Lion Academy Trust: SBS Virtual Finance Assistant Case Study

Discover how Lion Academy Trust uses SBS’s Virtual Finance Assistant service to streamline financial processes, strengthen consistency and save around £600,000 a year, freeing up resources to focus on delivering better outcomes for pupils.

Posted on 28th September 2026   |   Read time 4 minutes   |   Share: | | |

 

Lion Academy Trust has grown significantly over the past decade into a family of 11 primary schools in London, Essex and Northamptonshire. 

Chief Financial and Risk Officer, David Bond, is responsible for leading the trust’s finance, risk and operational strategy, with a firm focus on ensuring that strong financial management supports educational success across the organisation.

Like many growing multi-academy trusts, Lion Academy Trust has faced the challenge of maintaining consistent and robust financial management systems while undergoing steady growth.

Contact us to find out more about our Virtual Finance Assistant service here.

 

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