
Academies Internal Scrutiny
The ESFA’s 2019 Academies Financial Handbook (published in June) introduced key changes around internal scrutiny, which trustees should be considering
Internal scrutiny is a process that should be designed to provide independent assurance to the Board and Audit Committee that internal controls and risk management are operating effectively.

About Us
Academies Finance provides high quality internal audit services.
Our in-depth knowledge of the Education Sector brings you expert advice and assurance and helps you strengthen and improve the outcomes for your organisations and school communities.

Our Team
Our Internal Audit Team is made up of Qualified Professionals that brings over 30 years Internal Audit Experience from the Education Sector and Industry.
We do not just conduct a "tick box " exercise, We add value to your organisation.

Your Internal Scrutiny Experts
Our Approach
Our approach to internal audit ensures collaboration with your organisation to build a strong relationship based on professional mutual respect, partnership and understanding ensuring you receive a truly personalised service.

Your Internal Scrutiny Experts
Our Services
Our services are bespoke and tailored to your needs and aspirations.
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Fully outsourced internal audit service
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Management of the in-house internal audit service
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One off specialist projects
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Preparations of audit needs assessments
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Risk management and Board/Governance Assurance Frameworks
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Management of internal controls
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Governance consultancy and corporate control assurance
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Value For Money reviews
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Meet ESFA Internal Scrutiny requirements

Your Internal Scrutiny Experts
The process should help a trust to improve and maintain good levels of:
- Governance
- Risk management
- Internal control
WHY USE US?
Our background in accountancy and sound knowledge of the financial framework required to run an Academy Trust means we are well placed to provide the best Internal Scrutiny Services for Academies
The benefits of using our Service
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Immediate access to quality staff
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Better access to skills
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Cost flexibility
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Consistent and guaranteed service quality
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Success criteria clearly defined
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Best in class financial process

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Get in touch
We’re happy to hear from you. Contact us today to learn more about our business and how you can benefit from working with us
6-7 St. Marry at Hill
City of London
EC3R 8EE,
internalaudit@academiesfinance.co.uk
0207 183 4130