Audits, Reviews & Compilations in Greenville, SC

Trusted Financial Reporting & Assurance Services for Your Business

Accurate and reliable financial reporting is essential to building trust with investors, lenders, and regulatory agencies. At John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC, we provide thorough audits, reviews, and compilations tailored to Greenville businesses—helping you meet compliance requirements and make confident business decisions.

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Our Assurance Services Include:

We offer three main levels of financial statement assurance designed to meet your specific needs:

  • Audits
    The highest level of assurance, involving a comprehensive and objective examination of your financial statements and supporting records to verify accuracy and compliance.

  • Reviews
    A mid-level assurance service that uses analytical procedures and inquiries to provide limited assurance that your financials are free of material misstatements.

  • Compilations
    Preparation of financial statements in proper format without assurance or opinion—ideal for internal use or businesses that do not require audited financials.

Why Choose John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC for Assurance Services?

  • Experience you can trust: Over a decade of delivering quality assurance to Greenville-area businesses.

  • Customized solutions: We tailor our approach to your business size, industry, and reporting needs.

  • Clear communication: We explain findings in plain language and offer actionable advice to improve financial processes.

FAQs | Audits, Reviews, & Compilations

  • Audits provide the highest level of assurance with thorough testing. Reviews offer limited assurance using analytical procedures, while compilations involve financial statement preparation without assurance.

  • Audits are often required by lenders, investors, or regulatory agencies, especially for publicly traded or larger private companies.

  • Compilations are usually for internal purposes, but some lenders accept them depending on the business size and risk level.

  • The timeline varies based on business complexity but typically ranges from several weeks to a few months.

  • Organize your financial records, maintain accurate bookkeeping, and be ready to provide supporting documentation for transactions.

Ensure Your Business’s Financial Statements Are Accurate and Compliant

Ready to boost your business credibility with professional assurance services?