Contracts
External Audit Service
Avanti Schools Trust is seeking an external audit firm to provide statutory audit, regularity assurance and related reporting services for a multi-academy trust operating 12 schools. The firm must have deep expertise in the academy sector and understanding of DfE funding arrangements, Charity SORP, FRS 102 and relevant FRC standards.
- Closes11 December 2026, 15:00
- Published20 October 2026
- Value£370k
- BuyerAVANTI SCHOOLS TRUST
- WhereLondon, Leicester, South West and Hertfordshire
- CategoryBusiness & professional services
- RegionUK-wide
You'll want to look if you're an audit firm with proven experience auditing multi-academy trusts and familiarity with DfE regulatory requirements and charity accounting standards
You'll need
- Deep academy sector expertise
- Compliance with Companies Act, Charity SORP, FRS 102, Academies Accounts Direction, Academy Trust Handbook
- Adherence to Financial Reporting Council standards
- Robust independence arrangements
Might not suit a small firm
- it needs coverage across the whole UK