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Philip Putman, BUGB Head of Finance and Administration, Retires 

Philip Putman, the Head of Finance and Administration at the Baptist Union of Great Britain, retires this week

 
Philip has been in his post since 1994, having arrived at BUGB from the Leprosy Mission International.

He has been responsible for the financial reporting of the various bodies administered by our Baptist Union and many aspects of Union administration. This has involved preparing accounts, as well as offering advice to the committees on which he has served and helping many churches with accounting and tax issues.

Philip Putman BUGB Head of FinOver the years, while his role has essentially remained the same, different aspects have taken more of his time, such as the reorganisation of the BUGB pension scheme.

One of the highlights of his tenure has been the growth of the Baptist Union Corporation loan fund - the balance sheet has grown from £4m to £13m today.

'It's exciting because it shows we are helping lots of churches,' he said. 'And there has never been a bad debt. The Bank of England didn't think it had another customer who could say that.'

His influence was reflected by various comments at Baptist Union Council last week.

Bill Johnson, chair of the Retired Baptist Ministers Housing Society, said Philip had brought 'a great deal of wisdom and knowledge to our discussions.' Treasurer Malcolm Broad highlighted his 'remarkable ability' to produce the BUGB accounts in readiness for scrutiny at the March Council.

Simon Lees, moderator of the Baptist Union Corporation, spoke of being able to turn to Philip for advice and suggestions. 'He always has a considered opinion, and not just a financial one. It's one built on his Christian faith - he wants to do his best for churches.'

David Locke, team leader of BUGB Support Services, said, 'Philip has been an outstanding professional. He is not only a superb accountant, but has been a great friend and blessing to many of us.

'We have been privileged to have worked with him over the years.'

Philip, who has been secretary at Wallingford Baptist Church for the last two years, is planning to move to the coast.

He is looking forward to 'a reduction in pressure', but says he will miss colleagues, as well as getting the accounts ready. 'I actually enjoy preparing them.'


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