Charities and Not for Profits
Strategic advice to support growth, compliance and long-term success
Whichever client base you opt for, you study towards the ACA, the ICAEW chartered accountancy qualification
Buzzacott works closely with training providers whose courses are designed to help you get the most of your pratical experience. When you join us as a graduate your contract indcludes fully supervised 35/39 month training programme for the ACA
You'll work with a top firm of external tutors on a closely monitored and structure programme which involves.
- Training at tutors offices
- Regular tests
- On-the-job training
- Paid study leave
- All exam fees paid for
From the start, one of our management team will be your mentor, and you will have a dedicated talent coach to support your professional and personal development and keep track of your ICAEW exam progress. Feel free to discuss issues or request guidance from them and other Buzzacott partners and senior staff as well as your tutors.
Our business services
Blackbaud Grantmaking
We are the UK’s leading specialists in implementing and supporting Blackbaud Grantmaking, helping organisations tailor the platform to their unique needs. From initial setup to workflow design, integration, and ongoing support, we ensure the system grows with you.
Power BI for grantmaking
We turn data into decisions. Our team builds ready-to-use dashboards that integrate your data from sources like Blackbaud and other APIs. They capture your pipeline, approvals, payments and outcomes to help visualise spend by theme or geography, track milestones and KPIs, and produce trustee-ready packs at a click.
Internal audit
Access bespoke internal audit services perfectly tailored to your specific business needs. With expertise across a wide range of sectors, we're ready to provide the precise support you require, no matter your industry. Click the arrow to find out more...
ESG assurance
Fulfil your ESG governance obligations with end-to-end support in carbon accounting, reporting, and due diligence, giving you complete confidence in your reporting. Click the arrow to find out more...
Our services
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Businesses
Our tax services adapt to clients of all sizes—from fast-growth startups and family businesses to professional practices and international groups.
Financial services
Professional practices
Real estate and construction
Retail
Technology and media
Why work with us
We help businesses, individuals, and not-for-profits navigate financial and regulatory challenges, enabling confident decisions and stronger futures.
Practical, responsive support
We don’t overcomplicate things. You’ll get clear, hands-on guidance that helps you resolve issues quickly, make the most of your systems, and keep grantmaking on track.
Decades of experience
With more than 30 years advising grantmakers, we understand the realities you face - from governance and compliance to the day-to-day challenges of managing funds.
Trusted across the sector
Leading charities, trusts and foundations turn to us because we help them achieve what matters most: efficient processes, transparency for stakeholders, and confidence in compliance.
Connected expertise
As part of a wider firm, we can bring in specialists from audit, tax and advisory whenever your needs extend beyond grant management - giving you seamless support under one roof.
Hear from our clients Accordion
Thank you for caring about my peace of mind and the rebuilding of my financial self-confidence. From the outset, I have felt as though I’m more than just another set of technicalities of international tax law and your kind attention to my wonderings and worries are appreciated more than I can say.
A British national moving back to the UK following a 25+ year settlement in the USKS
Thank you for caring about my peace of mind and the rebuilding of my financial self-confidence. From the outset, I have felt as though I’m more than just another set of technicalities of international tax law and your kind attention to my wonderings and worries are appreciated more than I can say.
A British national moving back to the UK following a 25+ year settlement in the USKS
Thank you for caring about my peace of mind and the rebuilding of my financial self-confidence. From the outset, I have felt as though I’m more than just another set of technicalities of international tax law and your kind attention to my wonderings and worries are appreciated more than I can say.
A British national moving back to the UK following a 25+ year settlement in the USKS
Thank you for caring about my peace of mind and the rebuilding of my financial self-confidence. From the outset, I have felt as though I’m more than just another set of technicalities of international tax law and your kind attention to my wonderings and worries are appreciated more than I can say.
A British national moving back to the UK following a 25+ year settlement in the USKS
Words from our team
Our clients choose us because we are a people business, which provides a responsive, professional service, built on trust.
David Jarman, Partner and Head of Financial Services
Contact us
We are always ready to help you and answer your questions.
How long does it take to obtain probate
It’s difficult to provide a general time frame as there are many things that can affect the process. On average it takes three to six months to get the necessary paperwork for the Probate Register but it can take longer - more than a year in some cases if the estate is complicated. Below is an outline of the process and, from our experience, how long it typically takes at each step.
1. In-depth documentation review
This includes reviewing recent annual reports, corporation tax computations and returns and any tax policy documents to assess your current tax implications.
1. In-depth documentation review
This includes reviewing recent annual reports, corporation tax computations and returns and any tax policy documents to assess your current tax implications.
1. In-depth documentation review
This includes reviewing recent annual reports, corporation tax computations and returns and any tax policy documents to assess your current tax implications.
1. In-depth documentation review
This includes reviewing recent annual reports, corporation tax computations and returns and any tax policy documents to assess your current tax implications.
How much from tips do you collect per month?
From April 2025
Total saving per month
£3,450
Employer saving per month
£2,250
Employee saving per month
£1,200
Tips collected per month
£15,000
Downloads
Annual academy trust benchmarking report 2025
To budget, forecast and ensure long-term financial stability, it’s important that trusts can understand how they compare to their peers. In its 10th year, our report provides a snapshot of the financial health of the sector.