BDO Saudi Arabia supports public sector and government-related entities through external audit, internal audit and consulting services designed to enhance accountability, strengthen control frameworks and support effective programme delivery.

Who We Support

Our public sector team works with a broad range of government-related entities and public sector organisations, supporting leadership teams and Audit Committees with independent assurance and structured advisory.

External Audit

Our public sector external audit team works with clients to enhance the quality and integrity of financial statements and strengthen confidence in reporting outcomes. We deliver risk-focused external audits aligned with accounting standards generally accepted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and International Standards on Auditing, supporting transparency and value for money.

• External audit of financial statements
• Risk-focused audit planning aligned with public sector priorities
• Recommendations to strengthen financial reporting and controls
• Value-for-money and governance observations where appropriate

Internal Audit and Risk Advisory

Internal audit is a core governance tool for public sector organisations. Our internal audit services support organisations in strengthening oversight, managing operational risk and improving control effectiveness. Services can be delivered on a co-sourced or fully outsourced basis.

We provide clear reporting to Audit Committees and practical recommendations that support implementation.

• Internal audit outsourcing and co-sourcing
• Governance, risk and compliance reviews
• Internal control framework assessments
• Operational risk and process reviews
• Technology risk and cyber governance advisory where required

Consulting and Transformation Support

Public sector entities face increasing demand to modernise services, improve delivery efficiency and strengthen programme governance. Our consulting team supports transformation initiatives aimed at achieving measurable operational and financial improvements.

• Operating model and organisational effectiveness advisory
• Programme governance and performance management
• Process optimisation and service delivery improvement
• Digital transformation and GovTech advisory support

Tax and VAT Advisory

Public sector and government-related organisations may face VAT and tax compliance considerations depending on the nature of their activities and operating structures. Our tax team supports clients in managing exposure, improving compliance and strengthening governance over tax obligations.

• VAT advisory and compliance support
• VAT planning initiatives where applicable
• Tax governance and contractor compliance advisory

Access to Specialist Expertise

BDO Saudi Arabia draws on specialist expertise across the BDO network, including forensic accounting, valuations, corporate finance and other advisory disciplines, to support complex public sector requirements.

When Should You Seek Public Sector Support?

• Strengthening Audit Committee oversight and governance frameworks
• Enhancing internal audit capability and risk management practices
• Improving transparency and financial reporting quality
• Delivering transformation programmes aligned with Vision 2030
• Managing technology risk, cyber governance or digital resilience priorities

Contact Our Public Sector Team

To discuss external audit, internal audit or consulting support for public sector organisations in Saudi Arabia, please contact our team to submit a request for proposal.