Sanjeev Dua & Associates — Chartered Accountants
Independent Assurance

Audit & Assurance

Independent attest and assurance engagements providing objective evaluation of financial statements, internal control systems, and regulatory adherence.

Scope of Practice

What We Cover

Approved statutory and professional services under this practice area.

Internal Audit
Tax Audit
Statutory Audit
Stock Audit
Operational Audit
Special Purpose Audit
Practice Overview

Service Overview

Independent audit and assurance functions serve as a vital cornerstone of financial transparency, corporate governance, and regulatory accountability. Stakeholders, including shareholders, boards of directors, commercial lenders, and regulatory authorities, rely on audited financial statements to assess financial integrity.

Sanjeev Dua & Associates delivers rigorous, objective audit and assurance services adhering strictly to the Standards on Auditing issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Our audit team combines deep technical knowledge with practical industry understanding across diverse audit mandates.

Applicability

Who May Require This Service

General commercial circumstances and entity types subject to this framework.

Incorporated companies subject to mandatory statutory audit under the Companies Act.
Enterprises exceeding statutory business turnover or professional gross receipt criteria for tax audit.
Organizations seeking independent internal audit reviews to strengthen internal financial controls and risk governance.
Commercial banks and financial institutions requiring collateral verification through stock and receivables audits.
Engagement Workflow

Typical Process & Engagement Approach

How our professional team coordinates and executes assignments.

1. Audit Planning & Risk Assessment

Understanding the entity’s business model, regulatory environment, and identifying areas of material audit risk.

2. Internal Control Evaluation

Reviewing and testing design and operating effectiveness of internal financial controls and accounting procedures.

3. Substantive Testing & Verification

Examining accounting ledgers, supporting vouchers, physical asset verifications, and external confirmations.

4. Reporting & Communication

Discussing audit observations with management and issuing the independent audit report with required disclosures.

Documentation

Information & Documents Typically Required

Standard records and background materials necessary for assessment and filing.

Complete general ledgers, trial balance, and draft financial statements
Previous period audited financial statements and audit reports
Board meeting minutes, shareholder resolutions, and statutory registers
Physical inventory verification sheets and asset registers
Bank balance confirmations, loan sanction letters, and security documents
Legal and statutory compliance correspondence with regulatory authorities
Methodology

Professional Approach & Standards

We conduct audit engagements with complete independence, professional skepticism, and methodological rigor. Led by CA. Sanjeev Kumar Dua—who holds specialized post-qualification Certification in Concurrent Audit of Banks (CCA)—our team applies structured verification procedures that provide dependable assurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

Key answers regarding service scope, regulatory relevance, and procedural steps.

What is the primary objective of an independent statutory audit?

The primary objective is to evaluate whether the financial statements present a true and fair view of the entity’s financial position, operating results, and cash flows in conformity with recognized accounting principles and statutory corporate requirements.

When is a business entity required to undergo a Tax Audit?

A Tax Audit is required when an entity’s business turnover or professional gross receipts exceed statutory thresholds prescribed under direct tax laws, or when presumptive taxation provisions require independent examination.

What does a bank-mandated Stock Audit involve?

A Stock Audit involves independent physical inspection and valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, reconciliation against bank borrowing limits, verification of stock statements, and review of insurance adequacy.

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Related Practice Areas

Interconnected statutory and corporate advisory disciplines.

Forensic Audit

Targeted investigative financial examinations and transaction tracing for specialized inquiry mandates.

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Accounting & Maintenance of Books

Structured general ledger maintenance and bookkeeping preparing accounts for audit examination.

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Income Tax Returns

Direct tax return preparation incorporating verified tax audit disclosures and computations.

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Discuss Your Requirements with Our Office

Contact the firm to discuss your specific accounting, taxation, or compliance requirements with our professional team.

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