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Accountant at Work

Finance

The finance department supports parishes, handles payroll, and safeguards assets to promote responsible stewardship and transparency.

Finance News

Finance Events

Finance Information

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About the Finance Team

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DBF Fees Returns and Payments

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Diocesan Accounts

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Finance Forms

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PCCs as Charities

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Parish Share - 2026

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Parochial Fees

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Retired/PTO Clergy Fees

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Useful links for Treasurers

The Finance Team

Charlotte Somers

Finance Officer

01928 761495

Emma Hathaway

Office Manager & Finance Assistant

01928 643424

Gill Ellis

Finance Officer

01928 643421

Graham Melia

Finance and Operations Officer of DEE and Interim Finance Director of DBF

Nigel Strange

Head of Finance

01928 643443

Diocese of Chester

The Diocese of Chester is the Church of England primarily in Cheshire – but also covers some areas outside the county.
Chester Diocesan Board of Finance is a company limited by guarantee registered in England (no. 00007826) and a registered charity (no. 248968)
Chester Diocesan Board of Finance. Church House, 5500 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Warrington WA4 4GE. Telephone: 01928 718834

Safeguarding    Contacts    Privacy Notice

For media or communications enquiries email comms@chester.anglican.org

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