Internal audit

We help organizations add value through enhanced internal audit

At GPMA, our internal audit approach is grounded in adding value and strengthening organizational resilience.
We don’t just identify control gaps—we provide insights that support stronger decision-making, better risk anticipation, and improved operational performance. By evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls, we help organizations safeguard their assets, comply with regulations, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Our goal is to make internal audit a strategic function that enhances trust, transparency, and long-term success.

We deliver strategic, transformational, and technical solutions through internal audit-helping organizations enhance governance, strengthen internal controls, and drive continuous improvement.

Our approach to internal audit outsource

Strategic Assurance with a Risk-Based Focu

At GPMA, we approach internal audit as a value-adding activity—not just a compliance requirement. Our audits are designed to align with your strategic objectives while identifying and addressing high-risk areas. We employ a risk-based methodology that prioritizes audit areas with the greatest potential impact, ensuring meaningful insights and stronger decision-making support.

Tailored Methodology and Governance Framework

We have developed a comprehensive internal audit methodology and customizable internal audit charter that reflect global best practices while adapting to each client's industry, size, and regulatory environment. Our frameworks are especially effective for financial institutions regulated by the Central Bank of Armenia, where compliance, transparency, and adaptability are paramount.

Multidisciplinary Audit Expertise

Our internal audit team is composed of highly credentialed professionals, including Certified Internal Auditors (CIA), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (CAMS), Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISA), tax specialists, and ACCA-qualified experts. This diverse team allows us to perform holistic audits that address financial, operational, regulatory, and technology-related risks in an integrated and thorough manner.

Security-Driven Infrastructure and Insightful Delivery

To support trust and confidentiality, GPMA has developed an IT infrastructure aligned with ISO 27001:2022 information security standards. Our audits are delivered with transparency, efficiency, and a commitment to data protection. We go beyond identifying weaknesses—we provide actionable recommendations that enhance internal controls, promote a culture of accountability, and support long-term organizational resilience.

International certifications

Our team provides internal audit outsourcing and co-sourcing services, supported by internationally certified professionals. Our experts hold globally recognized credentials, including CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance), and specialized expertise in Sarbanes–Oxley (SOX) compliance.

Control

Internal control enhancement

Our internal audit services are centered around your specific business risks and operational processes, ensuring a fully tailored approach for each client. We conduct a detailed review of your business workflows, develop structured process maps, assess the design effectiveness of internal controls, and perform thorough testing of controls to evaluate their practical implementation.

This risk-focused and process-driven methodology allows us to deliver meaningful insights that strengthen governance.

7 years

Extensive experience

Since its establishment, our Company has been providing internal audit outsourcing services to regulated financial institutions. We have extensive experience delivering both full outsourcing and co-sourcing internal audit services to investment companies, pension fund managers, public fund managers, credit organizations, and other entities operating in regulated environments.

Our deep understanding of financial sector regulations and governance frameworks enables us to provide reliable, risk-based internal audit solutions tailored to each institution’s specific requirements.