Education

Accountancy and advisory services for secondary schools

We specialise in providing accountancy services to voluntary secondary schools across Ireland. As schools navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, our dedicated education sector team offers the expertise and support needed to ensure full compliance and financial clarity.

We understand the unique requirements of the educational sector, including adherence to:

The Education Act 1998
Guidelines from the Financial Support Services Unit (FSSU) of the Joint Managerial Body
Circulars issued by the Department of Education and Skills

Our goal is to make the year-end accounts process smooth, efficient, and fully compliant with FSSU guidelines.

Our services for schools include:

Preparation of annual accounts within a strict timetable.
Presentation of annual accounts to school principals, boards of management, trustees, and patrons using pie charts, line graphs, and other visually engaging formats.
Liaising with the Department of Education and Skills and other key stakeholders on behalf of schools, where required.
Delivery of payroll tax advice related to teacher payments and other subsistence payments.
Provision of advice on capital project forecasting.
Assistance with bank reconciliations.
Support with the treatment of Department of Education and Skills grants within the accounting system.
Assistance with migration to new accounting software solutions.
Guidance on ensuring appropriate governance and controls around the school’s finance function.
Advice on the treatment of charitable donations.
Our education sector team combines deep regulatory knowledge with practical experience, ensuring your school’s financial operations are not only compliant but also strategically managed.