Independence
Objective third-party assurance.
Assurance & Advisory Services
Giving you clarity, credibility and confidence in what matters most.
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Services That Go Beyond Box-Ticking
We don’t just offer audit. We go further with assurance and advisory services for organisations needing external validation and support. Whether that’s for grants, compliance, accounting advisory, ESG considerations, corporate governance or control development. No matter what the size or sector you operate in we’ve got the expertise to support your assurance needs helping you navigate any complex reporting requirements.
Our independent assurance goes beyond the numbers. Providing confidence in your reporting and insight into your performance. Reducing risk and helping stakeholders make informed decisions.
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WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
When the stakes are high, certainty matters - independent assurance helps you trust your data, reduce risk, and move forward with confidence.
Information Quality
Reliable, relevant, accurate data.
Risk Reduction
Lower the chance of poor decisions based on faulty information.
Stakeholder Confidence
Build trust with investors, regulators, and your stakeholders
Broad Scope
Beyond financial. Think business performance, IT systems, compliance, and more.
WHAT MAKES OUR SERVICES DIFFERENT
Commercially minded with audit expertise. The best of both worlds. We solve the aches and pains in your finance teams and systems. Reporting that’s fresh and practical. Unsure where to start? We’ll figure it out together and keep it simple and cost effective. We provide independent validation. Trusted by funders, auditors and boards alike.
This isn’t box‑ticking. It’s deeper, smarter reassurance that adds real weight to your story. Combined with a practical, people‑first approach.
Through Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP), ISA reports and Non‑Financial Assurance (NFA), we deliver targeted, independent reassurance across both financial and non‑financial reporting. The result is confidence that stands up to scrutiny and insight that genuinely supports better decisions.
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Grant claims without the headache. Assurance without the faff. Grant funding can unlock huge innovation, but it comes with paperwork, evidence requirements and eligibility rules.
We can get under the skin of your project, check eligible costs lines and make sure your claim ticks every box the funders expect. Innovate UK, local authority funding, government schemes and sector-specific posts. We’ve dealt with them all. We’ll make sure you have a fully compliant Independent Accountants Report (IAR) and peace of mind.
When it comes to grants we highlight risks early so you’re never surprised by clawbacks or rejected claims. We translated guidance into plain English, so you know exactly what’s eligible and what isn’t.
Our team in Northern Ireland audit Invest NI grant claims for the Department for the Economy and review charitable grant submissions. We make sure your submissions are robust. EU funding or otherwise. We’ll help you navigate the process with clarity and confidence.
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Whether you’re dealing with lenders, funders, auditors, or internal stakeholders, sometimes you need that independent stamp of credibility.
We dig beneath the numbers to validate what’s really going on. From revenue streams and customer activity to supplier arrangements and external confirmations. Our approach is friendly, forensic, and fast. You’ll get a clear, concise outcome that strengthens trust and helps you move forward with confidence.
We provide insight you can use. We don’t just confirm. We highlight trends, anomalies and opportunities to strengthen your controls.
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Why this matters
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) introduces a new criminal offence of “failure to prevent fraud”.
Organisations can be liable if fraud is committed by employees or agents for the organisation’s benefit, unless they can demonstrate reasonable fraud-prevention procedures were in place.
This makes your controls more important than ever as they are now a legal defence, not just good governance.
Weak or poorly evidenced controls can expose the organisations to prosecution, fines and reputational damage.
Who’s impacted
Large organisations that meet two or more of the following thresholds:
- £36M ANNUAL TURNOVER
- £18M IN TOTAL ASSETS
- 250 EMPLOYEES
What we’ll deliver
ECCTA compliance gap analysis
Assessing your current position against the six guiding principles.Fraud risk assessment
Getting under the skin of fraud risk in your organisation and mapping your current controls against these risks.Training & Awareness
Engaging, relevant, no-nonsense education for your staff.How we work
- Flexible approach designed around your needs
- Mix of interviews, questionnaires and training
- Clear, realistic timelines – and yes, we stick to them
- Straightforward communication, no waffle
Scope
Choose the level of service that suits your needs. We offer flexible packages with clear pricing for every stage of support.
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The best run businesses are worth more, move faster and leave their competitors playing catch up. We can assess how your governance framework stacks up against best practice, regulatory expectations and your strategic goals
We can help you sharpen up your governance with clear practical actions, boosting accountability and levelling up your approach to risk.
For big business there’s also the new ‘failure to prevent fraud’ offence under the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA). We’ll get under the skin of your business. Dig into your policies and spotlight the gaps and risks that matter. All anchored in the Act’s guiding principles. And because fraud prevention starts with people, we’ll train your teams too. Building awareness, confidence and a culture that reduces your overall risk.
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If you’re struggling with clunky controls or chaotic processes, we can help. With your team we can understand and map out what’s really going on. Spotlighting the bottlenecks and showing you where things can run slicker. Giving you a smoother smarter operation that frees up your team so they can focus on things that actually shift the dial.
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Want to boost your credibility as a Pension Trustee? Getting on The Pensions Regulator’s Trustee Register is a smart move. To get there, you’ll need an independent accountant’s report showing your internal controls stack up against the AAF 02/07 framework. That’s exactly what we do, and we make it simple.
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Standards change. Businesses evolve. Transactions get messy. And sometimes you just need someone to step in, untangle the technical stuff, and get your reporting right first time.
Whether you’re concerned about the changes to a standard such as FRS102. Considering a transition to IFRS. Refreshing your accounting policies. Or dealing with acquisition accounting. We bring clarity to complexity. We work alongside your finance team, understand your business, and give you advice that’s technically spot‑on and easy to apply in practice.
From standard transitions to one‑off technical questions. We’re your sounding board. And your safety net. We make shifting to new reporting frameworks feel controlled and manageable.
Meet The Team
Real people. Trusted assurance. Straight-talking advice.
We’re friendly, present and easy to work with. Our team integrates seamlessly into your business, working alongside you to deliver assurance and advisory projects collaboratively. We focus on outcomes that work for everyone, without adding pressure, and we tailor our output to what you actually need.
You’ll be supported by a wider team with diverse expertise, including Anna Reeves, who specialises in ECCTA, AAF, controls and corporate governance, and Abbey Walker‑Walster, who focuses on grants, confirmations and accounting advisory – ensuring you have the right expertise where it matters most. For more specific queries, Ryan Falls is also on hand to assist directly with any Northern Ireland grants.
Talk to us and start your assurance journey today.
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FAQs
Assurance services are independent professional reviews that give confidence in the accuracy and reliability of your financial information. They help stakeholders trust that your numbers reflect reality, whether it’s for compliance, decision-making, or investor confidence.
Assurance services aren’t just for big corporates. They’re valuable for any organisation that wants to build trust and manage risk. This includes:
- Listed companies needing to meet regulatory requirements and investor expectations.
- Private businesses looking for credibility with lenders, investors, or potential buyers.
- Charities and not-for-profits ensuring transparency for donors and trustees.
- Public sector bodies demonstrating accountability and compliance.
- Fast-growing scale-ups preparing for funding rounds or IPOs.
- Organisations that receive grant or ring-fenced funding where you need to report on what’s been achieved with that money.
If your stakeholders rely on accurate information, assurance services help you prove it.
It depends. There are different permissions for different size entities and different types of advisory work. It’s worth having a conversation to check.
An audit is a specific type of assurance focused on verifying financial statements against accounting standards. Assurance services go beyond audits. They can cover processes, controls, and non-financial data to provide a broader level of trust and transparency. Assurance services can be focussed on specific areas of interest.
Assurance services build credibility. They show investors, regulators, and customers that your business is transparent and well-managed. They also highlight risks early, improve decision-making, and strengthen trust in your brand.
By reviewing your systems and controls, assurance services identify weaknesses before they become costly problems. They provide insights that help you tighten processes, reduce fraud risk, and stay compliant. Keeping your business resilient and future ready.
Reviews
Mark, July 26
Generally very pro-active. Make us aware of any issues that may affect the year end in advance. Also helping re capital allowances in advance of the current year. All of the team are approachable whilst maintaining a strong professional ethic.
Victoria, July 26
Good communication with audit team. Clear audit plan at start of process. Good interaction with audit team during the audit. Frequent check ins. Timelines for audit and reporting have always been met.
Carl, July 26
We use CP predominantly for our annual audit and the process always feels “painless”.
Louise, July 26
Consistent team on the audit each year makes it easier year on year. Prompt response to queries even when not on site. Easy to use portal for uploading documents.
Mary, July 26
Attention to detail and a personalised service
Richard, July 26
Good professional advice always available
Darragh, July 26
The onboarding process has been smooth. As its our first year with Cooper Parry, I was expecting some issues in year 1 with a smoother audit in year 2 but the whole team have been fantastic and the audit has been done thoroughly and quickly. There was very little duplication of queries from members of the CP team, it was managed really well.
Nate, July 26
The team are knowledgeable, practical and personable
Guy, July 26
Always very helpful staff in terms of explaining and walking through processes with us. The audit and tasks are completed on time
Christopher, July 26
The UGSL audit proved somewhat time consuming considering size of the business. This was partly down to a new team handling it at CP. Some of the sample requests were excessive, and the draft summary of adjustments were in a poor format and included items such as tax that should not have ben included.