Fast, Accurate, and Reliable SOC 1 Reports
SOC 1 compliance demonstrates that your organization has strong internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). A SOC 1 audit from AAFCPAs provides the assurance clients, partners, and regulators expect—helping you build trust, accelerate sales, and maintain a competitive edge.
With AAFCPAs, you won’t just be checking a compliance box. Our industry-leading team of CPAs and specialists delivers actionable insights that help protect your reputation and support growth. Whether you’re a payroll provider, benefit plan administrator, or managed services firm, we help you demonstrate that your financial controls are rock-solid.
As a Top 100 CPA and consulting firm, we provide reliable, cost-effective SOC 1 reports trusted by leading banks, insurers, and financial institutions. As an independently owned firm, we combine integrity, speed, and partner access—without the high costs of Big 4 or national firms.
SOC 1 Reports: Achieve Compliance with Confidence
Our Agile methodology ensures a fast-moving, transparent, and responsive process, giving you confidence that your controls over financial reporting are reliable.
- Staggered due dates
- Clearly assigned responsibilities
- Centralized communication
- Real-time status updates
We guarantee not only the timeliness of our reports but also their accuracy and relevance, giving you confidence in a demanding regulatory environment.
“AAFCPAs is a true partner. They’re always there for us to help us grow and anticipate challenges or changes on the horizon. They’ve worked with us on all types of SOC reports [SOC 1 Type 1 and 2 plus SOC 2 Type 1 and 2] along with special attestations, process assessments, and SOC readiness. And they make audits clear and understandable.
Michael Marotta | Governance, Risk, and Compliance Officer, Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG)
Why Choose AAFCPAs for SOC 1 Compliance?
Trusted by the Industry
Our SOC 1 reports are relied upon by banks, insurers, and auditors who demand precision in financial reporting.
More Value for Your Investment
We deliver high-quality SOC 1 audits at a lower cost than national and global firms—without compromising service or insight.
Efficient, Tech-Enabled Process
We leverage a proprietary workflow automation tool to streamline evidence gathering, shorten timelines, and minimize disruptions.
Experienced Teams Only
Experienced CPAs—not junior staff—lead every SOC 1 engagement, ensuring accuracy and insight into your financial controls.
SOC 1 Audits for International Companies
AAFCPAs serves organizations headquartered abroad, including Germany, the UK, Singapore, Canada, and Romania, providing efficient SOC 1 certification that meet U.S. financial reporting standards while helping organizations achieve SOC 1 compliance and build trust across borders.
SOC 1 Type 1 vs Type 2 Audits
| Report / Audit Type | Purpose | Timing | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type 1 Audit | Evaluates whether your controls are properly designed and implemented at a specific point in time. | One-time snapshot | Ideal for demonstrating an initial security posture to clients and stakeholders. |
| Type 2 Audit | Assesses the effectiveness of controls over a period (typically 3–12 months). | Ongoing period | Shows consistent, reliable operations—higher assurance for customers, partners, and regulators. |
Frequently Asked Questions (SOC 1 Reports & Audits)
SOC 1 reports are vital attestations for service organizations whose operations impact the financial reporting of clients. This is especially relevant for sectors such as financial services, payroll processors, benefit plan administrators, MSPs, and cloud computing providers. SOC 1 compliance demonstrates your commitment to integrity, accuracy, and control over financial transactions
Typically 3–6 months depending on scope and readiness. AAFCPAs frequently works with clients who need faster results and can streamline the audit process or narrow in on specific objectives while maintaining quality.
Type 1 provides assurance that controls are properly designed at a point in time, while Type 2 demonstrates ongoing operational effectiveness. The right choice depends on your client contracts, compliance objectives, and stakeholder requirements.
SOC 1 focuses on financial reporting controls, while SOC 2 evaluates operational controls related to security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Many organizations eventually require both; AAFCPAs guides you in choosing the right engagement for your needs.
The cost of a SOC 1 audit depends on factors such the size of your organization, complexity of your systems and readiness of your organization. Low-cost automated solutions may seem appealing, but they often lack the depth, flexibility, and credibility of a CPA-led audit.
AAFCPAs delivers meaningful, cost-effective SOC 1 reports by combining experienced, hands-on expertise with automation tools that streamline evidence gathering and reduce disruptions. Clients benefit from direct access to seasoned auditors, international and multilingual support, and advisory support that is trusted by leading Banks, Insurers, Health Institutions, Government Offices and Airlines..
AAFCPAs’ SOC Report Leaders
James Jumes
Paula Chamoun
Andrew Mathieson
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