Compliance Audit Services That Confirm You Meet the Rules
Regulators, funders, and stakeholders expect you to prove compliance, not just claim it. ABM Chartered Accountants delivers independent compliance audits that verify your adherence to the rules that govern your operations, funding, and regulatory obligations.
Independent Verification That You Are Compliant
A compliance audit tests whether your organisation follows the specific rules, regulations, or conditions that apply to it. This could be a regulatory framework, a grant condition, a funding agreement, or a legal requirement such as anti-money laundering or data protection. ABM Chartered Accountants carries out these audits with the independence and rigour that stakeholders demand.
Our ICAEW and ACCA qualified accountants review your policies, procedures, and records against the applicable requirements, test whether your controls are working in practice, and deliver a clear report that confirms compliance or identifies exactly where the gaps are and what needs to change.
What Our Compliance Audit Service Covers
From regulatory reviews to grant condition audits, here is how ABM Chartered Accountants provides the independent compliance assurance your organisation and its stakeholders require.
Regulatory Compliance Review
Auditing your adherence to the specific regulatory framework that governs your sector or activity.
Grant Condition Audit
Verifying that grant funding has been spent in line with the conditions set by the awarding body.
Funding Agreement Verification
Confirming that your use of public or private funding complies with the terms of the agreement.
AML Compliance Check
Reviewing your anti-money laundering controls and procedures against current UK legal requirements.
Data Protection Compliance
Assessing your data handling practices against UK GDPR and Data Protection Act obligations.
Compliance Reporting
Producing a clear audit report with findings, risk ratings, and recommendations for improvement.
Prove Compliance Before the Regulator Asks You
Non-compliance carries real consequences. Grant funding can be clawed back. Regulatory penalties can be imposed. Contracts can be terminated. A compliance audit from ABM Chartered Accountants gives you independent evidence that you are meeting your obligations, and if you are not, it tells you exactly what needs to be fixed before the regulator finds it.
For organisations that receive public funding, hold regulated licences, or operate under sector-specific rules, compliance audits also demonstrate accountability to your stakeholders. They show funders, trustees, and the public that you take your obligations seriously and that independent scrutiny supports your governance framework.
Compliance Audits for Organisations Right Across the UK
Based in Canary Wharf, London, ABM Chartered Accountants delivers compliance audits to organisations throughout the UK. We tailor each audit to the specific rules and requirements that apply to you.
Compliance Audits Across Every Regulated Sector
We deliver compliance audits for organisations in financial services, charities, education, housing, healthcare, professional services, construction, and the public sector. Every sector has its own compliance framework, and we audit against it.
Why Organisations Choose ABM for Compliance
Chartered Compliance Auditors
ICAEW and ACCA qualified auditing your compliance position.
Rules-Based Approach
Every audit tested against the applicable legal framework.
Gaps Identified and Resolved
Non-compliance found early with clear corrective recommendations.
How We Work
Initial Consultation
Set Up and Onboard
Ongoing Support
We provide regular reviews and proactive advice to keep your finances optimised and HMRC-compliant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the compliance audit questions we hear most often. Contact our team for tailored guidance.
What is a compliance audit?
A compliance audit is an independent review that tests whether your organisation meets the specific rules, regulations, funding conditions, or legal requirements that apply to it. It provides assurance to regulators, funders, and stakeholders that you are operating within the framework you are expected to follow.
When is a compliance audit required?
Compliance audits are required in a range of situations, including as a condition of grant funding, as part of a regulatory framework, or when your governing body or funder requests independent verification. Some organisations also commission voluntary compliance audits to strengthen their governance.
What does a grant condition audit involve?
A grant condition audit examines whether the funding you received has been used for the purposes specified by the awarding body. We review expenditure against the grant conditions, check that reporting requirements have been met, and confirm that any unspent funds are properly accounted for.
Can you audit our AML compliance?
Yes. We review your anti-money laundering policies, customer due diligence procedures, risk assessments, and suspicious activity reporting against current UK legislation. ABM Chartered Accountants identifies any weaknesses and recommends the steps needed to bring your controls into full compliance.
What do you report on at the end?
We deliver a clear compliance audit report that sets out our findings, rates each area by risk level, and provides practical recommendations for any areas where compliance is not fully met. The report gives your board or funders the evidence they need.
How much does a compliance audit cost?
Fees depend on the scope of the audit, the regulatory framework involved, and the size of your organisation. We offer fixed-fee pricing agreed before the engagement starts. Contact ABM Chartered Accountants for a quote tailored to your compliance needs.