External Audit
Positioning you for the future with a PKF Audit
Empowering your business through real insights, global knowledge and leading technology
External audits
That provide real value to your business
An independent and thorough external audit can help you far beyond your regulatory compliance – it can give you independent insights that can help you improve your business. Firms of all sizes are subject to statutory audit and the process can often be timely and complex. PKF Australia work closely with you to build a relationship and provide a personalised, tailored external audit service to cater to your needs and to make the process simple.
Our tailored approach is centered around getting to the heart of your business and is backed by global expertise. We maximise efficiency and add real value to your business through the audit process, all whilst ensuring your statutory auditing requirements are handled concisely, flawlessly and as quickly as possible.
Understanding you and your business is at the heart of our work. As your business environment evolves and grows in complexity and whether you are a large, small, public, private or not-for-profit business, we will be with you every step of the way, assisting in your regulatory and compliance requirements.
A flexible and personalised auditing approach
that brings clarity to your business
Supported by the latest in international tools and technology, we take a flexible and risk-based approach to your auditing needs. Our team of industry and technical experts focus on the key risks within your business, enabling efficient outcomes and constructive recommendations that add real value to you.
With a national presence and global network driven by continuous improvement and knowledge sharing, we open your business up to the best external audit methodology and processes in the world. We’re passionate about delivering clarity by bringing you extensive technical and accounting knowledge. Your business will benefit from extensive experience in interpreting and applying Australian and international accounting, auditing, financial reporting standards, and other regulatory requirements.
Our reporting and insights are geared to deliver:
- Credible and reliable financial statements and management information
- Independent assessment of your objectives
- Opportunities to undertake identified improvements in effectiveness
- Recommendations for your management and the Board
Helping you to see the bigger picture
Providing real value and simplifying the external audit process
We go beyond delivering independent financial statement audits and reviews to provide you with constructive ideas for improving internal controls, governance, risk management and business systems. Our aim is to uncover something about your business that you didn’t already know with every engagement. So, you can accurately and confidently plan for the future and get closer to achieving both your short and long-term business goals.
Our External Audit Services
a flexible approach that is as unique as your business
As part of our external audit service, we provide:
- Statutory audits of financial reports prepared under the Corporations Act, Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission or in accordance with other relevant legislation
- Review engagements
- Reporting to the ASX and other exchanges
- Superannuation funds
Through these services, we empower you to plan for your future.
Our External Audit Team
Steve Bradby
PartnerMelbourne
Shane Cross
PartnerPerth
Ross Di Bartolo
PartnerCanberra
Simon Fermanis
PartnerPerth
Shaun Lindemann
PartnerBrisbane
Martin Matthews
Joint Head of Audit & AssuranceNewcastle
Daniel Rands
PartnerHobart
Steven Russo
PartnerAdelaide
Scott Tobutt
PartnerSydney
Margaret van Aanholt
PartnerNew England North West