James Drew Maat

James Drew MAAT currently serves as a Senior Finance Business Partner at Reach South Academy Trust, beginning in February 2024, with responsibilities including month-end processes and leading the audit process. Previously, James held the position of Finance Business Partner at Reach South Academy Trust from April to December 2023, focusing on management accounts, cashflow forecasting, and supporting internal audits. James has also worked as a Management Accountant at Babcock International Group, a Bookkeeper at Bromhead Chartered Accountants, and an Accounts Assistant at Appleby Westward Group Limited, where bad debt issues were addressed. Early career experience includes a temporary role as a Purchase Ledger Assistant at Plymouth Marjon University and managing a hospitality team, achieving significant revenue recovery. Education includes ongoing work towards ACCA certification, alongside qualifications in Xero and AAT.