Strengthen controls. Reduce risk. Move forward with confidence.

 

Whether you're a growing business, a private company preparing for SOX compliance, or a large public organization, EC Barrett delivers internal audit services that bring clarity, assurance, and operational strength. From documenting internal controls to full SOX 404(b) compliance testing, our team tailors our work to your risk profile and goals.​​

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Why Internal Audit Matters

Internal audit provides more than compliance—it delivers insight and assurance that controls are working, risks are managed, and reporting is reliable. Benefits include:
- Independent assurance over controls and processes
- Risk identification and mitigation before they become costly
- Audit and compliance readiness (including SOX)
- Operational efficiency through streamlined processes
- Better decision-making with data-driven insights​

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Our Services

Internal Controls Documentation & Audit Preparation – Narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and walkthroughs to support smoother external audits.

SOX Readiness & Compliance – Helping management prepare for SOX 404(b): design and testing of internal controls, remediation guidance, and coordination with external auditors.

Co-sourced or Outsourced Internal Audit – Flexible support to supplement your team or fully manage the internal audit function—risk assessments, process audits, and reporting.

Targeted Internal Audits – Operational reviews of payroll, fixed assets, inventory costing, procurement, order-to-cash, and more.

Data Analytics & Process Improvement – Leveraging analytics to identify inefficiencies, validate populations, and spot anomalies in financial or operational data.

Accounting Standards Support – Researching and applying new FASB standards, preparing position papers, and guiding implementation.

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Technology and SOX

Reliable internal control frameworks require a strong technology backbone. We review IT general controls (access, change, operations), key application controls, report logic, and automated workflows to help clients strengthen both manual and automated processes while reducing compliance costs.

 

Our Approach

1. Plan & Align – Clarify scope, risks, and audit expectations.
2. Understand & Document – Perform walkthroughs, document narratives, and map controls.
3. Test & Prioritize – Risk-based testing, population validation, and clear findings.
4. Remediate & Enable – Practical fixes, ownership, and training.
5. Report & Improve – Management and audit committee reporting with forward-looking recommendations.

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Why Clients Choose Us

- Right-sized solutions for small businesses, scalable to SOX requirements
- Practical, cost-effective compliance and control improvements
- Deep expertise across finance, IT, data, and operations and BIG4 auditors
- Collaborative style with management and auditors to reduce surprises

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Get Started

​Ready to strengthen your internal controls and prepare for what’s next?

Contact EC Barrett today to learn more.