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Complete Step-by-Step Guide

How Our Trust Account Audit Process Works

A complete, detailed guide to submitting your trust account audit online. From email verification to receiving your audit report, we'll walk you through every step of the process.

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Complete Step-by-Step Process

Follow these detailed steps to complete your trust account audit submission. Each phase includes specific requirements and helpful tips.

1
Phase 12-3 minutes/book-demo

Initial Enquiry & Portal Invitation

Begin your audit journey by sharing your business details. We confirm scope, then issue a secure invitation into the client portal when your engagement is ready.

Detailed Steps

Enter Your Email

Visit our booking page to get started and share your business contact details. This will be your primary contact for all audit communications.

Receive Portal Invitation

Once we confirm your engagement, we send a secure portal invitation so your audit information is only accessible by approved client contacts.

Confirm Client Details

Confirm the primary contact details, business name, and any client-specific information needed to start the engagement.

What You'll Need

  • Valid business email address
  • Access to your business email inbox
  • Primary contact number
  • Company/business name

Helpful Tips

  • Use your primary business email for reliable communication
  • Watch for an invitation email once the engagement is confirmed
  • Mobile number helps with urgent audit communications
2
Phase 22-3 minutes/client-portal

Professional Information & Profile

Tell us about your role and business operations. This helps us tailor the audit process to your specific needs and compliance requirements.

Detailed Steps

Select Your Position

Choose your role: Manager, Business Owner, Director, Partner, or Other. This helps us understand your authority level.

Choose Industry Types

Select all applicable industries: Real Estate, Tax Accounting, Conveyancing, Solicitor, SMSF, or Other. Multi-select is supported.

Select Operating States

Choose all Australian states/territories where you operate: NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, ACT, NT. This determines compliance requirements.

What You'll Need

  • Your position/role in the business
  • Industry type(s) you operate in
  • States/territories where you hold trust accounts

Helpful Tips

  • Select all industries and states that apply - this is important for compliance
  • You can skip this step and complete it later, but it's recommended to finish now
  • Your operating states determine which regulatory requirements apply
3
Phase 33-5 minutes/client-portal

Business Verification via ABN Lookup

We use the Australian Business Register (ABR) to automatically verify and populate your business details, saving you time and ensuring accuracy.

Detailed Steps

Search Your Business

Enter your 11-digit ABN or search by business name. Our system automatically detects the search type and queries the ABR database.

Auto-Population

We automatically fill in your company name, ABN, business type, registration status, and operating addresses from official ABR records.

Verify Information

Review the auto-populated information for accuracy. Ensure your business name, ABN, and addresses are correct before proceeding.

What You'll Need

  • Valid Australian Business Number (ABN) - 11 digits
  • Business must be registered and active with ABR
  • Current business registration details

Helpful Tips

  • Have your ABN ready - it's on your business registration documents
  • If searching by name, be specific (e.g., 'XYZ Real Estate Pty Ltd')
  • All information is pulled from official government records
4
Phase 45-10 minutes/client-portal

Trust Account Configuration

Add your trust account details with state-specific compliance information. This is the most detailed step and varies by state.

Detailed Steps

Select Account Type

Choose Rental Trust Account (for bonds and property management) or Sales Trust Account (for deposits and settlements).

Enter Banking Details

Provide account name (e.g., 'MAIN RENTAL TRUST'), BSB (XXX-XXX format), account number, and select operating state.

State-Specific Compliance

Complete state-specific requirements like NSW UID, license numbers, entity details, and property management software declarations.

Add Multiple Accounts

If you operate multiple trust accounts, click 'Add Another Account' and repeat the process. Each account is audited separately.

What You'll Need

  • Trust account name
  • BSB and account number
  • Operating state for each account
  • NSW: Unique Identifying Number (UID)
  • License numbers (state-specific)
  • Property management software details

Helpful Tips

  • Have your bank statements ready to verify BSB and account numbers
  • NSW users must have their UID from NSW Fair Trading
  • Each trust account is priced separately ($549-$749 + GST)
  • All banking information is encrypted with AES-256
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Phase 4 (NSW Specific)3-5 minutes (NSW only)/client-portal

NSW Trust Account Requirements

NSW has additional compliance requirements including UID verification and licensee information that must be submitted to NSW Fair Trading.

Detailed Steps

NSW UID Entry

Enter your NSW Unique Identifying Number (UID) provided by NSW Fair Trading. This is mandatory for all NSW trust accounts.

Licensee Information

Provide license number, email, first name, last name, entity license number, and optional entity license expiry date.

Software Declaration

Select your property management software: PropertyMe, PropertyTree, or Other. You can add custom software if needed.

What You'll Need

  • NSW Unique Identifying Number (UID)
  • Individual license number
  • Licensed individual's email and name
  • Entity license number
  • Property management software name

Helpful Tips

  • Your UID is available from NSW Fair Trading portal
  • Licensee email must match Fair Trading records
  • NSW submissions are online-only via audits@finance.nsw.gov.au
  • All software must be declared for compliance
5
Phase 52-3 minutes/client-portal

Review & Cost Calculation

Review all your information and see transparent, fixed pricing breakdown before submission. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Detailed Steps

Information Review

Carefully review your business details, trust account information, and state-specific compliance data for accuracy.

Pricing Breakdown

View transparent pricing: Number of accounts × $549-$749 per account + GST. See subtotal, GST amount, and final total.

Secure Submission

Submit your audit request through our encrypted portal. All data is transmitted securely using bank-grade encryption.

What You'll Need

  • Verified business information
  • Complete trust account details
  • State compliance information
  • Payment information (if required)

Helpful Tips

  • Double-check all account numbers before submitting
  • Fixed pricing means no surprise costs later
  • You'll receive instant confirmation after submission
  • Access your dashboard anytime to track progress
6
Post-Submission5-10 business days/client-portal

Audit Processing & Report Delivery

Our IPA qualified auditors review your trust accounts for regulatory compliance. You'll receive your comprehensive audit report via secure download.

Detailed Steps

Audit in Progress

Our auditors review your trust accounts, verify compliance, and prepare your audit report. Track status in your dashboard.

Quality Review

Senior auditors perform quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of findings before finalizing your report.

Report Download

Receive notification when your report is ready. Download your audit report from the secure portal.

What You'll Need

  • Submitted audit request
  • All documentation provided
  • Trust account records available

Helpful Tips

  • Reports are typically completed within 5-10 business days
  • You can contact support anytime with questions (24h response)
  • Reports are ready for immediate regulatory submission
  • All reports stored securely in your portal
State-Specific Requirements

Trust Account Audit Requirements by State

Rules differ by state. We track official guidance and help keep your audit process current — no guesswork.

New South Wales

NSW

Regulatory authority

NSW Fair Trading

Frequency

Annual

Deadline

Audit results must be lodged each year via the NSW Fair Trading portal (see portal for current dates).

Typical documents

  • Trust account ledgers & monthly reconciliations
  • Bank statements for all trust accounts
  • Auditor’s report lodged via the Fair Trading portal

Important notes

All audit results must be lodged with Fair Trading. Maintain records for the statutory retention period.

Victoria

VIC

Regulatory authority

Consumer Affairs Victoria

Frequency

Annual (1 July – 30 June)

Deadline

Lodge within 3 months after 30 June via myCAV or the approved process.

Typical documents

  • Audit covering 1 July – 30 June
  • Reconciliations, ledgers and bank statements
  • Audit report in the approved form

Important notes

Deliver a signed copy of the audit report to the licensee and lodge with CAV within the timeframe.

Queensland

QLD

Regulatory authority

Office of Fair Trading (QLD)

Frequency

Annual (per trust account)

Deadline

Annual audit required; lodge the auditor’s report with OFT per current guidance and forms.

Typical documents

  • Appoint a qualified auditor
  • Audit each trust account annually
  • Maintain receipts, payments, ledgers & reconciliations

Important notes

Follow OFT forms and instructions for lodgement. Late or incomplete lodgements may lead to enforcement action.

South Australia

SA

Regulatory authority

Consumer and Business Services (SA)

Frequency

Annual

Deadline

Submit annual audit documents to the Commissioner within the specified period.

Typical documents

  • Annual audit of trust account
  • Bank statements and payment records
  • Trust ledgers and supporting documentation

Important notes

Use the CBS audit checklist to prepare submissions; if funds were held at any time during the period, an audit is required.

Western Australia

WA

Regulatory authority

DMIRS – Consumer Protection (WA)

Frequency

Annual (calendar year)

Deadline

Audit report due by 31 March for the previous calendar year (confirm current bulletin).

Typical documents

  • Audit report under the REBA Act
  • Monthly reconciliations & bank records
  • Receipts and payments documentation

Important notes

DMIRS issues January reminders; confirm the current due date on the official site before lodgement.

Tasmania

TAS

Regulatory authority

Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (TAS)

Frequency

Annual

Deadline

Audit report due by 30 September each year for the prior 1 July–30 June period.

Typical documents

  • Annual trust account audit
  • Reconciliations, ledgers and statements
  • Provide records to the auditor as requested

Important notes

Property Agents Board notes an audit year ending 30 June and possible six-monthly reporting for trust accounts.

State-aware audit support

Aligned with requirements across Australian jurisdictions

We monitor regulator updates and help keep your process current. Focus on your clients while we guide the audit requirements.

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Document Requirements

Required Documents Checklist

Ensure you have all necessary documents ready for your trust account audit. Use this interactive checklist to track your preparation progress.

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Software Compatibility

Supported Trust Account Software

We work with all major trust account software platforms. Export your data in the recommended formats below.

Coming Soon

Software compatibility cards will be available soon. Please use the recommended file formats below for submissions.

File Formats

Recommended File Formats

Use these file formats for optimal processing and audit efficiency.

PDF

Recommended

Best for statements and reports

Excel/CSV

Recommended

Ideal for transaction data

Images (JPG/PNG)

Only for physical documents

Ready to Submit

Documents Ready? Let’s Get Started

Once you’ve gathered all required documents, our team will handle the rest. Upload your files securely and we’ll begin your audit process immediately.

Audit Process Timeline

Your Audit Journey Step by Step

Follow our streamlined 10-day audit process designed for efficiency and clear next steps. Each step is carefully managed by our audit professionals.

Speed:

Document Submission

Day 1

Upload your trust account documents through our secure portal

15-30 minutes
4 activities

Key Activities

Secure encrypted file upload
Automatic document validation
Instant confirmation receipt
24/7 upload availability

Pro Tip

Ensure all documents are clearly legible and complete before uploading.

Initial Review

Days 2-3

Our audit team performs a preliminary document review

1-2 business days
4 activities

Detailed Audit

Days 4-7

Comprehensive audit of all trust account transactions and records

3-4 business days
4 activities

Report Generation

Days 8-9

Preparation of comprehensive audit report and certificates

1-2 business days
4 activities

Final Delivery

Day 10

Secure delivery of audit report and regulatory submission

Same day
4 activities
Process Benefits

Why Choose Our Process

Our streamlined approach delivers exceptional results with maximum efficiency and compliance.

10 Days

Fast Turnaround

Complete audit in 10 business days

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Qualified Auditors

All audits performed by qualified professionals

Requirements-aligned

State-Aware

Aligned with Australian state requirements

Secure

Secure Process

Secure document handling for all documents

Important Notice

Time-Sensitive Compliance

Trust account audits must be completed within specific timeframes set by each state. Don’t wait until the last minute — start your audit process early to ensure compliance.

Transparent Pricing

Simple, Fair Pricing Structure

No hidden fees, no surprises. Our transparent pricing is based on your firm size and state requirements, delivering exceptional value for professional audit services.

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Multi-Layered Security Architecture

Comprehensive security measures protecting your data at every stage of the audit process.

Data Protection

Secure Data Handling Process

Follow your data’s journey through our secure audit process with complete transparency and control.

1

Secure Upload

Documents encrypted during upload with TLS encryption

Your files are encrypted in transit using industry-standard TLS protocols.

2

AWS S3 Storage

Data stored securely in AWS S3 with server-side encryption

All data is encrypted at rest using AWS S3 server-side encryption with AES-256.

3

Controlled Access

Only authorized auditors can access your data

AWS Cognito authentication and role-based access controls ensure data security.

4

Audit Processing

Secure processing environment with full audit trails

All data access and processing activities are logged using AWS CloudTrail.

5

Secure Delivery

Reports delivered through AWS SES secure email

Final reports are delivered using AWS SES with encryption in transit.

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Data Retention

Automatic data deletion per retention policies

Data is automatically deleted according to our retention policies and your preferences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions?

Find answers to the most common questions about trust account audits, our process, pricing, and security measures.

Quick Tips

Pro Tips for a Smooth Audit

Follow these expert tips to ensure your audit process goes smoothly and efficiently.

Preparation Tip

Organize your documents by month before uploading to speed up the audit process.

Timing Tip

Schedule your audit 4-6 weeks before the deadline to allow time for any corrections.

Compliance Tip

Keep detailed records of all trust account transactions throughout the year.

Security Tip

Use our secure portal for document uploads - never email sensitive financial documents.

Helpful Resources

Additional Resources

Download guides, watch tutorials, and access tools to help you prepare for your audit.

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Trust Account Guide

Comprehensive guide to trust account management and compliance

PDF Guide
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Audit Process Walkthrough

Step-by-step video showing exactly what to expect during your audit

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Document Checklist

Printable checklist of all documents needed for your audit

Checklist

Sample Reports

Examples of completed audit reports to see what you'll receive

Sample Files
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