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FINANCIAL PLANNERS

Trust Account Audits for Financial Planners

Professional trust account audits for financial planners ensuring regulatory compliance and AFSL requirements. Our comprehensive audit services also cover accountants and solicitors. Ensure regulatory compliance with prompt replies and 5-10 day completion. Fixed pricing from $549 + GST. Learn more about our audit process.

AFSL Compliant

All reports meet regulatory requirements and AFSL compliance standards

Fast Delivery

Prompt replies with audit completion typically within 5-10 business days

Fixed Pricing

Transparent pricing from $549 + GST with no hidden costs

Expert Auditors

Qualified auditors specializing in financial planning compliance

Why Financial Planners Need Trust Account Audits

Financial planners holding client funds or receiving fees must maintain trust accounts and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and AFSL requirements.

Regulatory Compliance

Meet regulatory requirements for financial planners holding client funds.

Client Protection

Protect client funds and demonstrate proper stewardship during financial planning processes.

AFSL Requirements

Comply with Australian Financial Services License obligations.

Professional Standards

Maintain professional standards and industry best practices for trust account management.

Risk Management

Identify and mitigate risks associated with trust account operations.

Client Confidence

Build confidence with clients and regulatory bodies through independent audits.

Regulatory and AFSL Trust Account Requirements

Financial planners must comply with regulatory requirements and AFSL requirements when handling client funds, receiving fees, or managing trust accounts. Our comprehensive audit services ensure compliance across all professional sectors, including accountants,solicitors,mortgage brokers,conveyancers, andSMSF trustees.

Australian Financial Services License compliance
Trust account for client funds and fees
Client money handling obligations
Regular audit and compliance reviews
Client fund protection measures
Proper authorization for fund movements
Record keeping and reporting requirements

Key Audit Areas for Financial Planners

  • Trust account reconciliation
  • Client money handling and segregation
  • Fee collection and distribution
  • Regulatory compliance verification
  • AFSL obligation assessment
  • Record keeping compliance
  • Fund movement tracking
  • Interest calculation and distribution
  • Client agreement compliance

AFSL License Types and Trust Account Requirements

Different AFSL license types have varying trust account requirements. Our audits ensure compliance with your specific license obligations.

Full AFSL

Financial Services License

  • Trust account for client money
  • Annual compliance audit
  • Client money handling obligations
  • Professional indemnity insurance
  • Adequate compensation arrangements

Authorised Representative

AR of AFSL Holder

  • Compliance with licensee requirements
  • Trust account if handling client money
  • Adherence to FSG obligations
  • Record keeping requirements
  • Training and competency standards

Limited AFSL

Restricted License

  • Trust account for specific services
  • Limited service compliance
  • Compliance monitoring systems
  • Training and support programs
  • Regular audit requirements

Our Financial Planner Audit Process

Comprehensive audit process designed to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and AFSL requirements for financial planners.

1

License Assessment

Review AFSL type, conditions, and trust account obligations

2

Trust Account Review

Examine trust account records, client money handling, and fee management

3

Compliance Testing

Test compliance with regulatory requirements and AFSL requirements

4

Report & Recommendations

Provide comprehensive audit report with compliance recommendations

Transparent Financial Planner Audit Pricing

Fixed pricing with no hidden costs. Professional trust account audits designed specifically for financial planners and financial advisors.

Trust Account Audit

$549 + GST
  • Comprehensive trust account audit
  • Regulatory compliance verification
  • AFSL requirement assessment
  • Prompt replies on enquiries
  • 5-10 day completion
  • Expert financial planning auditors
  • Detailed compliance report
  • Recommendations for improvement
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Get Your Financial Planner Audit Today

Ready to ensure your regulatory compliance and trust account obligations? Contact our expert auditors for a professional audit tailored to your financial planning practice.

Prompt replies on enquiries
Reports aligned with requirements
Expert financial planning auditors
Fixed pricing from $549 + GST

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Professional Trust Account Audit Services

We provide specialized trust account audits for various professionals across Australia. Explore our comprehensive audit services for different industries.

Mortgage Brokers

Trust account compliance audits for mortgage brokers under NCCP and aggregator requirements

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Real Estate Agents

PEXA compliant trust account audits for real estate professionals under state regulations

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Accountants

APES 310 compliant audits for accounting practices under CPA, CA ANZ, and IPA requirements

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Solicitors

Legal Practice Act compliant trust account audits for law firms and legal practitioners

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Conveyancers

Audits aligned with Corporations Act requirements for conveyancing practices

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SMSF Trustees

Self-managed superannuation fund compliance audits under SIS Act and SMSF regulations

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Business Brokers

Trust account audits for business brokers handling client deposits and transaction funds

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