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Accounting, Compliance & Financial Reporting

Comprehensive financial management, compliance, and reporting services that provide accurate, timely, and actionable insights to meet statutory, investor, and operational requirements.

HIGHLIGHTS

Accounting, Compliance & Financial Reporting

Comprehensive financial management, compliance, and reporting services that provide accurate, timely, and actionable insights to meet statutory, investor, and operational requirements.

  • Bookkeeping & Ledger Management – Maintain accurate, real-time books that eliminate errors and provide an auditable trail for every transaction. Outcome: Instant financial clarity for decision-makers and improved credibility with stakeholders.
  • Regulatory & Statutory Compliance – Manage GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF/ESI, and other statutory filings without lapses.
    Outcome: Zero penalties, full regulatory adherence, and enhanced trust with regulators and partners.
  • Financial Statement Preparation – Deliver GAAP/IFRS-compliant Balance Sheets, P&L, and Cash Flow statements.
    Outcome: Audit-ready financials that instill investor confidence and ease funding processes.
  • Management Information & Performance Reporting – MIS dashboards and KPIs tailored to business priorities.
    Outcome: Faster, data-driven decisions and tighter operational control.
  • Audit Preparedness & Support – End-to-end support for statutory and internal audits, including reconciliations and documentation.
    Outcome: Shorter audit cycles, fewer audit queries, and improved audit outcomes.
  • Specialised Reporting Solutions – Custom reports for banks, tenders, grants, and investor updates.
    Outcome: Stronger funding proposals, improved financing terms, and higher win rates in bids.
  • Fund Accounting & Investment Performance Analysis – Comprehensive accounting, performance tracking, and financial reporting for venture capital, private equity, and investment funds, including benchmarking investee performance against industry standards.
    Outcome: Clear visibility into portfolio company performance, data-backed decisions for follow-on investments or exits, and stronger LP reporting compliance.

Strategic Finance, Capital & Risk Advisory

Enabling businesses to optimise capital structures, manage risks, and unlock strategic growth opportunities.

  • Capital Structuring & Fundraising Strategy – Design and implement equity, debt, and hybrid funding strategies.
    Outcome: Lower cost of capital, optimised leverage, and scalable funding pathways.
  • Working Capital Optimisation – Improve liquidity through receivable acceleration and payables management.
    Outcome: Reduced cash lock-up and increased operational flexibility.
  • Valuation Advisory – Robust, defensible valuations for M&A, fundraising, and regulatory purposes.
    Outcome: Stronger negotiation leverage and fair deal execution.
  • Enterprise Risk Management – Frameworks to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise-wide risks.
    Outcome: Improved resilience and continuity in volatile markets.
  • Treasury & Investment Advisory – Strategic management of cash flows, investments, and hedging activities.
    Outcome: Higher returns on surplus funds and reduced currency/market risks.
  • Scenario Modelling & Sensitivity Analysis – Predictive models for multiple market and operational scenarios.
    Outcome: Enhanced readiness for uncertainty and faster pivot capabilities.

Audit, Controls & Governance Advisory

Strengthening internal systems, controls, and governance for transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance.

  • Internal Audits & Process Reviews – Deep-dive assessments to identify inefficiencies and control weaknesses.
    Outcome: Reduced process bottlenecks and increased profitability.
  • Internal Financial Controls (IFC) Design & Testing - Implement and test robust control frameworks.
    Outcome: Lower fraud risk and improved statutory compliance ratings.
  • Corporate Governance Frameworks - Build governance structures aligned with global best practices.
    Outcome: Improved investor confidence and ethical decision-making.
  • Forensic Accounting & Investigations - Investigate and resolve financial irregularities promptly.
    Outcome: Asset recovery and strengthened fraud prevention mechanisms.
  • Regulatory Compliance Audits - Independent compliance checks for tax, CSR, ESG, and sector-specific regulations.
    Outcome: Early identification of gaps, avoiding costly penalties and reputational damage.

Business & Digital Transformation Consulting

Driving operational, technological, and process change to build agile, scalable, and future-ready organisations.

  • ERP Selection, Implementation & Optimisation Deploy systems that integrate and scale with the business.
    Outcome: Higher efficiency, reduced manual errors, and future-proof IT infrastructure.
  • Cloud Adoption & Migration - Transition to secure, scalable, cost-efficient cloud platforms.
    Outcome: Improved uptime, operational agility, and reduced infrastructure costs.
  • Process Automation - RPA, AI, and ML-enabled automation for finance and operations. Outcome: 30–70% reduction in manual effort, freeing resources for strategic tasks.
  • Fintech Integration - Embed APIs for payments, lending, and digital banking.
    Outcome: Faster transactions, better customer experience, and improved cash flow.
  • Data Analytics & BI Enablement - Build predictive analytics and real-time decision dashboards.
    Outcome: Faster insights, proactive decision-making, and improved margins.
  • Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Consulting - Implement and audit enterprise-grade security frameworks.
    Outcome: Reduced breach risk and strong compliance with privacy laws.
  • Process Transformation - Redesign workflows to cut costs, improve output quality, and enhance speed.
    Outcome: Higher throughput, fewer process errors, and measurable efficiency gains.
  • Business Transformation - Overhaul business models and operating structures for sustained competitive advantage.
    Outcome: Stronger market positioning, revenue diversification, and long-term resilience.

ESG, Sustainability & Regulatory Advisory

Helping businesses integrate sustainability, meet regulatory standards, and improve ESG performance.

  • BRSR, CSRD & ISSB Reporting – ESG disclosures that meet global investor expectations.
    Outcome: Enhanced access to ESG-focused capital and improved brand perception.
  • Sustainability Strategy & Roadmap – Plans for carbon neutrality, resource optimisation, and green growth.
    Outcome: Reduced environmental footprint and alignment with global goals.
  • Certifications & Regulatory Compliance – Achieve ISO, LEED, SA8000, and other credentials.
    Outcome: Improved market access and supply chain credibility.
  • Impact Measurement & CSR Advisory – Design and measure high-impact CSR programs.
    Outcome: Measurable social benefits and stronger stakeholder engagement.
  • ESG Risk Management – Identify and mitigate environmental, social, and governance risks.
    Outcome: Reduced ESG-related liabilities and protected brand value.

Payroll, HR Compliance & Workforce Advisory

Ensuring accurate payroll, compliant HR practices, and optimised workforce strategies.

  • Payroll Processing & Administration – Accurate and timely salary processing.
    Outcome: Improved employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Statutory HR Compliance – Full compliance with PF, ESI, gratuity, and labour laws.
    Outcome: No penalties, disputes, or regulatory issues.
  • HR Policy Development & Governance – Create compliant and employee-centric policies.
    Outcome: Better workplace culture and reduced legal risks.
  • Compensation Structuring & Benchmarking – Competitive, tax-optimised packages.
    Outcome: Improved talent acquisition and retention rates.
  • Workforce Planning & Analytics – Data-driven staffing and productivity strategies.
    Outcome: Reduced manpower costs and optimised resource utilisation.

Training, Capability Building & Institutional Development

Building capabilities across leadership, finance, and institutional structures to sustain growth.

  • Executive & Board Training – Practical training on strategy, finance, and governance.
    Outcome: Improved leadership decision-making and accountability.
  • Digital Finance & Fintech Upskilling – Training teams in ERP, AI in finance, and digital tools.
    Outcome: Higher adoption of modern tech and improved operational output.
  • Institutional Capacity Building –Strengthen operational processes for NGOs, co-ops, and government bodies.
    Outcome: Increased service delivery efficiency and governance standards.
  • Leadership & Governance Development – Custom programs to develop ethical, high-performing leaders.
    Outcome: More engaged, visionary leadership teams.
  • Academic Collaborations & Certifications – Joint industry-academia certification programs.
    Outcome: Industry-ready talent contributing from day one.