--- title: "British Accounting and Finance Association — check charity number 299527 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Accounting and Finance Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 299527. Education/training charity based in Unit 13. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-accounting-and-finance-association retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:17:44.421Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Accounting and Finance Association is a registered charity (number 299527) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £373,841 (year ending 2025-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about British Accounting and Finance Association? Registered charity number 299527 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Unit 13 Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £373,841 Website [bafa.ac.uk](http://bafa.ac.uk/) ## What does British Accounting and Finance Association do? The advancement of knowledge/understanding of accounting, finance and financial management, including:(i) the advancement of education in these areas(ii) the encouragement of research in these areas(iii) the promotion by means of conferences, discussion groups or otherwise, of closer relations among teachers, practitioners and others who are interested in the development of these areas ## What causes is British Accounting and Finance Association registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Accounting and Finance Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Accounting and Finance Association is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=british-accounting-and-finance-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://bafa.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Accounting and Finance Association a legitimate charity? Yes. British Accounting and Finance Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 299527) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is British Accounting and Finance Association's charity number? British Accounting and Finance Association's charity number is 299527. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 299527? Search 299527 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does British Accounting and Finance Association do? The advancement of knowledge/understanding of accounting, finance and financial management, including:(i) the advancement of education in these areas(ii) the encouragement of research in these areas(iii) the promotion by means of conferences, discussion groups or otherwise, of closer relations among teachers, practitioners and others who are interested in the development of these areas Does British Accounting and Finance Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Accounting and Finance Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to British Accounting and Finance Association? British Accounting and Finance Association's website is http://bafa.ac.uk/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/299527).