Business Details
33 Years
experience
Employee Benefit Plan Audit Services
For over three decades, we have specialized in delivering precise and compliant employee benefit plan audits tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our firm was founded in 1993 with a singular focus on ERISA-related services, allowing us to develop unparalleled expertise in navigating the complexities of retirement and non-retirement benefit plans. With a 100% US-based workforce, we combine decades of experience with continuous professional development to stay ahead of evolving regulatory landscapes. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our consistent clean peer reviews from the PCAOB and Department of Labor, as well as our streamlined audit process that minimizes disruption to client operations.We serve organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 1000 companies, handling over 1,200 plans annually while maintaining a 100% dedication to employee benefit plan audits. Our proprietary collaborative application centralizes audit communications and documentation, ensuring transparency and efficiency throughout the engagement. Backed by trusted industry associations, we prioritize client satisfaction through clear communication, technical excellence, and a proven methodology refined over thousands of audits.
Services
Defined Contribution Plan Audits
Defined Benefit Plan Audits
Non-Retirement Benefit Plan Audits
ESOP Audits
401(k) Plan Audits
403(b) Plan Audits
Cash Balance Pension Audits
Funded Welfare Benefit Audits
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 32 years of exclusive focus on employee benefit plan audits
- Over 1,200 plans audited annually by dedicated ERISA specialists
- 100% US-based workforce with deep regulatory expertise
- Streamlined audit process using proprietary collaborative practice management application
- Consistently receives clean peer reviews from PCAOB and Department of Labor
Services
Defined Contribution Plan Audits
We conduct comprehensive audits of 401(k), 403(b), and 401(a) plans to ensure compliance with IRS, DOL, and ERISA regulations. Our specialists verify contribution accuracy, participant data, and plan document adherence while identifying potential compliance issues. With experience handling over 1,200 plans annually, we deliver efficient audits that minimize client disruption through direct coordination with service providers.
Defined Benefit Plan Audits
Our team performs detailed audits of defined benefit and cash balance pension plans, focusing on complex calculations and regulatory requirements. We verify funding obligations, benefit accruals, and actuarial assumptions while maintaining strict compliance with accounting standards. Our specialists bring decades of experience to ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance for these technically demanding engagements.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan Audits
We specialize in ESOP audits requiring expertise in valuation reports, notes payable for leveraged plans, and allocation calculations. Our auditors understand the unique complexities of these plans and maintain rigorous standards for verifying transaction accuracy and regulatory compliance. Our dedicated specialists ensure thorough examination of all ESOP components while providing clear communication throughout the audit process.
Non-Retirement Benefit Plan Audits
Our firm audits funded welfare benefit plans with the same precision applied to retirement plans, ensuring compliance with ERISA requirements. We examine plan documentation, funding mechanisms, and benefit payments while identifying potential compliance risks. Our specialists apply consistent audit methodologies to these often-overlooked plans, providing comprehensive assurance services for health, disability, and other non-retirement benefit arrangements.
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, ESOPs, and non-retirement welfare benefit plans.
How many employee benefit plans do you audit annually?
Our firm conducts over 1,200 employee benefit plan audits annually, making us one of the largest specialized practices in the country.
What makes your audit process different?
Our exclusive focus on ERISA audits, proprietary collaborative application, and 100% US-based team of specialists create a streamlined process that minimizes client disruption while ensuring regulatory compliance.
How do you handle audit transitions from other firms?
We facilitate smooth transitions by obtaining records directly from plan recordkeepers and payroll providers, leveraging our experience with various vendor systems to streamline the first-year audit process.
What is your experience with complex ESOP audits?
Our team has extensive experience with ESOP complexities including valuation reports, leveraged plan financing, and allocation calculations, providing specialized expertise that general audit firms often lack.
