Empowering MAT finance & operations
leaders to lead with confidence
Join a peer-led network designed for finance professionals navigating the complexity
of the UK multi-academy trust sector. Learn, connect, and grow in a community
that understands your world.
Financial Confidence
Master the numbers, strategies, and conversations that drive trust-level impact.
From Isolation to Community
Build the connections you wish you’d had sooner. We grow stronger together.
Building a strong, resilient and efficient MAT sector
MATFMA – Multi-Academy Trust Financial Management Association
We’re not a training provider — we’re a community.
Our network brings together finance and operations professionals across the MAT sector to build confidence,
share insight, and develop practical skills through peer-led learning and connection.
Why what we do MATTERS
The MAT sector is still evolving — and so are its leaders
We’re here to support the shift from informal practice to confident, professional leadership. Together, we’ll raise the standard from the inside out.
Combating a lack of networking opportunities for finance professionals in the education sector
The CFO chair can be a lonely place to sit
“Upon entering the Education sector three years ago, I was surprised by the scarcity of quality networking opportunities. I strongly believe that a robust professional network can transform your career..”
Gary Mizler, CFO Learners Trust and founding Member of MATFMA