School audit services
Managing a school’s finances involves far more than balancing the books. You’re responsible for government grants, tuition fees, donations, and payroll, often with a lean finance team and strict reporting deadlines.
We deliver independent school audits that keep you compliant, provide clear insight, and free up your leadership team to focus on education outcomes.
Experts in school audit requirements
We work with independent and private schools across Australia. Our experience covers:
- Government and non-government grant acquittals
- Tuition and boarding fee cycles
- Donations, building funds, and scholarship trusts
- Capital works and asset projects
- Payroll, leave entitlements, and staffing costs
We understand the expectations of regulators and funding bodies, including the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), state-based education authorities, and peak groups such as Independent Schools Queensland. Our audits are built around your school’s structure, calendar, and governance framework.
Why a school audit matters
A thorough audit satisfies compliance as well as:
- Provides your board with independent assurance
- Strengthens stakeholder trust with parents, donors, and regulators
- Highlights opportunities to streamline processes and reduce risk
- Supports strategic planning with reliable financial data
Whether you’re preparing for annual financial statement reviews or specific grant reporting, we tailor our approach to your needs.
What you can expect
- Partner-led engagement with direct access to senior auditors
- Efficient evidence gathering using secure digital tools
- Plain-language reporting your board and leadership can act on
- Actionable recommendations to improve controls, budgeting, and internal reporting
Why schools choose Allen Audit & Advisory
- Education sector expertise backed by decades of audit-only experience
- Tailored methodology for schools of every size, from small regional colleges to multi-campus independent schools
- Fixed fees and clear timelines aligned to your audit cycle and Annual General Meeting dates
- Responsive communication with a single point of contact—no jargon, no surprises
We care about the impact that strong financial stewardship has on your students, staff, and community. Our goal is to make the audit process clear, supportive, and valuable.
