Multi-Academy Trust Services
Considering converting to academy status or joining a chain of academies? A multi-academy trust (MAT) might be the right choice for you.
Supporting Our MAT Clients
As one of the UK’s leading audit and accounting firms for the academy sector, we currently advise a diverse range of primary, secondary, and mixed MAT clients.
We have extensive experience advising multi-academy trusts from their initial set-up through ongoing operations as auditors. Our expertise spans several key areas, including:
- MAT Structure and Governance: Assisting in deciding the most effective structure and governance model.
- Funding Options: Evaluating and advising on the best funding strategies.
- Reporting Requirements: Ensuring compliance with specific MAT reporting standards.
Our goal is to add value and provide support throughout the entire process, helping you navigate the complexities of establishing and running a successful MAT.
Some of the areas in which we can advise you include:
Accounts preparation
Financial statements are prepared at the trust level, making it essential for a dedicated individual within the trust to oversee these financial responsibilities. We can support the Finance Director by assisting with the preparation of accounts from the trial balance stage.
Cloud accounting
We provide expert guidance on selecting the most suitable cloud accounting software. Â We also provide training and guidance for team members to use the software.
Committee structure
We provide expert guidance on selecting the most suitable structure and committees for your trust.
Due diligence
We provide expert guidance on selecting the most suitable structure and committees for your trust.
External audit
We provide expert guidance on selecting the most suitable structure and committees for your trust.
Payroll
Our academy payroll team can handle all your payroll requirements, including P60 and P45 requirements.
VAT advice
All academy trusts are required to prepare financial statements to 31st August each year, with audited year-end accounts due to the EFA by 31st December. As an experienced firm of auditors, we offer a comprehensive, timely, and cost-effective service, guiding you through each step of the process to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Get Started Today
To discuss how our accounting services can benefit your academy school, contact one of our academy school specialists at your local office or complete the contact form below.
Book a meeting
Book a free, no-obligation chat with our experts where we find out a bit more about your business, explain our services, and how we could work with you.
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Whether you have a clear goal in mind or are open to exploring possibilities, we’re at your service to assist you.
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