JOYCE J CHARUVILA & ASSOCIATES
JOYCE J CHARUVILA & ASSOCIATES
India Regulatory Compliance

Statutory Audit

Independent evaluation of an entity's financial statements to express an opinion on whether they present a true and fair view of its financial position, in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards and Companies Act 2013 requirements.

Statutory Audit

Who Requires This Service

All registered Private Limited Companies, Public Limited Companies, and LLPs meeting statutory thresholds in India.

Scope of Professional Assistance

  • Review of internal control systems and financial reporting practices
  • Verification of transactions, vouchers, bank balances, and physical assets
  • Assessing compliance with Accounting Standards and CARO (Companies Auditor's Report Order)
  • Drafting independent auditor reports and management representation letters
  • Assistance with e-filing of audited financial statements (Form AOC-4)

Process Timeline

01

Planning

Formulating an audit plan, setting materiality thresholds, and performing risk assessment.

02

Fieldwork

Testing transaction samples, verifying bank balances, and checking ledger compliance.

03

Review

Discussing audit findings, adjustments, and accounting estimates with management.

04

Reporting

Issuing the independent auditor's report containing our opinion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is statutory audit mandatory for small private limited companies?

Yes, statutory audit is mandatory for all registered companies in India, regardless of their turnover or capital.

What is the penalty for not filing audited financial statements on time?

Late filing of AOC-4 attracts daily penalties and can lead to prosecution of the directors under the Companies Act.

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