Business Details
33 Years
experience
Employee Benefit Plan Audit Services
For over three decades, we have specialized exclusively in employee benefit plan audits, delivering precision and compliance expertise to businesses nationwide. Our firm was founded in 1993 with a singular mission: to provide high-quality, specialized audit services for ERISA-regulated plans. Through continuous professional development and a collaborative audit approach, we maintain deep regulatory knowledge while achieving consistent recognition from the PCAOB and Department of Labor. Our 100% US-based team audits over 1,200 plans annually, leveraging a refined process that minimizes client disruption while maximizing accuracy.We uphold strict ethical standards through regular peer reviews that consistently result in no comments and complimentary exit conferences. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through our proprietary Atlas platform, which streamlines audit management while maintaining the highest data security standards. This focused expertise enables us to deliver audit results our clients can trust, on time and without surprises.
Services
Defined Contribution Plan Audits
Defined Benefit Plan Audits
Non-Retirement Benefit Plan Audits
ESOP Audits
ERISA Compliance Audits
401(k) Plan Audits
403(b) Plan Audits
Cash Balance Pension Audits
Funded Welfare Benefit Audits
SEC Form 11-K Audits
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have 32 years of specialized experience in employee benefit plan audits
- Our team audits over 1,200 plans annually with consistent clean reviews
- 100% dedicated focus on ERISA audit compliance and regulatory requirements
- We utilize a proprietary collaborative platform for streamlined audit management
- Our 100% US-based team maintains the highest ethical and professional standards
Services
Defined Contribution Plan Audits
We audit 401(k), 403(b), and 401(a) plans to ensure IRS, DOL, and ERISA compliance. Our specialists verify contribution accuracy, participant eligibility, and proper plan administration. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of SEC Form 11-K requirements and our ability to minimize operational disruptions during the audit process.
Defined Benefit Plan Audits
Our team handles complex defined benefit and cash balance pension plan audits. We verify actuarial calculations, funding requirements, and regulatory compliance. Clients receive thorough testing of benefit calculations and investment valuations while leveraging our specialists' decades of experience with pension plan regulations and reporting requirements.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan Audits
We specialize in ESOP audits requiring valuation report analysis, notes payable verification, and allocation testing. Our team understands the unique complexities of leveraged ESOPs and provides specialized expertise that reduces audit risks. Clients benefit from our ability to identify common compliance issues related to contribution calculations and plan document adherence.
Non-Retirement Benefit Plan Audits
We audit funded welfare benefit plans with the same rigorous approach as retirement plans. Our specialists verify proper accounting for medical, dental, and other welfare benefits while ensuring ERISA compliance. Clients receive comprehensive testing of plan assets and benefit payments through our established audit methodologies developed over three decades.
ERISA Compliance Audits
Our ERISA compliance audits cover all aspects of employee benefit plan regulations. We identify common issues like contribution errors, delinquencies, and plan document violations. Clients benefit from our specialized knowledge of DOL requirements and our ability to provide actionable recommendations that improve future compliance and reduce regulatory exposure.
Questions
What types of employee benefit plans do you audit?
We audit all major plan types including defined contribution plans (401(k), 403(b)), defined benefit pension plans, cash balance plans, ESOPs, and funded welfare benefit plans.
How do you ensure audit quality and compliance?
Through specialized expertise, ongoing professional training, and regular peer reviews that consistently result in no comments from PCAOB and Department of Labor examiners.
What makes your audit process different?
Our proprietary Atlas platform centralizes communications and document sharing while our dedicated ERISA specialists minimize client disruption through direct service provider collaboration.
How are audit fees determined?
Fees are based on plan complexity, participant count, and specific regulatory requirements. We provide customized proposals after understanding your plan's unique characteristics.
Can you help with audit preparation?
Yes, we offer planning calls to review your plan details and provide guidance on documentation requirements before audit commencement.
What happens after the audit is complete?
We deliver an audit report, governance letter detailing findings, and assist with financial statement preparation upon request during formal presentation meetings.
