External Audit Services in Dubai, UAE
Gain greater confidence in your financial reporting with professional external audit services in Dubai. ABT provides an independent review of your financial statements and records to support compliance, accuracy, and informed business decisions.
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External Audit Services for UAE Businesses
Clear, reliable financial reporting is more than just numbers; it’s strengthened by evidence, professional judgment, and independent assessment.
ABT’s external audit services in Dubai, UAE, help you obtain an independent assessment of your financial statements and the evidence supporting them, providing an objective auditor’s opinion in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework.
Our integrated approach provides you with audit, accounting, and tax expertise all under one roof to help your business reach financial transparency, meet stakeholders’ expectations, and gain confidence in the financial information it reports and relies on
Why Does External Audit Matter?
External audit matters, as it goes beyond the numbers presented in your financial statements. External auditors for businesses in the UAE obtain and evaluate evidence, assess relevant risks and controls, and evaluate whether the financial statements are prepared in accordance with the applicable reporting framework.
Risk Identification
An external audit can bring material misstatements, inconsistencies, and weaknesses in financial reporting or relevant controls to light, giving your business an opportunity to address them.
Regulatory Compliance
For UAE businesses, an external audit can help support compliance with applicable financial reporting requirements, depending on the company’s jurisdiction and circumstances.
Stakeholder Confidence
Audited financial statements can give shareholders, investors, lenders, regulators, and other stakeholders greater confidence in the financial information they rely on.
Trust in Financial Reporting
Independent examination provides greater confidence that the financial information presented in your statements is supported by appropriate evidence and fairly presented under the applicable framework.
Better-informed decisions
When decision-makers have reliable financial information and greater visibility into the company’s financial position, they are better equipped to make informed financial and strategic decisions.
Let Your Numbers Speak with Confidence!
Every business in Dubai, UAE, has different requirements depending on its structure, jurisdiction, and circumstances. Whether your business operates on the mainland or from a free zone, our team will help you with your external audit requirements.
ABT Financial Audit Services Can Help You With
Financial Statements
ABT examines your company’s financial statements as part of the external audit, assessing whether the financial information is prepared in accordance with the applicable reporting requirements.
Audit Reporting
Following the audit evaluation, ABT prepares and issues an audit report outlining the results of the engagement.
IFRS and UAE Standards
ABT conducts external audits in accordance with IFRS and considers applicable UAE standards when evaluating the company’s financial information.
Books, Ledgers, and Transactions
The audit process also examines underlying financial records, including books, ledgers, and daily transactions, to evaluate the information supporting the financial statements.
Regulatory Submission Support
ABT can also support businesses with submitting audit reports to the relevant authorities when required for applicable tax or regulatory purposes.
ABT External Audit Team
ABT’s team is strongly committed to providing clear and reliable financial reports through our integrated approach working on audit, accounting, and tax all under one roof.
ABT External Audit Services
Your business’s financial numbers don’t operate in isolation. The accounting records, the controls, and the tax considerations all contribute to the financial picture the business presents. ABT brings you audit, accounting, and tax all under one roof, giving any business operating in the UAE an interconnected approach to financial oversight and reporting. Whether your business needs external or internal audit support, audit services in UAE, accounting services, or tax consultations, our team can support your business with strong internal financial oversight.
Who Needs External Audit Services in Dubai?
Examine your financial statements, gain independent assurance, and report with confidence!
Audit Reporting
Following the audit evaluation, ABT prepares and issues an audit report outlining the results of the engagement.
IFRS and UAE Standards
ABT conducts external audits in accordance with IFRS and considers applicable UAE standards when evaluating the company’s financial information.
Financial Statements
ABT examines your company’s financial statements as part of the external audit, assessing whether the financial information is prepared in accordance with the applicable reporting requirements.
Books, Ledgers, and Transactions
The audit process also examines underlying financial records, including books, ledgers, and daily transactions, to evaluate the information supporting the financial statements.
Regulatory Submission Support
ABT can also support businesses with submitting audit reports to the relevant authorities when required for applicable tax or regulatory purposes.
External Audit for Mainland & Free Zone Companies
Whether your business operates on the UAE mainland or from a free zone, the requirements for external auditing can vary depending on its legal structure, jurisdiction, licensing authority, and specific circumstances.
ABT’s external audit team helps businesses meet the applicable audit and financial reporting requirements for their respective jurisdiction.
Need more than an audit?
ABT also brings accounting, bookkeeping, VAT, and Corporate Tax expertise under one roof, giving UAE businesses access to connected financial support.
Why Choose ABT for Your Audit
All Under one Roof
ABT brings audit, accounting, and tax expertise together, giving businesses access to connected financial support rather than treating each requirement in isolation
UAE Market Experience
With 9+ years in the UAE market, ABT brings local market experience to businesses seeking external audits and related financial services.
Structured Audit Process
From the initial consultation and financial evaluation through report preparation and applicable
Mainland and Free Zone Expertise
ABT supports businesses operating across different UAE jurisdictions, with experience addressing the requirements relevant to mainland and free-zone companies.
IFRS-Focused Reporting
ABT’s external audit services follow IFRS, helping businesses assess their financial statements against the applicable financial reporting requirements.
Integrated Financial Support
An external audit does not exist in isolation from a company’s accounting and tax position. With accounting and tax expertise available under the same roof, ABT can support businesses with related financial requirements alongside their audit needs.
What Documents Are Required for an External Audit?
Preparing the relevant documents can help your external audit engagement move more efficiently. The exact information required will depend on your business, financial statements, accounting records, and the scope of the engagement.
Common documents and records may include:
The audit team may request additional supporting evidence during the engagement depending on the financial statements, transactions, risks, and information being examined.
Not sure which documents your business needs to prepare?
ABT can help you understand the information required for your external audit during the initial consultation.
Let Your Numbers Speak With Confidence
Your financial statements are more than figures on a page. They provide information that your business, stakeholders, lenders, investors, and other decision-makers may rely on. With independent external audit support and integrated accounting and tax expertise, ABT helps UAE businesses approach their financial reporting with greater clarity and confidence.
What Happens Next?
- Contact us via email or WhatsApp
- Get expert session and detailed analysis
- Ensure full FTA compliance
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my company needs an external audit?
It depends on your business structure, jurisdiction, applicable regulations, and specific circumstances. ABT can help you determine the requirements applicable to your business.
How long does an external audit take in Dubai?
The timeframe varies depending on your company’s size, complexity, financial records, and audit scope.
What will I receive after the external audit?
You will receive an external audit report containing the auditor’s opinion based on the results of the engagement.
Can you audit my company if my bookkeeping is handled by another accountant?
Yes. ABT can conduct an external audit even when your bookkeeping and accounting are handled by another provider, subject to the applicable audit requirements.
Do you provide external audits for Dubai free zone companies?
Yes. ABT provides external audit services for businesses operating across UAE free zones, subject to the requirements of the relevant jurisdictions.
Can you prepare my financial statements before the audit?
ABT provides accounting services and can support businesses with financial reporting. The audit itself must remain appropriately independent from the preparation of the financial statements.
How much does an external audit cost in Dubai?
Audit fees vary based on factors such as the company’s size, complexity, records, and scope of work. Contact ABT for a quote based on your requirements.
Ready to Get Your External Audit Started?
Whether you operate as a mainland company, a free-zone business, an SME, or an established UAE business, ABT can help you understand the external audit requirements applicable to your circumstances. With audit, accounting, and tax expertise under one roof, our team can support you from the initial consultation through financial evaluation, audit reporting, and applicable submission support.