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An independent and objective perspective

Our financial services team understands the complex regulatory environment that broker-dealers operate in and provides practical solutions to help you stay ahead of requirements. From broker-dealer financial statement audits to tax preparation and compliance to consulting services, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs.

As a PCAOB-registered firm, we have the expertise and qualifications to help you confidently comply with regulations and laws while providing an independent and objective perspective. We go the extra mile, producing real-time feedback and suggestions to improve your broker-dealer’s operations.

Broker-dealer audit, tax, and consulting services

We work with broker-dealer clients to provide audit, tax, and business consulting solutions for successful operations.

Broker-dealer audits

As a PCAOB registered firm, we understand the ins and outs of broker-dealer auditing standards and work diligently to provide effective and efficient financial statement audits, as required by Rule 17a-5. At the same time, we align our procedures to cover elements of your broker-dealer’s SIPC agreed-upon procedures engagement, AT 1 examination, and AT 2 review. 

Tax

Broker-dealer tax compliance can be challenging, especially given many broker-dealers rely on intercompany agreements with a parent company and/or affiliates. We understand the intricacies of tax issues unique to broker-dealers. Our seasoned tax experts know how to navigate these challenges expeditiously and do so in a way that provides the best result for the broker-dealer and any related entities.

Consulting

Our consulting team has expertise in a number of areas to help you improve your operations. From merger and acquisition consulting, outsourced accounting needs, assistance with expense sharing agreements, review of financial responsibility rules controls, or review of net capital and customer reserve calculations, our team is here to assist you every step of the way. Understanding that each broker-dealer’s situation is unique, we take the time up front to understand your situation, allowing us to provide solutions tailored to your experience.

What to expect at BerryDunn

BerryDunn works hard to know what you need before you do. We partner with you, helping you take advantage of financial opportunities and respond to change. From industry-specific assurance services to specialized tax strategies, we put our know-how to work in ways that fit your individual operational styles and needs. Our commitment to knowledge sharing helps you gain control of the challenges and opportunities that drive value. Real people. Real-time solutions.

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