Audit shouldn’t be painful.
An independent audit should give confidence, not create unnecessary disruption. Our partner-led approach combines independent assurance with thoughtful planning, clear communication and a straightforward, well-managed process.
Confidence that goes beyond the accounts.
An audit gives shareholders, lenders and other stakeholders independent assurance over a company's financial statements. It can strengthen trust in the figures, support important business decisions and give directors a clearer understanding of the reporting behind them.
We also know that an audit can feel stressful: endless information requests, unclear deadlines and questions arriving at the worst possible time. That needn't be the experience. With good planning and communication, an audit can be a valuable exercise rather than a disruption to the business.
Confidence in the figures
Independent assurance to help shareholders, directors and other stakeholders rely on the financial statements.
Stronger stakeholder trust
Reassurance that can matter to lenders, investors, owners and others with an interest in the business.
A useful outside perspective
Clear observations on financial reporting and controls where relevant, while maintaining our independence.
Experienced auditors. A more personal service.
With over 50 years of combined audit experience between our partners Alex Chandler FCA and Alan Brading FCA, you are dealing with people who know what an audit requires and understand the pressures facing directors and finance teams. We take the time to understand your business, not just its year-end figures.
We are a partner-led firm, so you have a clear senior point of contact, direct conversations and an audit shaped around your organisation. You get the credibility and professional standards you expect from an established firm, with the accessibility and care that can be missing from a larger, less personal audit relationship.
Sygma is registered to carry on audit work in the UK by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). Our work is subject to professional, ethical and independence requirements. You benefit from experienced partners who remain closely involved throughout the audit.
Partner involvement
Experienced partners remain involved, accessible and accountable throughout the engagement.
We know businesses
Commercial understanding built through decades of working with directors and finance teams.
Professional credibility
An ICAEW registered audit firm with a clear commitment to professional standards and independence.
An audit that works around your business.
A good audit starts with understanding your business, your systems and the people involved. We agree the timetable early, explain the process in plain English and make clear what information we need, when we need it and why.
We aim to make the experience straightforward, predictable and less disruptive. Questions are raised promptly, requests are coordinated wherever practical and you are kept informed as work progresses. The professional standards remain the same. The experience can be much better.
Plan ahead
Agree the scope, key dates and responsibilities so your team knows what to expect.
Clear, joined-up communication
One accessible point of contact, sensible information requests and straightforward explanations.
No unnecessary surprises
Timely updates, early discussions about issues and transparency around progress and fees.
Statutory and voluntary audits.
For companies required to have a statutory audit, we provide independent assurance with a clear process and direct partner involvement. We can help you understand the timetable, what the audit will involve and how to prepare without putting your finance team under unnecessary pressure.
A voluntary audit can also be worthwhile where one is not legally required. It may give shareholders who are not involved in day-to-day management greater confidence, support discussions with lenders or investors, or provide reassurance ahead of a sale, investment or period of growth. We will discuss whether an audit offers the right value for your circumstances, or whether another assurance service may be more suitable.
Considering a change?
Whether your existing auditor is retiring, your business has grown or you would simply welcome a more responsive relationship, changing auditors can be more straightforward than you might expect. We can talk you through the process, explain what is involved and provide a clear, no-obligation quote. Any appointment remains subject to the usual professional, ethical and independence checks.
Contact us for a no-obligation discussion and quoteLet's discuss what your business needs.
Tell us what you are looking for. We will explain how we can help and the next steps.