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Clear audit opinions. Fixed fees agreed upfront. A named partner on every engagement.
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Jack Ross Chartered Accountants · Est. 1948
What We Do
Audit services built around your needs
From statutory compliance to specialist sector audits, we deliver clear opinions backed by real expertise.
Audit Services
Statutory audits for businesses exceeding the Companies Act threshold. Clear opinions, delivered on time.
Learn moreCharity Audits
Charity Commission compliant audits. We understand SORP reporting and trustee obligations.
Learn moreSolicitor SRA Audits
SRA-compliant audits for law firms. Specialist knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules.
Learn moreGrant Audits
Independent verification of grant expenditure. Meeting funder requirements with clear, detailed reports.
Learn moreLocal Government Audits
Audits for local authorities and public sector bodies. Meeting the Accounts and Audit Regulations.
Learn moreVoluntary Audits
Choosing to be audited when you don't have to. Builds stakeholder confidence and strengthens governance.
Learn moreForeign Subsidiary Audits
Audits for UK subsidiaries of overseas parent companies. Meeting group reporting deadlines.
Learn moreAccounting Services
Year-end accounts, management accounts and bookkeeping support. Practical help when you need it.
Learn moreAdvisory Services
Strategic advice on risk, governance, internal controls and business improvement.
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How It Works
Three steps to a clear audit opinion
1
Plan
We learn your business, assess risks and agree the audit scope. No surprises, no wasted time.
2
Audit
Our team works on-site or remotely, testing controls and verifying figures. We keep disruption to a minimum.
3
Report
You get a clear audit opinion, a management letter with practical recommendations, and a direct line to your audit partner.
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Years of experience
500+
Clients served
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Audit specialists
98%
Client retention rate
★★★★★
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What our clients say
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Umar at Jack Ross quickly responded to all our questions. I found him professional, knowledgeable and he explained complex tax matters in understandable terms. I would highly recommend him.
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Umar at Jack Ross gave us a friendly yet highly professional service, answering our questions in a clear and helpful manner and offering us sound advice.
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Caring, attentive and patient to solving various problems
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Sectors
Industries we specialise in
Deep sector expertise means faster audits, better insights and fewer unnecessary queries.
Charities
Charity audit and independent examination under the Charities Act
Solicitors
SRA audit and accountant reports for law firms
Pension Schemes
Defined benefit and defined contribution scheme audits
Academies
Academy trust audit to the ESFA Accounts Direction
Housing
Housing association and registered provider audits
Financial Services
FCA-regulated firm audits, CASS and capital markets
Technology & Software
R&D tax credit claims and SaaS revenue recognition audits
Construction
CIS compliance, contract accounting and project-level audits
Import/Export
Multi-currency audits, customs duty and transfer pricing reviews
Distribution
Stock valuation, warehouse controls and logistics cost audits
Motor Dealerships
FCA-regulated dealership audits and manufacturer franchise compliance
Transport & Logistics
Fleet asset audits, fuel duty claims and operator licence compliance
E-Commerce
Marketplace revenue audits, VAT MOSS and digital sales tax
Manufacturing
WIP valuation, capital allowances and group consolidation audits
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Our Approach
What makes us different
Every audit is led by an experienced partner who stays involved from planning through to sign-off. You won't be handed off to a junior team after the pitch.
We quote a fixed fee before work starts. No hourly rate surprises, no scope creep invoices. If the work takes longer than expected, that's on us.
Our management letters include specific, actionable suggestions for your business. We highlight the issues that actually matter and skip the generic filler.
Charities, solicitors, pension schemes, academies - we've audited hundreds of organisations in regulated sectors. That experience means fewer questions, faster completion, and better insights.
Got a question about a new accounting standard? Unsure about a disclosure? Call your audit partner directly. We're here all year, not just for six weeks in March.
FAQ
Common questions about audit
A company must have a statutory audit if it meets two of three thresholds: turnover above 10.2m, balance sheet total above 5.1m, or more than 50 employees. Charities with income above 1m (or 250k with assets above 3.26m) also require an audit. Some regulators like the SRA and FCA have their own audit requirements regardless of size.
We quote fixed fees based on the size and complexity of your organisation. A straightforward company audit might start from 5,000 plus VAT. Charity and pension scheme audits vary depending on income, number of funds and reporting requirements. We always agree the fee before starting work.
Most audits take between 2 and 6 weeks from fieldwork to signed report, depending on size and complexity. We agree a timetable at the planning stage and stick to it. Prompt provision of information from your team is the biggest factor in keeping things on track.
Yes. We audit charities across the North West and beyond, including CIOs, charitable companies and unincorporated charities. Our team understands the Charities SORP, Charity Commission requirements and the specific reporting standards that apply to the sector.
An audit provides a higher level of assurance. Auditors test transactions, verify balances and issue a formal opinion on whether accounts give a "true and fair view". An independent examination is a lighter-touch review - the examiner checks whether anything looks materially misstated but doesn't perform the same depth of testing.
We focus on audit and assurance. For tax, accounting, payroll and advisory services, our parent company Jack Ross Chartered Accountants can help. Having audit and advisory under one group means a joined-up approach while maintaining the independence your audit requires.