Moore Stephens provides professional audit services which go further than simply ensuring compliance with Corporations Law and other statutory requirements. The firm’s Audit and Business Assurance Services division provides value-added services to clients, tailored to their business needs.

Our expertise extends to the areas of:

External Audit
Internal Audit
Assurance Services
Risk Assessment Reviews
Special Purpose Engagements
Agreed Upon Procedures
System Reviews
Due Diligence
Investigating Accountant Reports
Experts Reports
Valuations
Advice on the application of accounting policies and accounting standards and other mandatory professional reporting requirements

The Moore Stephens Australia and international groups provide the necessary infrastructure to conduct large audits with operations throughout Australia and overseas. The group provides a genuine alternative to the Big 5 accounting firms.

Our Audit Approach

Our audits are conducted in accordance with the Moore Stephens International audit methodology adapted for Australian Auditing Standards and Auditing Guidance Statements issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and where applicable, relevant statutory requirements. Accordingly, our audits are always tailored to fit the circumstances of each client.

Our tailored audit programs are updated regularly to incorporate changes in Accounting and Auditing Standards and relevant statutory requirements. We utilise laptop computers and Caseware audit software for efficient documentation of accounting systems and procedures, preparation of audit lead schedules and working papers.

We place emphasis on;

Realistic planning at each stage of the assignment.
Sensible communications with accounting staff minimising inconvenience and disruption.
Assessment of financial controls and procedures to establish the degree of reliance which may be placed upon them.

We develop close working relationships with our clients in order to understand their needs and so they are aware of who to approach for enquires.

In addition the client is informed of changes to statutory, reporting and other requirements which affect their business.

Depending on the nature of the assignment the most appropriate audit team with the required level of training, experience and expertise is utilised in the various aspects of work undertaken. We believe the key to a successful audit is the strength of the relationship between management and our audit team. Audits are always tailored to the specific features of the accounting systems and internal controls of each client.

Moore Stephens is able to provide clients with many benefits including:

Qualified personnel with considerable experience in the audit of a wide range of entities, including listed and unlisted public companies, not for profit organisations, Government, private companies and family groups.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of Accounting and Auditing Standards including statutory requirements,
Familiarisation with a wide range of computerised accounting systems and packages.
A high level of partner and manager involvement in the Audit Program,
A system of communication that promotes openness between the audit team and the client to ensure an effective and efficient conduct of the audit,
A competitive fee basis for the provision of audit services,
Management letters, identifying weaknesses in internal controls, and constructive, broad ranging recommendations for improvement.

If you wish to discuss or review your existing audit arrangements, or would like further information on the Audit and Business Assurance division of Moore Stephens Adelaide, please contact:

Director: Jim Gouskos (08) 82912500