Jenny Howard

Jenny joined the trust in 2012 having previously worked for a "big four" accountancy firm within the audit practice. She is a Chartered Accountant who also holds the ICAEW's Diploma in Charity Accounting. She is responsible for preparing internal and external reporting, management and oversight of the trust's finance team and is involved in supporting key trust projects and initiatives from a financial perspective.

Jenny is closely involved in the trust growth and integration, and continues to work in partnership with staff based at the academies. She has managed the selection and implementation of new systems including payroll, accounting, and budgeting systems to improve both the efficiency of trust processes and the quality of reporting data available to stakeholders. Her sector experience combined with a strong audit practice background is invaluable when designing appropriate internal control processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.