At Millet Audit, we provide professional audits for charities in Stoke, helping organisations complete their financial reporting requirements through an organised and independent audit process. Our experienced team supports charities with clear communication, detailed financial scrutiny, and a flexible service designed to provide confidence to trustees, funders, supporters, and other stakeholders.
Get in TouchThe financial arrangements of a charity are often closely linked to the services, projects, and activities it delivers. At Millet Audit, we provide audits for charities in Stoke with an approach that considers the organisation’s individual financial structure and reporting requirements. Charities may receive income through public donations, local funding initiatives, charitable trusts, membership subscriptions, service contracts, or organised fundraising, and these different sources can require careful accounting. Before beginning detailed audit work, we take time to understand the charity’s activities and the systems used to record financial transactions. This enables us to plan our procedures with relevant areas of the accounts in mind. Our team carries out independent audit work while maintaining direct communication with trustees and finance staff throughout the engagement. As our services are delivered ly, Stoke charities can access experienced auditors without needing to accommodate an audit team at their premises, providing a practical approach to completing important financial reporting work.
A statutory audit is an important financial reporting requirement for charities that meet the relevant criteria or have another obligation to obtain an audit. Millet Audit provides statutory audits for charities in Stoke through a carefully organised process that helps clients understand what to expect at each stage. We begin by discussing the charity’s operations, financial reporting arrangements, and audit timetable before establishing the records and supporting evidence required for our work. Our auditors then perform appropriate procedures and assess relevant information as part of the independent audit engagement. We recognise that finance teams and trustees may have other important responsibilities, so our information requests are communicated clearly and managed in a structured manner. Statutory audits provide an independent opinion on financial statements and can help charities meet their reporting responsibilities. Through delivery, our team can provide professional statutory audit support to organisations across Stoke while maintaining regular contact and detailed scrutiny throughout the engagement.
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Grant funding can enable charities to deliver valuable programmes, but it can also create additional accounting and financial reporting responsibilities. At Millet Audit, we carry out statutory audits for charities in Stoke that manage grants, project budgets, and expenditure linked to specific charitable activities. Funding agreements may include conditions regarding how money can be spent, while internal records need to accurately reflect the financial activity of different programmes. Our audit procedures consider relevant financial information and supporting documentation as we obtain evidence relating to the charity’s accounts. Statutory audits provide external scrutiny and can help trustees demonstrate that the organisation takes financial accountability seriously. We approach the audit with an understanding that charity finances can involve several projects and funding arrangements operating at the same time. Our fully service allows accounting records, grant documentation, and supporting evidence to be provided digitally, helping Stoke charities complete the audit process efficiently while remaining focused on their charitable work.
Contact Us TodayMillet Audit provides a professional audit service built around independence, accessibility, and clear communication. We understand that charities can have very different internal resources, with some employing dedicated finance teams and others relying on smaller administrative teams or trustee involvement. Our auditors adapt the management of the engagement to the organisation’s circumstances while maintaining the professional standards required for our work. We have experience carrying out statutory audits and statutory audits and recognise the reporting considerations that can arise within charitable organisations. Throughout the process, we aim to make audit requests understandable and keep clients informed about the progress of the engagement. Our service means charities in Stoke are able to work with our experienced team without distance affecting access to professional audit support. By choosing Millet Audit, charities gain an independent auditor committed to delivering detailed work, practical communication, and a well-managed engagement from initial planning through to final reporting.
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Auditing provides charities with a flexible way to complete a statutory audit when accounting records and supporting documents are available electronically. At Millet Audit, our audit service enables charities throughout Stoke to work with our team using secure digital processes and direct online communication. We agree on the audit timetable and explain the documents likely to be required, allowing the organisation to prepare relevant information in advance where possible. Financial records, bank information, invoices, funding agreements, and other supporting evidence can be shared electronically for review. Where discussions are required, meetings can take place with trustees, finance personnel, or other appropriate members of the charity’s team. This approach avoids the practical demands associated with hosting auditors on site while allowing detailed audit procedures to be completed. Our auditors remain available throughout the engagement, providing a professional and responsive service designed to help charity teams manage audit requirements alongside their normal operational responsibilities.
Accountability is essential for charities that rely on the confidence of donors, funders, beneficiaries, and the wider public. Clear financial reporting helps stakeholders understand the organisation’s financial position and how resources support charitable activities. Millet Audit provides statutory audits for charities in Stoke that deliver independent scrutiny of financial statements and relevant supporting records. Statutory audits can provide assurance to stakeholders and support trustees in fulfilling their financial oversight responsibilities. Where statutory audits are required, our experienced auditors carry out the engagement in accordance with the relevant professional requirements and provide the necessary independent reporting. We understand that a charity’s financial responsibilities may become more involved as income increases, new projects begin, or additional funding sources are secured. Our audit service gives Stoke charities access to professional support as their circumstances develop. Millet Audit is committed to providing independent statutory audits that promote transparent financial reporting, responsible governance, and greater confidence in the financial information presented by charitable organisations. Contact us to find out more.
Whether your charity needs an audit or an independent examination depends on its size and income. In the UK, an audit is legally required if your charity’s gross income exceeds £15 million, or if your income is over £7.5 million and your total assets exceed £7.5 million, or if your income is over £250,000 and you have more than 50 employees. If your charity falls below these thresholds, it may only need an independent examination, which is a simpler form of scrutiny. However, your charity’s governing document or funders may still require a full audit, even if it’s not legally necessary. It’s important to check your constitution and grant agreements before making a decision. At Millet Audit, we help trustees understand these thresholds clearly and advise on whether an audit is required. If your charity qualifies for a Charity Independent Examination, we can provide that service too. Either way, we’ll make sure you meet all Charity Commission obligations and feel confident in your financial reporting.
A charity statutory audit involves a thorough review of your financial statements, internal controls, and record-keeping to ensure they meet accounting standards and charity law. The process begins with a planning phase, where we get to know your charity’s structure, activities, and funding sources. We then carry out fieldwork, reviewing documentation and performing audit tests. Finally, we provide a detailed audit report with our findings, which trustees can present in the annual report and accounts. The time it takes depends on your charity’s size and how well-prepared the records are, but for most charities the process takes between three and five weeks from start to finish. At Millet Audit, we always aim to minimise disruption and keep things running smoothly. We work closely with your finance staff or volunteers, providing clear guidance from start to finish, and making sure your audit is completed well before Charity Commission filing deadlines.
When auditing a charity, we assess whether your financial statements give a true and fair view of your charity’s finances. We look at how income is recognised, especially grant income and restricted funds, to ensure they’re reported correctly. We also examine expenditure to confirm that it has been properly authorised and recorded, and that it supports the charity’s charitable objectives. Fund accounting is a key area of focus, particularly how restricted and unrestricted funds are managed. We also test internal controls, review governance arrangements, and check for compliance with the Charities SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice). If your charity holds investments, owns property, or runs trading subsidiaries, these areas will also be reviewed. Our role is not just to confirm compliance, but to provide trustees with assurance that systems are working effectively and risks are being managed. At Millet Audit, we explain our findings clearly and offer practical advice where needed.
Preparing well for a statutory audit can make the entire process more efficient and less stressful for your charity. The first step is to ensure your financial records are up to date and accurate, including your income, expenditure, bank reconciliations, and fund balances. Keep supporting documentation such as invoices, grant letters, and donation records well organised and easy to access. It’s also helpful to have minutes from trustee meetings available, especially those discussing key financial decisions or budget approvals. At Millet Audit, we provide a clear list of what we’ll need in advance, and we’re always happy to answer questions beforehand. Assigning a main point of contact within your charity to liaise with us during the audit can also streamline communication. Our goal is to make the audit feel manageable—not overwhelming—and to work alongside you in a respectful, professional way. Good preparation leads to a smoother audit and helps highlight your charity’s good governance.
