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At DK Partners, we offer comprehensive audit and attest services designed to meet the unique needs of business owners, management teams, investors, creditors, and other key stakeholders. Whether you’re seeking a compilation, review, examination, agreed-upon procedures, or internal audit, our experienced professionals are ready to assist.

We go beyond the numbers, offering valuable insights and tailored solutions to improve your operations, compliance, and financial reporting. 

Why Businesses Need Audit & Attestation Services

Audit and attestation services are more than just regulatory requirements—they’re opportunities to improve the financial strength and operational effectiveness of your business. At DK Partners, we work with clients to turn compliance into value. We don’t just deliver a report; we deliver insights you can act on.

We help with:

  • Meeting lender or investor requirements
  • Preparing for mergers, acquisitions, or succession planning
  • Evaluating internal controls and risk management
  • Ensuring financial transparency for boards or stakeholders

Our CPAs provide clarity—not complexity—helping you use financial information as a decision-making tool.

For additional resources regarding Audits and Attestation, visit the American Institute of CPAs.

Our Audit & Attestation Process

Our audit and attestation process is designed to minimize disruption while delivering maximum value. We tailor each engagement based on your business’s unique risks, industry, and goals. You’ll always know what to expect, who you’re working with, and what we’re looking for.

  1. Initial Consultation & Scoping
    We begin by understanding your business, objectives, and financial reporting needs to define the right level of service.
  2. Risk Assessment & Planning
    Our team evaluates potential risk areas and tailors the audit procedures to ensure meaningful insights and compliance.
  3. Fieldwork & Data Review
    We conduct thorough testing, data review, and process walkthroughs—while staying aligned with your team’s schedule.
  4. Reporting & Recommendations
    We deliver a clear, comprehensive report, including practical findings and areas for improvement.
  5. Post-Engagement Support
    We remain available to discuss the results with your management or board, support audit-related questions, and assist with follow-up planning.

Industries We Serve

DK Partners brings decades of experience across a variety of industries that operate in highly regulated and fast-evolving environments. We understand the pressures you face and how to tailor our services to deliver compliance, insight, and efficiency—whether you’re in growth mode or preparing for a major transition.

Industries we frequently serve include:

  • Professional Services
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Healthcare Providers
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Agriculture & Farm Credit
  • Technology & Startups
  • Retail & Franchise Operators

Our industry-specific knowledge allows us to address common pitfalls, identify emerging risks, and deliver audit solutions that align with best practices.

Common Scenarios We Help With

Whether you’re navigating a strategic transition or simply trying to maintain operational integrity, our audit and attestation services give you the clarity and assurance you need. We work closely with business owners, CFOs, and boards to support both compliance and decision-making.

Common use cases include:

  • Businesses applying for or renewing lines of credit
  • Companies preparing for outside investment or private equity
  • Internal audit assessments for fraud prevention and control improvements
  • Compliance with government, grant, or farm credit reporting requirements
  • Boards of directors seeking independent financial assurance

Our role is not only to report on your financial health, but to help you improve it.

Audit & Attestation Services

Not every business needs a full audit. At DK Partners, we help you identify the appropriate level of assurance for your situation, ensuring you meet your obligations without overcommitting resources. Each engagement is customized to your goals, stakeholders, and reporting deadlines.

We offer:

  • Audit – Highest level of assurance, including in-depth testing and confirmation procedures.
  • Compilation – Assembling financial statements without assurance.
  • Review – Limited assurance through analytical procedures and inquiries.
  • Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUPs) – Custom procedures for specific financial areas or internal controls.
  • Internal Audit Support – Identify weaknesses in processes, policies, and internal control structures.

To learn more about the difference between compilations vs reviews vs audits, visit the American Institute of CPAs.

Our team will walk you through the pros and cons of each option, helping you choose what’s right for your business today—and scalable for tomorrow.

Compilations & Reviews

Enhance the credibility of your financial statements with our Compilation and Review services, each accompanied by an Accountant’s Report. Our Compilation service organizes your financial data into clear, professionally presented statements. It is ideal for businesses that need formal financial statements without requiring in-depth analysis or assurance. For a higher level of credibility, our Review service provides limited assurance by performing analytical procedures and inquiries to identify any material modifications needed for your financial statements to conform with accounting standards.

Learn about Compilations & Reviews.

Agreed Upon Procedures & Examinations

Provide credibility of your business’s specific subject matter with our tailored Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) and Examination services. These AUP services are designed to provide a detailed and independent evaluation of specific areas, whether it’s financial reporting, operational processes, or regulatory compliance. 

Examinations, on the other hand, offer a more comprehensive assessment, providing assurance on whether your subject matter complies with applicable criteria or standards. Both services come with an Accountant’s Report that outlines our findings.

Read about Agreed Upon Procedures and Examinations.

Internal Audit

Internal audits provide an additional layer of monitoring and strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of your processes and controls over matters of operations, compliance and reporting.

Learn more about Internal Audits.

Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR)

Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) refers to the processes, procedures, and policies that a company puts in place to ensure the accuracy and reliability of its financial statements. Our ICFR services help to mitigate risks, identify errors or fraud, and improve the transparency of your financial statements. 

Read about Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).

FAQ - Austin Audit & Attestation

What are audit and attestation services?

Audit and attestation services provide an independent review of financial statements, or other subject matter, to ensure accuracy, transparency and/or compliance with the relevant criteria. These services help businesses build trust with stakeholders, investors, and regulatory agencies.

We offer a range of services, including:

  • Reviews and compilations
  • Examinations
  • Agreed-upon procedures (AUP) engagements
  • Internal audits and performance audits
  • Internal control assessments
  • Risk assessment and fraud prevention

Review. Provides limited assurance that financial statements are presented in accordance with a framework of accounting and consists of inquiry and analytical procedures.

Compilation. A presentation of financial statements in accordance with a framework of accounting without assurance or verification.

You may need a compilation or review if required by lenders, investors, regulatory agencies, or internal governance policies. Compilations and reviews are common for small companies, nonprofits, and businesses seeking financial transparency. Internal audits and performance audits can help management, audit committees or others charged with governance fulfill their monitoring responsibilities.

AUPs offer a targeted approach to evaluate subject matter, as requested by a client, and can focus on financial or operational data. AUPs provide factual findings without offering an overall opinion. These are often useful for assessing compliance or providing due diligence prior to business mergers or acquisitions.

Internal control assessments evaluate your processes and controls to identify weaknesses, reduce fraud risks, and improve operational efficiency. Strong internal controls safeguard your assets, reduce risk, and help ensure regulatory compliance.

Yes! We provide pre-audit assessments, documentation reviews, and financial cleanups to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.

The timeline depends on the complexity of your financials or other subject matter, the type of engagement, and your company’s readiness. We work efficiently to minimize disruptions and complete attest services as quickly as possible.

Yes! We work with businesses across various industries, including healthcare, real estate, manufacturing, and professional services. Our approach is tailored to industry regulations and best practices.

We are located at:

6504 Bridge Point Parkway, Suite 250
Austin, Texas 78730

Simply contact us for a consultation.  We’ll assess your needs and develop a customized audit or attestation plan to ensure compliance and financial accuracy.