Audit, Assurance, Risk & Compliance

Independent Insight.
Stronger Controls. Greater Confidence.

We provide independent audit, assurance, risk management and compliance services that help organisations strengthen financial accountability, improve internal controls, manage risks and make informed decisions with confidence.

Our Approach

Audit & Assurance Services

At Sir Jonathan and Company LLP, our audit and assurance services are designed to provide organisations with reliable, independent and objective insight into their financial information, operations, systems and controls.

We go beyond checking figures. Our work considers the wider business environment, identifying risks, control weaknesses, inefficiencies and compliance gaps that may affect an organisation's performance, accountability and sustainability.

Our objective is simple: provide management, boards, trustees, investors, donors and other stakeholders with information they can rely on when making important decisions.
What We Do

Our Audit & Assurance Services

Our services are tailored to the size, structure, activities and specific requirements of each organisation.

01

External & Statutory Audit

We independently examine financial statements, accounting records, transactions and supporting information to determine whether financial information has been prepared fairly and in accordance with applicable accounting standards, legislation and reporting requirements.

  • Financial statement examination
  • Substantive and control testing
  • Accounting records review
  • Audit reporting and recommendations
02

Internal Audit

Our internal audit services provide independent assessment of operations, financial activities, systems and internal controls. We identify weaknesses, inefficiencies and emerging risks and provide practical recommendations for improvement.

  • Risk-based internal audits
  • Operational reviews
  • Control effectiveness testing
  • Follow-up of audit recommendations
03

Donor & Project Audits

We audit donor-funded projects and programmes to assess whether funds have been used in accordance with approved budgets, funding agreements, contractual conditions and applicable requirements.

  • Project financial audits
  • Donor compliance reviews
  • Budget utilisation testing
  • Accountability reporting
04

Expenditure Verification

We verify expenditure against approved budgets, supporting documentation, authorised activities and funding requirements. Our work helps identify unsupported, ineligible, duplicate or incorrectly classified expenditure.

  • Supporting document verification
  • Budget-to-actual review
  • Eligibility testing
  • Exception identification
05

Agreed-Upon Procedures

Under agreed-upon procedures, we perform specific procedures agreed with the client or intended users and report factual findings without providing an audit opinion.

  • Specific transaction testing
  • Financial information verification
  • Compliance procedures
  • Factual findings reports
06

Risk & Compliance Assessments

We assess significant organisational risks and evaluate compliance with laws, regulations, internal policies, contractual obligations, funding conditions and other applicable requirements.

  • Enterprise risk assessment
  • Regulatory compliance review
  • Policy compliance
  • Risk mitigation recommendations
07

Internal Control Reviews

We review controls covering key business processes including cash management, procurement, revenue, expenditure, payroll, assets, inventory and financial reporting.

  • Control design assessment
  • Control effectiveness testing
  • Segregation of duties
  • Control improvement recommendations
08

Stocktaking & Inventory Verification

We undertake physical verification of stock and inventory against accounting and inventory records, helping organisations identify shortages, excesses, discrepancies and weaknesses in inventory controls.

  • Physical stock verification
  • Inventory reconciliation
  • Variance identification
  • Inventory control assessment
09

Compliance Reviews

We review organisational practices and processes to determine whether they comply with applicable laws, regulations, contractual requirements, internal policies and established procedures.

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Policy compliance
  • Contract compliance
  • Corrective action planning
10

Governance & Accountability Reviews

We assess governance structures, accountability mechanisms, decision-making processes and oversight arrangements to help organisations strengthen transparency and responsible management.

  • Governance assessment
  • Board and committee processes
  • Accountability structures
  • Management oversight
11

Financial Systems & Process Reviews

We examine financial and operational processes to identify inefficiencies, control gaps and opportunities to improve reliability, accountability and operational performance.

  • Process mapping
  • Systems assessment
  • Process control review
  • Efficiency improvement
12

Fraud Risk & Control Assessments

We assess processes and controls that may expose an organisation to fraud, financial loss or abuse and recommend measures to strengthen prevention, detection and response mechanisms.

  • Fraud risk assessment
  • Control vulnerability review
  • Fraud prevention measures
  • Monitoring recommendations
Risk & Compliance

Helping Organisations Identify, Manage and Reduce Risk

Organisations operate in an environment of changing regulations, financial pressures, operational risks and increasing expectations for accountability.

Our risk and compliance services help management and governing bodies understand their exposure, strengthen controls and establish practical measures for managing identified risks.

Risk Identification Identify financial, operational and compliance risks.
Control Assessment Determine whether existing controls are effective.
Compliance Monitoring Review compliance with applicable requirements.
Risk Mitigation Develop practical recommendations to reduce exposure.
Management Reporting Provide clear findings and actionable recommendations.
Follow-Up Reviews Assess progress in implementing agreed actions.
Our Methodology

A Structured & Risk-Based Approach

We apply a systematic approach designed to understand your organisation, identify significant risks and provide useful, evidence-based recommendations.

01

Understanding Your Organisation

We understand your operations, objectives, structure, processes and operating environment.

02

Risk Assessment

We identify and assess key financial, operational, compliance and control risks.

03

Planning

We develop an appropriate audit or review plan based on the identified risks and agreed objectives.

04

Fieldwork & Testing

We examine records, transactions, systems, controls and supporting documentation.

05

Findings & Analysis

We analyse identified exceptions, control weaknesses, risks and areas requiring management attention.

06

Reporting

We provide clear and objective reports highlighting significant findings and their implications.

07

Recommendations

We provide practical recommendations designed to address identified weaknesses and improve controls.

08

Follow-Up

Where required, we review implementation of agreed recommendations and report on progress.

The Value We Provide

Benefits to Your Organisation

Our work is intended not only to identify issues, but also to provide management with information that supports improvement.

Greater Financial Confidence

Obtain greater confidence in the accuracy, reliability and integrity of financial information.

Stronger Internal Controls

Identify weaknesses and strengthen controls around critical financial and operational processes.

Better Risk Management

Understand key risks and establish appropriate measures to manage and reduce organisational exposure.

Improved Compliance

Identify compliance gaps and support management in meeting applicable obligations and requirements.

Greater Accountability

Strengthen transparency and accountability in the use and management of organisational resources.

Better Decision-Making

Provide management and governing bodies with reliable information to support informed decisions.

Our Clients

Organisations We Serve

We support organisations across a wide range of sectors and operating environments.

Private Businesses
NGOs & CBOs
Charities
Donor-Funded Projects
SACCOs
Insurance Organisations
Educational Institutions
Healthcare Organisations
Manufacturing
Retail & Trading
Hospitality
Transport & Logistics
Government & Public Institutions
Professional Organisations
Technology & ICT
Associations & Clubs
Why Sir Jonathan & Company

Professional. Independent. Practical.

We combine professional expertise with a practical understanding of the challenges faced by organisations in today's operating environment.

01

Independent & Objective

We provide objective assessments and independent professional insight.

02

Risk-Based Approach

Our work focuses attention on areas presenting the greatest risks to your organisation.

03

Practical Recommendations

We focus on recommendations that can realistically be implemented by management.

04

Professional Standards

Our assignments are performed with professional discipline and appropriate standards in mind.

05

Broad Sector Experience

We understand the different risks and accountability requirements across various sectors.

06

Client-Focused Service

We work closely with management to understand objectives and deliver useful results.

Strengthen Your Controls. Reduce Your Risks.

Whether you require an external audit, internal audit, compliance review, risk assessment or an independent review of your controls, Sir Jonathan and Company LLP can help you gain greater visibility and confidence in your organisation.

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