Who are the people in
your audit?

Your finance team & the signing director

Your finance team will work closely with the audit team to supply the audit information. There will be 3 stages in the audit process where information will be requested. The pre audit stage where the initial audit information is provided, post evaluation stage where further information maybe required to verify initial information provided and pre final stage where further information is required to sign the financial statements by the director and the auditor.

Audit Team

The audit team is responsible for conducting a detailed review of your financial records to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. They carry out substantive testing, assess risks, and evaluate internal controls to identify any areas of concern. Each team member has a specific role, contributing to the planning, execution, and review stages of the audit. Together, they work to deliver a thorough and professional audit process.

KWSR Team

You can expect the following individuals to work on your audit

Susan Rahman
Chartered Accountant &RI

Susan Rahman is the Responsible Individual (RI) overseeing our audit, ensuring it complies with all professional and regulatory standards. She is accountable for the quality of the audit, including reviewing key judgments and signing off on the audit report. Susan is your main contact and communicates findings clearly and addresses significant matters with professionalism.

Nitika Kaur
Audit Senior

Nitika Kaur, the Audit Manager, oversees the day-to-day execution of our audit, ensuring the team works efficiently and delivers quality work. She reviews key deliverables, ensures compliance with auditing standards, and keeps the process on track. Nitika also communicates regularly with Susan Rahman, the Responsible Individual, to provide updates and address significant matters.

Samta Khanna
Audit Manager

Samta Khanna, the Audit Senior, plays a key role in conducting detailed audit work and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. She performs substantive testing, evaluates internal controls, and identifies areas of risk or concern. Samta collaborates closely with the audit team, providing guidance and support to junior members. She also communicates findings to Nitika Kaur, the Audit Manager, ensuring any issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.

Your key person in the audit process

The main person within your business in the audit is usually the Finance Director (FD) or Chief Financial Officer (CFO), who oversees financial reporting and ensures the auditors have the required information. The KWSR Audit Team communicate primarily with your FD/CFO for high-level discussions and key decisions. For detailed queries and documents, they work closely with your finance or accounting team. Effective communication between these individuals ensures the audit process is efficient and thorough.

The Signing Director’s role

Your director signing off on the audit plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial statements. They are responsible for reviewing and approving the final accounts, confirming compliance with legal and regulatory standards. The signing director must also ensure that all necessary information has been provided to the auditors. By signing off, they take ultimate responsibility for the financial reporting of the company.

Susan Rahman, Responsible Individual (RI)

Susan Rahman is authorised and registered with the ICAEW. She is responsible for signing the audit report, ensuring compliance with ISA (UK), financial reporting standards, and the Companies Act 2011.

Her Key Responsibilities are to: Oversee the audit process to ensure it adheres to professional and ethical standards; Exercise professional skepticism in assessing financial statements and addressing risks of material misstatements, including fraud risks; Review and validate the evidence supporting the audit opinion. The Significance of the RI's SignatureRepresents the firm’s assurance of the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the audit. Demonstrates accountability for the audit opinion and compliance with applicable standards. Provides assurance to stakeholders about the reliability of the company’s financial reporting.

The Role of The KWSR Audit Team

The audit team is responsible for independently evaluating the company's financial statements to ensure they are accurate, comply with relevant laws and standards, and present a true and fair view. Key activities include planning the audit, assessing risks, gathering evidence, evaluating internal controls, and applying professional skepticism to detect fraud or errors.

The Role of your accounts team

The company accounts team prepares accurate financial statements, maintains detailed financial records, ensures compliance with accounting standards, manages internal controls, and handles regulatory reporting. They support the audit team by providing documentation, explaining transactions, and fostering cooperation to facilitate the audit process.

  • "I have been a client of Susan's since 2007. She and her team manage the accounts in my medico-legal business. I was introduced to them through word of mouth. I have always found the staff very responsive and helpful. When I had a dispute the with VAT office several years ago, they were very supportive and Susan herself attended the tribunal and was able to successfully represent my case. My accounts are always ready well in advance so financial planning starts early. I can’t recommend them enough."

    Dr Soran Saeed, happy client for over 25 years

  • “For me, they have a breadth of knowledge applicable across all three of my very different businesses and were supportive when I needed them to guide me through the tax process and refinement of my business model…They were able to plan ahead with me for the future of the property business and how to ensure its success”

    Zuberul Huda, Restaurateur & Property Investor, happy client for over 40 years

  • "I was recommended through a friend and was keen to work with another female led business. They do all my corporation and self-assessment accounts and have worked with me to solve many HMRC issues. I receive prompt responses and clear explanations about their actions and mine. Everything is done in plenty of time to meet the tax deadlines so I know where I stand and can plan ahead. My business is a small ltd company and they've helped me to run it in a simple way without unnecessary complications...They are always open to conversation."

    Julie, Integrity Coaching and Training Ltd

  • "They set up all the techy bits for me, which was a huge relief. Having the figures at my fingertips has been valuable, but what is more valuable is the time that Susan takes helping her clients understand the figures. She does this in everyday language that anyone can understand. That, for me, is what sets them apart...I thoroughly recommend Susan Rahman and her team for their human approach to accounting."

    Alison Purvis, Founder, Unwrap Your Potential