Audit & Assurance
Audit Support & Assurance
We help UK businesses get ready for audit and give stakeholders confidence in their numbers — without the cost of a full statutory audit where one isn't required. From audit preparation and non-statutory assurance reviews to internal controls, Alif brings Big 4 discipline to the work around the audit. Where a statutory audit is legally required, we prepare you for it and work alongside your registered auditor.
What’s included
- Audit preparation — organising records, reconciliations and working papers so an audit runs smoothly.
- Non-statutory (voluntary) assurance reviews that give lenders, investors or boards confidence.
- Agreed-upon-procedures engagements on specific figures.
- Internal-controls reviews that flag weaknesses and gaps, with practical fixes.
- Coordination with your appointed registered auditor when a statutory audit is required.
How we work
01
Review
We assess your current position and flag risks and opportunities.
02
Set up
The right approach, configured around your business.
03
Run & support
Ongoing work delivered on time, with a named specialist on call.
Frequently asked questions
Do you carry out statutory audits?
No — a statutory audit must be performed by a registered auditor. We provide audit preparation, non-statutory assurance and internal controls, and we work alongside your registered auditor when a statutory audit is required.
My company is exempt from audit — why would I want assurance?
Independent assurance builds confidence for lenders, investors and boards, and helps you spot control weaknesses early. It's proportionate and often valuable even when no audit is legally required.
Can you get us ready for our first statutory audit?
Yes. We organise your records, reconciliations and audit file, and coordinate with your appointed registered auditor so the audit runs smoothly.
How do I know if my company needs a statutory audit?
It depends on your size against the current thresholds and any requirements in your articles or from shareholders/lenders. We'll assess your position and tell you clearly.
What are internal controls and why review them?
Internal controls are the checks that keep your finances accurate and protected from error or fraud. We review them, flag gaps, and give you practical improvements.