Our firm provides specialised audit services for co-operatives registered under state or federal co-operatives legislation. We help boards and members ensure financial transparency, legal compliance, and sound governance through timely and independent audits.
Who Needs a Co-operative Audit?
Most co-operatives in Australia are required to have their financial statements audited annually, unless exempt under specific thresholds. This includes:
Trading co-operatives (selling goods or services to members and/or the public)
Non-trading or community-based co-operatives
Agricultural, housing, worker, and consumer co-operatives
Audit requirements are usually set out under legislation such as:
The Co-operatives National Law (CNL), adopted by most states and territories
The Co-operatives Act 2002 (WA) (for Western Australia)
The Co-operatives (Adoption of National Law) Act 2012 in other jurisdictions
Our Co-operative Audit Services
We offer a full range of audit and assurance services tailored to co-operatives, including:
Annual statutory audits of financial reports
Review of internal controls and governance processes
Certification of financial reports for submission to the Registrar
Reports to members at Annual General Meetings
Assistance with compliance reporting and financial disclosures
We ensure your co-operative meets the legislative and constitutional requirements for:
Audit of financial statements
Reporting to members
Lodgement with the relevant state registrar or regulatory body
Proper financial oversight by the board
Why Work With Us?
Registered Company Auditors experienced in co-operative sector
Fixed-fee pricing for budgeting certainty
Clear, timely reporting in plain language
Practical advice to help improve financial systems and governance
We work with a range of co-operatives across sectors including:
Agriculture and primary production
Housing and community living
Childcare and early learning
Retail and buying groups
Mutual financial institutions
Contact Us
Contact us to discuss your co-operative's audit needs and ensure your reporting obligations are met with clarity and confidence.
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