A statutory audit, also known as an external audit, is a legally mandated review of a company’s financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and accounting standards. It provides stakeholders investors, banks, regulators with a true and fair view of the financial health of the organization.
Our statutory audit services help businesses meet their legal obligations under the Companies Act, 2013, and other relevant statutes. We meticulously verify financial statements, check internal control systems, and ensure the organization complies with Income Tax, GST, and other regulatory frameworks.
We follow a risk-based audit approach, which prioritizes key business areas and financial elements that carry the most risk. Our auditors use industry-specific checklists, AI-enabled tools, and deep financial analysis to ensure that every aspect of your financial statements is validated thoroughly and independently.
Our team has vast experience auditing companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, banking, NBFCs, real estate, retail, IT, and NGOs. We understand sector-specific reporting requirements, enabling us to perform audits that are not just compliant but valuable for management decision-making.
We don’t just identify issues; we also offer actionable recommendations to improve financial systems, internal controls, and governance practices. Our audit reports provide clarity on weaknesses, non-compliances, and process inefficiencies, helping companies reduce financial and reputational risks.
Whether your company is preparing for fundraising, acquisitions, IPOs, or meeting investor expectations, our statutory audit services help you present a credible financial picture. This builds confidence among stakeholders and gives your business a competitive edge in the market.
Independent examination of financial statements
Compliance with Companies Act, 2013 & ICAI standards
Sector-specific risk-based audit planning
Identification of system and process gaps
Timely delivery of audit reports and annexures
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.
No. It is mandatory for all companies registered under the Companies Act whose turnover, assets, or structure crosses certain thresholds. Private limited, public limited, and LLPs with higher turnover often fall under this requirement.
Key documents include financial statements (balance sheet, P&L, cash flow), general ledger, bank statements, loan agreements, invoices, tax filings, and internal control documentation.
An external (statutory) audit is conducted by an independent third-party auditor to meet legal requirements, while internal audits are done internally or outsourced for management review and control improvement.
We highlight discrepancies and material misstatements in our audit report. We also offer guidance on rectifying these through accounting adjustments or improved controls.
Absolutely. We have specialized audit professionals trained in Indian Accounting Standards (IND AS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), suitable for listed and global companies.