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5 Reasons for Conducting an External Audit

For financial statements to be applicable, important decision-makers need to be able to analyze and interpret the statements. The externally audited financial statements help managers and investors evaluate an organization’s past performance, predict its future performance, and make intelligent and informed financial decisions. While an external audit is mandatory for Freezone companies in UAE, it … Continued

Audit Requirements for Holding Company in Dubai, UAE

Audit Requirements for Holding Company in Dubai, UAE

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), audit requirements for holding companies are comprehensively outlined in the Federal Law. According to the Commercial Companies Federal Law, No. 32 of 2021, all mainland companies in the UAE are required to undergo financial account auditing. In this article, we will discuss all the requirements and relevant details for … Continued

IFRS: What It Is, Benefits, Importance and Scope

IFRS: What It Is, Benefits, Importance and Scope

With the rapidly changing business landscape in the UAE, it is becoming increasingly significant for businesses to have a clear and concise financial reporting system in place. Thus, enforcing Financial Reporting Standards for business conduct in the UAE is highly essential.  What is IFRS? The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are a set of accounting … Continued

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3 Types of Audit and Assurance Services in UAE

As per Article 27 of Federal Law No (2) of 2015 or Commercial Companies Law, businesses are to retain at least one auditor to audit accounts every single year. Shareholders or partners are also to obtain audited financial statements and audit reports from auditors in the UAE. Article 236 also stipulates accounts of a company … Continued

Internal vs External Audit: Procedure, What It Is, How to Conduct and Purpose

Internal vs External Audit: Procedure, What It Is, How to Conduct and Purpose

Managing Internal and External audit procedures is an essential requisite for businesses to function in Dubai. An Internal audit maintains the Company’s financial profile and helps companies to overcome financial stress. In contrast, an External audit procedure is conducted to enforce financial stability and to rectify last-minute mistakes. Thus, strict measurements are enforced when conducting … Continued

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7 Advantages of Outsourcing Internal Audit in 2026

It’s easier than ever to open and manage a business, and also to carry out internal audit services in Dubai. This is due to increased internet access and understanding by governments across the globe about the importance and impact of businesses on the economy.  Over the past few years, the UAE has seen a rise in … Continued

Difference Between Audit And Forensic Auditing

Every business in Dubai, UAE, regardless of its size and nature, has to measure its current status and position in the market to ascertain if it is moving in the right direction or not. To gain deep insights, the companies may carry out audits to get a vivid picture of the company. Before carrying out … Continued

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How to Prepare for an External Audit | Process & Steps

An audit is the examination and verification of a company’s financial records to ensure accuracy and fair representation. Your organization must undergo external audits conducted by AFD to ensure that its processes, systems, and documentation are still appropriate and, most importantly, beneficial to the organization. Essentially, an external audit examines the compliance and financial performance … Continued

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Internal Audit & Risk Assurance

The businesses in the UAE require investors to invest their money, and banks leverage costs by lending money without any hassle. It forms an essential aspect of the business. Internal audit and risk assurance services provided by the Audit firms in Dubai help businesses achieve these specified business goals.  Why consider an internal audit? Businesses … Continued