HB&O and Validera partner to address audit gaps in education sector

UK accounting firm HB&O has teamed up with internal audit specialist Validera to tackle the shortage of external audit professionals in education. The collaboration will deliver a wider suite of services for schools and colleges, going beyond traditional audit functions to strengthen governance, financial controls, and compliance.

With institutions facing mounting scrutiny and a limited supply of external auditors, the partnership introduces new expertise and competition to the market. The joint approach is designed to help education providers safeguard against governance failures and ensure greater resilience in financial management.

Read the full article to explore how this partnership is reshaping audit support for education providers.