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AFS & Independent Reviews

Independent and standards-aligned review engagements that strengthen governance and elevate confidence in your reporting.

What we deliver

Our AFS and independent review services strengthen trust in your financial reporting and governance processes. We work with private companies, regulated entities, and organisations that need objective assurance support. Every engagement is delivered with professional scepticism, clarity, and practical recommendations.

Service scope

Annual Financial Statement Compilation

We compile annual financial statements from underlying accounting records using applicable reporting standards. This is suited to organisations requiring complete year-end packs for shareholders, lenders, or regulators. You receive clear, consistent, and presentation-ready statements.

Independent Reviews (Companies Act Compliant)

We perform independent reviews in line with South African Companies Act requirements and relevant review standards. The service helps qualifying entities obtain credible assurance over financial information. Management and stakeholders gain increased confidence in reported results.

Agreed-Upon Procedures

We execute focused procedures against specific financial areas identified by management or stakeholders. This is useful where targeted assurance is required without a full-scope review or audit. The outcome is concise factual reporting on the agreed matters.

Internal Audit Services

We provide internal audit support to evaluate control design and operating effectiveness across core processes. Organisations with governance committees or expanding operations use this to strengthen oversight. Findings are translated into practical actions that improve resilience and accountability.

Compliance Monitoring

We monitor compliance against key financial, statutory, and internal policy requirements on a recurring basis. This service supports teams that need independent oversight between year-end cycles. Regular monitoring helps identify and resolve issues before they escalate.

Risk Assessment & Management

We facilitate risk identification and assessment for financial reporting, controls, and regulatory obligations. This equips management with a prioritised risk view and mitigation roadmap. Better risk management supports steadier operations and stronger governance decisions.

Regulatory Reporting

We assist with the preparation and review of regulatory reporting outputs required by oversight bodies and stakeholders. The service is designed for organisations operating in controlled environments where reporting quality is critical. You gain confidence that submissions are complete, coherent, and timely.

CIPC Compliance Reviews

We review CIPC-related compliance requirements and filing readiness to keep your company in good standing. This includes identifying gaps in records, returns, and governance documentation. Early remediation reduces compliance friction and supports uninterrupted operations.

Typical outcomes

  • Higher confidence in year-end and stakeholder reporting.
  • Improved governance through stronger control visibility.
  • Early identification of compliance and process gaps.
  • Clear remediation actions aligned to operational realities.
  • Reduced risk of avoidable regulatory issues.

How we work

Step 1: Discovery

We begin by understanding your current financial position, compliance status, reporting needs, and operational priorities in the South African context.

Step 2: Plan

We develop a clear scope, timelines, and responsibilities so your team knows exactly what will be delivered and when.

Step 3: Delivery

Our team executes the agreed work accurately and transparently, with regular updates and practical recommendations at each stage.

Step 4: Support

We remain available after delivery to resolve follow-up queries, maintain compliance momentum, and adapt as your business evolves.

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