Academy Schools

Academies are established in a creative and innovative way and have greater flexibility in their operations and decision making including creating their own curriculum, admission policies, staff structures and rewards. With this increased flexibility comes increased responsibility and administration and our team at David Allen are here to work alongside you

at each level ensuring your systems and processes are in line with the guidance set out.

 

We can help you in the following areas:

 

Once you have taken the decision to convert to an academy, our team can assist you with accountancy software installation, set-up and training.

We will also work with you to produce a Financial Procedures Manual setting out your financial controls and ensure you develop effective and robust systems.

 

At the year end you will be required to produce fully statutory accounts which can then be independently audited. We can work with you to produce the statutory accounts in accordance with legislation or we can carry out the audit and provide you with an independent audit opinion.

The audit process is not just seen as a compliance process but an opportunity to observe your systems and processes and offer advice and recommendations for improvements.

 

As accountants or auditors we will look to work with you and provide guidance and support on how to develop your internal processes.

 

We are committed to working with you and through our business support services can help in all areas. We can help with your requirements to appoint a Responsible Officer and carry out quarterly checks on the systems. We can also offer advice on VAT and reclaiming VAT and our dedicated Employer Services team can assist with payroll requirements and queries.

 

We are here to work with you helping you comply with regulations and ensuring the success of your academy.

 

For advice and assistance about academies contact Alison Welton