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Audit & Assurance in Pakistan

Independent verification of financial statements for stakeholders. We deliver rigorous audit and assurance services ensuring compliance with regulatory and accounting standards.

Audit & Assurance

Under the Companies Act 2017, every company registered with SECP is required to have its financial statements audited annually by a qualified auditor. Beyond legal compliance, audit serves as a critical trust mechanism - audited financials are required for bank borrowing, government tender participation, investor relations, and merger/acquisition due diligence.N Our audit methodology follows International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) as adopted in Pakistan by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP). We perform risk-based audits that focus on areas with the highest likelihood of material misstatement, including revenue recognition, related party transactions, inventory valuation, receivables recoverability, and compliance with tax laws.N Beyond statutory audit, we provide: review engagements (limited assurance) for interim financial statements, agreed-upon procedures for specific financial areas, internal audit support to strengthen your controls before the statutory audit, compliance audits for donor-funded projects and NGOs, and special-purpose audit reports required by banks, investors, or regulatory authorities.N Our approach emphasizes constructive communication - we identify control weaknesses and provide actionable recommendations through our management letter, helping you strengthen your financial controls progressively each year rather than simply flagging issues.

Why This Matters

An unqualified (clean) audit opinion opens doors - banks offer better lending terms, investors gain confidence, and government agencies accept your tender submissions. A qualified audit opinion or audit refusal can trigger SECP enforcement action, bank facility reviews, and loss of business opportunities. Beyond compliance, the audit process itself strengthens your internal controls, reduces fraud risk, and identifies operational inefficiencies that cost money.

How It Works

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We assess your audit scope, timeline, and specific requirements (statutory, donor, special purpose)

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Risk assessment and audit planning identify focus areas based on your industry and transaction patterns

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Fieldwork includes substantive testing, control evaluation, and evidence gathering per ISA standards

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Draft findings are discussed with management for factual accuracy before finalization

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Final audit report with opinion, management letter with recommendations, and SECP filing support

Who This Service Is For

SECP-registered private and public limited companies requiring statutory audit
Companies seeking bank financing that requires audited financial statements
Non-profit organizations and NGOs with donor audit requirements
Businesses preparing for investment rounds or M&A transactions
Companies needing internal audit support to strengthen controls

Key Facts & Deadlines

  • Statutory audit required annually for all SECP-registered companies under Companies Act 2017
  • Audit must follow ISA standards as adopted by ICAP
  • Audited financials required for most bank lending facilities in Pakistan
  • Management letter provides actionable recommendations for control improvements
Financial analysis and compliance
Business strategy and planning
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Audit & Assurance Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, under Section 223 of the Companies Act 2017, every company registered with SECP must have its financial statements audited annually by a qualified, practicing Chartered Accountant. This includes private limited companies, public limited companies, and single-member companies. The auditor must be appointed at the AGM and the audit must follow International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) as adopted by ICAP.

An audit provides reasonable (high-level) assurance that financial statements are free from material misstatement the auditor expresses an opinion on the financials. Assurance is a broader term covering different levels of confidence: reasonable assurance (audit), limited assurance (review engagement), and no assurance (compilation). Businesses choose the engagement type based on stakeholder requirements and regulatory obligations.