Internal Financial Controls (IFC) are the backbone of a well-governed and compliant organization. These controls ensure the integrity of financial reporting, prevent fraud, and help maintain accountability across departments. At Proficia NXT, we assist businesses in evaluating, testing, and strengthening their IFC frameworks in alignment with the Companies Act, 2013 and global best practices.
IFC testing goes beyond compliance—it’s about building trust and sustainability. Our approach starts with understanding your existing processes, identifying gaps, and implementing practical controls that align with your industry risks. Whether you’re a listed company or an SME, strong IFCs reduce vulnerabilities and enhance investor confidence.
We perform detailed walkthroughs, risk control matrices (RCMs), and control testing to evaluate the design and effectiveness of existing controls. Our specialists use a combination of sampling, evidence collection, and automation tools to ensure each control is functioning as intended and documented properly. Findings are discussed with key stakeholders, and we provide actionable recommendations.
Our goal is to simplify your audit preparation and reduce risk exposure. We don’t just test controls—we help build better ones. Through SOP alignment, IT control testing, and periodic reviews, we ensure your control environment is not only compliant but agile enough to grow with your business.
Strong Internal Financial Controls (IFC) form the foundation of ethical business practices and reliable financial reporting. At Proficia NXT, our IFC Testing & Review service is not just a checklist—it is a strategic evaluation that helps build a culture of accountability. We go beyond basic compliance to create a roadmap for sustainable control governance, tailored to your industry and business structure. Our deep understanding of business cycles, IT environments, and audit expectations allows us to provide integrated solutions that stand up to internal, external, and regulatory scrutiny. Whether you’re preparing for a statutory audit or want to strengthen internal systems proactively, our team ensures your controls are tested, trusted, and timely.
Compliance with Companies Act, 2013
Risk-Based Control Assessment
Robust Documentation & RCM Mapping
Testing Design & Operational Effectiveness
Cross-Functional Stakeholder Engagement
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all auditing. At Pawan Lohia & Associates, every Risk-Based Internal Audit begins with an in-depth understanding of your business model, industry dynamics, and regulatory exposure. Our team collaborates closely with your internal stakeholders to prioritize risk areas, define scope, and execute detailed audits with a strategic lens.
Internal Financial Controls are systems, policies, and procedures that ensure accuracy in financial reporting, prevent fraud, and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations. They form the foundation of financial integrity and corporate governance.
Testing IFCs helps identify gaps or weaknesses in internal systems that may lead to financial misstatements, fraud, or compliance failures. It’s crucial for building investor trust, satisfying audit requirements, and improving operational control.
IFC compliance is mandatory for listed companies and certain unlisted public companies under the Companies Act, 2013. However, private and smaller firms are also encouraged to adopt IFC frameworks to improve internal governance.
An IFC review involves evaluating existing control processes, testing their effectiveness, identifying deficiencies, recommending improvements, and ensuring that documentation and compliance standards are met as per applicable laws.
Ideally, IFC testing should be performed annually or as part of the statutory audit cycle. However, in dynamic business environments, more frequent reviews (quarterly or bi-annually) may be necessary, especially after significant changes.