the role or just want a clearer picture of what it involves.
Book your spot now!

So you’ve been asked to be treasurer – where do you go to get a real insight into the role, what are you saying yes to? Gain essential insights and confidence for your role as a church treasurer with practical tips from experienced trainer Robert Scott-Biggs. Who is it for? This course is design...

Thinking of embarking on a project and wondering where the resources will come from? This may help.Our Generating Income...
24/03/2026

Thinking of embarking on a project and wondering where the resources will come from? This may help.

Our Generating Income and Grant Applications course aims to provide you with the skills and confidence required to identify potential sources of funding before successfully applying for them.

Thinking of embarking on a project and wondering where the resources will come from? This may help. ACAT’s Generating Income & Grant Applications course is for those who are looking to source funding for their church or for a church project. It has been designed to provide delegates with the skill...

Are you adding to your church income by making the most of the tax relief from the donations your church receives?Book o...
09/03/2026

Are you adding to your church income by making the most of the tax relief from the donations your church receives?

Book onto our March Gift Aid course and learn the benefits and pitfalls of Gift Aid claiming.

Are you adding to your church income by making the most of the tax relief from the donations your church receives? This course is a guide for churches on how to correctly reclaim as much Gift Aid as possible, including what donations can (and cannot) be Gift Aided, and the records that need to be [....

Confused or overwhelmed by the complexities of accruals accounting or simply looking for assurance that you are doing th...
03/03/2026

Confused or overwhelmed by the complexities of accruals accounting or simply looking for assurance that you are doing things correctly?

Join our two-session course and get a clearer understanding of your church accounts.

This course is for any church that uses accruals accounting.

Confused or overwhelmed by the complexities of accruals accounting or simply looking for assurance that you are doing things correctly? Why not join our two-session course on accruals accounting and understand more about the concept of accruals basis accounting? This is a two-session course, and we....

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