01 — Define the decision
We first establish what the review must support: an internal sign-off, cost report close-out, due diligence question, dispute preparation or register repair. This determines the population and evidence threshold. We record exclusions before testing begins.
02 — Index the source set
Assessment notices, application records, tariff schedules, receipts, payment evidence, credit notes, amendments and ledger extracts are indexed against a common application reference. We issue a missing-record list rather than filling gaps with assumptions.
03 — Perform the agreed tests
Tests may include tariff version checks, selected recalculation, payment-to-receipt tracing, duplicate search, credit and reversal review, and reconciliation to the project ledger. Review notes preserve the source and calculation behind each result.
04 — Resolve factual questions
The client receives a consolidated clarification schedule. Responses are linked to the relevant exception, and new records are versioned. Questions requiring planning, legal or tax interpretation are directed to the appropriate appointed adviser.
05 — Issue and brief
Draft findings distinguish cleared items, confirmed variances, evidence gaps and authority queries. After one factual correction round, we issue the final pack and hold a close-out briefing with the nominated project and finance representatives.
Record handling
Transfer arrangements and access permissions are agreed per engagement. Please do not email confidential application packs before terms are signed. Records are retained according to the engagement terms and our privacy notice.
Request a scope discussion with the municipality, period and approximate record count.