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Cloud accounting and reporting solution for academies

Looking for a way to streamline the accounting and reporting process in your trust?
Are you tired of struggling with BFR, AAR, commitment accounting and authorisation processes?
Does having a purchasing process where all purchase orders are automatically embedded in the finance system sound too good to be true?
If your answer to any or all of these questions is “yes”, you’ve come to the right place. Xeinadin Group is ready to offer a solution that covers all your financial reporting and accounting needs.

Introducing our cloud-based app stack for academies that comprises three tools:

The cloud accounting platform Xero serves as the system of records for all pre-integrated apps. This provides a clear and complete financial overview in real time, enables informed decision-making and simplifies collaboration as all involved see the same figures. A cloud accounting platform can be accessed from anywhere, any time.

Our speakers

Alex Ffrench

Director at Xeinadin Group

Alex is a specialist in academy accounting. He has extensive experience in working with Academy Trusts providing a range of services including Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, Risk Management and Financial Reporting. He has spoken at numerous seminars and conferences and has worked for the Education & Skills Funding Agency, interviewing Free School applicant groups. He is a Chartered Certified Accountant and holds the ICAEW’s Diploma in Charity Accounting.

Sandy Dunn

Director at Solutions and Services

Sandy Dunn is a Director of Solutions and Services. This NZ South Island based company is the financial service provider for over 320 schools and has had extensive experience in school finances, and other administration training and support, since 1993.


In 2016 Solutions and Services developed the certified Xero application ‘Monty’ for NZ schools budgeting and reporting after introducing Xero to their schools in 2014. Monty is now used by over 450 schools. The company’s focus is based on best practice and support for schools, with the “app stack” of Xero + Monty + Hubdoc + ApprovalMax recommended.


MontyUK has been developed for UK schools using Xero and ApprovalMax to provide a cost effective solution, with easier budgeting and reporting.

The benefits of using cloud tools for
academy accounting include:

Ease of use:

Ease of use:everyone can make a go of it in no time

Fast implementation

and onboarding:

have a quick start with this new, better way and never look back

Truly affordable:

save a lot of money by choosing cloud

Register to learn more about this cloud-based app stack, see a live demo and get all your questions answered!
About ApprovalMax

ApprovalMax is the #1 tool to get your bills and expenses approved and paid on time. It integrates seamlessly with Xero and Quickbooks Online and replaces the need for paper and email approvals.

About Xeinadin Group

The Xeinadin Group is an extensive group of more than 1,500 advisors spanning the UK and Ireland. Xeinadin Group helps entrepreneurs, SME’s, corporations and not-for-profit organisations achieve their goals and mission. Through unmatched collaboration and innovation, we support and inspire you to reach your strategic business goals or accomplish the mission of your organisation. Xeinadin has a global reach and knowledge but works locally with a personal touch!