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Mandatory For: Bank borrowers with credit above Rs 5 crore (RBI/bank norms), companies under CARO 2020, businesses with high-value inventory

Coverage: Raw materials, WIP, finished goods, stores and spares, scrap and rejection, goods in transit, stock at third-party locations

Valuation: AS-2 / Ind AS-2 (lower of cost or net realisable value), FIFO/weighted average method

Deliverable: Stock audit report with physical vs book reconciliation, discrepancy analysis, valuation, drawing power, bank stock statement

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Stock Audit in Pune - Overview

📌 TL;DR - Stock Audit in Pune Services at a Glance

Stock audit (inventory audit) is the independent physical verification of a company's inventory - raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, stores and spares, and scrap - compared against book records, followed by valuation under AS-2/Ind AS-2. It is mandatory for bank borrowers with credit exposure above Rs 5 crore and required for CARO 2020 compliance.

TriggerRequirementSource
Bank Borrower (CC/WC)Mandatory when credit > Rs 5 Cr. Quarterly or half-yearly.RBI / Bank norms
CARO 2020 ComplianceStatutory auditor reports on physical verification at reasonable intervalsCARO 2020 Clause 3(ii)
Statutory Audit SupportAuditor must satisfy on existence, ownership, and valuationSA 501 / ICAI Standards
High-Value InventoryRecommended for manufacturers, retailers, pharma, e-commerceBest practice / ICAI Guide
Insurance ClaimPhysical verification and valuation for inventory insurance claimsInsurance requirement

Pune is one of India's largest manufacturing and logistics hubs. Auto component manufacturers in Chakan, Talegaon MIDC, and Pimpri-Chinchwad hold crores in raw materials and finished goods. Pharma companies in MIDC Bhosari manage batch-tracked inventory. Food processors in Ranjangaon handle perishables. E-commerce warehouses in Wagholi manage thousands of SKUs. For all these businesses, inventory is the single largest current asset - and the most vulnerable to discrepancy. Learn more about Stock Audit across India.

Patron Accounting delivers stock audit from our Pune office at RTC Silver, Wagholi - conducting physical verification on-site at Pune plants, warehouses, and retail locations. Our CA team provides the complete chain: ERP analytics, physical counts, reconciliation, AS-2 valuation, scrap reconciliation, drawing power computation, bank statements, and CARO coordination. Also see Internal Audit and Statutory Audit.

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What Is Stock Audit

Stock audit is the independent physical verification of a company's inventory, comparing actual quantities on hand with recorded book balances, followed by valuation under AS-2/Ind AS-2 to ensure accurate financial reporting and collateral assessment for bank lending.

The audit covers all inventory categories: raw materials, WIP, finished goods, stores and spares, packing materials, scrap, goods in transit, and third-party stock. The auditor physically counts or weighs items, reconciles against ERP records (Tally, SAP, Oracle), and investigates discrepancies for pilferage, errors, damage, expiry, or process inefficiency.

Beyond counting, stock audit includes valuation at lower of cost or net realisable value (NRV) per AS-2/Ind AS-2. For bank borrowers, the report feeds directly into drawing power calculation - the working capital the bank sanctions against inventory collateral. An inaccurate stock audit can result in inflated drawing power (fraud risk) or understated drawing power (reduced credit limit).

Key Terms for Stock Audit in Pune:

Drawing Power: Amount a bank will lend against inventory, calculated from audited stock values minus margins and ineligible stock (slow-moving, damaged, expired).

AS-2 / Ind AS-2: Inventory valued at lower of cost or NRV. Cost includes purchase price, duties, conversion costs. FIFO and weighted average permitted; LIFO not allowed.

CARO 2020 Clause 3(ii): Statutory auditor must report whether physical verification was conducted at reasonable intervals and whether material discrepancies were properly dealt with.

Scrap Reconciliation: Verification of scrap generation vs production records vs scrap sales. In auto components, scrap can represent 3-8% of raw material cost.

Stock Statement: Monthly/quarterly summary of inventory values submitted to the lending bank in their prescribed format for credit limit assessment.

APL-05 Stock Audit in Pune
AS-2 / Ind AS-2 Stock Audit

Who Needs Stock Audit in Pune

Bank Borrowers (CC/WC Facilities): Credit exposure above Rs 5 crore triggers mandatory stock audit - Bank of Maharashtra, SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank all enforce this. Report validates pledged inventory. Drawing power computed from audited values. Without timely report, CC account may be frozen.

Auto Component Manufacturers (Chakan, Talegaon, Pimpri-Chinchwad): High-value steel, aluminium, castings, forgings, machined components. Multi-stage WIP with scrap/rejection streams. Physical verification identifies discrepancies between bin cards, ERP, and actual stock.

Pharma and API Companies (MIDC Bhosari, Hadapsar): Batch-tracked inventory with expiry dates, controlled substances, temperature-sensitive storage. Batch integrity, quarantine stock, and FDA/CDSCO inspection readiness.

Food Processors and FMCG (Ranjangaon, Pune Metro): Perishable raw materials, shelf-life tracking, FEFO compliance, storage condition verification, expired/near-expiry markdown identification.

E-Commerce and 3PL Warehouses (Wagholi, Chakan): Thousands of SKUs across multiple clients. Client-wise reconciliation, WMS accuracy, damaged/returned stock identification.

Retail Chains and Distributors: Floor stock, consignment inventory, multi-location reconciliation, inter-branch transfers, slow-moving/dead stock for markdown.

10 Stock Audit Services Included in Pune

ServiceWhat We Do
Physical Verification (On-Site)CA-led teams at Pune plants/warehouses/retail. Multiple simultaneous teams for large facilities. Cutoff analysis ensures no stock movement during count.
ERP Data Extraction and AnalyticsPre-count analysis from Tally, SAP, Oracle, Zoho. Identifies top-value SKUs, frequent adjustments, slow-moving stock, negative balances, pricing anomalies.
Book vs Physical ReconciliationItem-by-item reconciliation. Discrepancies categorised: shortage, excess, damaged/expired. Root cause analysis for each discrepancy.
AS-2 / Ind AS-2 ValuationAll inventory at lower of cost or NRV. FIFO or weighted average. WIP at estimated stage of completion. NRV assessment for slow-moving stock.
Scrap and Rejection ReconciliationScrap generation vs production records vs scrap sales. Unrecorded scrap identification, pricing verification, disposal control assessment.
Drawing Power ComputationCalculation based on audited stock values, bank margins, eligible inventory. Prepared in bank's prescribed format.
Bank Stock StatementMonthly/quarterly statements in lending bank format (Bank of Maharashtra, SBI, HDFC, ICICI) with inventory, creditors, debtors, and drawing power.
Third-Party Stock VerificationGoods in transit, stock at job workers in Pimpri-Chinchwad, consignment agents, external warehouses. Confirmation letters sent.
Slow-Moving/Obsolete Stock IDABC analysis by value and movement. Stock with no movement for 90/180/365+ days. Markdown, liquidation, or write-off recommendations.
Stock Audit Report + CARO CoordinationComprehensive report with verification results, discrepancy analysis, valuation, observations. Coordinated with statutory auditor for CARO 2020.
Our Process

6-Step Stock Audit Process in Pune

Patron conducts physical verification on-site at Chakan, MIDC Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Talegaon, Ranjangaon plants, Wagholi/Chakan warehouses, and retail locations across Pune. Multi-plant simultaneous audits coordinated. Walk-in at RTC Silver, Wagholi for scoping.

Step 1

Plan and Schedule the Stock Audit

Patron coordinates with the Pune company to schedule physical verification. For bank-mandated audits, timing aligns with quarterly/half-yearly reporting. For Chakan and MIDC plants, we schedule during planned downtime or shift change. Cutoff time agreed - all inward/outward movement frozen during count. Preliminary info request: ERP inventory listing, warehouse layout, third-party stock details.

Cutoff agreedSchedule set
Q1Q2Bank Cycle Aligned
Scheduled01
Step 2

Extract ERP Data and Conduct Pre-Count Analytics

Before visiting the site, Patron extracts inventory master and transaction data from the company's ERP (Tally, SAP, Oracle). CA team runs analytics: top 100 SKUs by value (100% count), items with frequent adjustments, slow-moving stock (90/180/365 days), negative balances, pricing anomalies. This focuses the physical count on high-risk items.

High-risk SKUs flaggedAnalytics complete
ERP Data ExtractAnomalies Identified
Data Analyzed02
Step 3

Conduct Physical Verification On-Site

Patron's audit team arrives at the Pune plant/warehouse. For a Chakan auto manufacturer with 2,000+ SKUs: Team A counts raw materials (steel, aluminium). Team B counts WIP at each production stage. Team C counts finished goods. Team D verifies stores, spares, packing. Team E verifies scrap yard. All counts recorded with serial numbers, bin locations, and quantities. Cutoff analysis ensures no goods movement during count.

Multi-team count1-3 days on-site
RMWIPFGScrapSimultaneous Count
Counted03
Step 4

Reconcile Physical Count with Book Records

Patron reconciles physical quantities against ERP/book balances for every item. Discrepancies categorised: shortage (physical < book - pilferage, unrecorded consumption, yield loss), excess (physical > book - unrecorded receipts), damaged/expired (write-down). Each discrepancy investigated for root cause and quantified in rupee terms. Yield variance analysis for manufacturers.

Discrepancies quantifiedRoot cause identified
BookvsPhysicalReconciled
Reconciled04
Step 5

Value Inventory Under AS-2 / Ind AS-2

All inventory valued at lower of cost or NRV. Cost includes purchase price, duties, conversion costs (for WIP/FG). FIFO or weighted average verified for consistency. Slow-moving stock assessed for NRV write-down. Scrap valued at NRV. Valuation documented and reconciled with financial records.

AS-2 compliantNRV assessed
AS-2CostvsNRVLower = Reported
Valued05
Step 6

Issue Stock Audit Report and Bank Statements

Patron issues comprehensive report: inventory summary by category, physical vs book reconciliation with discrepancy analysis, valuation summary, scrap reconciliation, internal control observations, improvement recommendations. For bank borrowers, drawing power computation and stock statement in the lending bank's specific format. Report shared with management, bank, and statutory auditor for CARO 2020 coordination.

Report issuedBank statement ready
Stock Audit ReportDrawing PowerBank StmtCARO Coordinated
Delivered06

Documents and Information Required for Stock Audit

  • Inventory listing from ERP/accounting system (Tally, SAP, Oracle) as at count date - by item, location, quantity, and value
  • Warehouse/plant layout map with bin locations, storage areas, and stock zones
  • Goods Received Notes (GRNs), Material Issue Notes, and dispatch records
  • Purchase orders, supplier invoices, and goods inward register
  • Sales invoices and goods outward register
  • Stock transfer records (inter-branch, inter-godown, to/from job workers)
  • Scrap sale records, rejection reports, and scrap register
  • Quality inspection reports and quarantine stock records
  • Bank sanction letter (for bank-mandated audit) specifying frequency and format
  • Previous stock audit reports and management responses
  • List of stock at third-party locations (job workers, consignment agents, warehouses)
  • Insurance policy details for inventory coverage

Pune-Specific Tip: For auto component manufacturers in Chakan with SAP/Oracle ERP, Patron extracts data directly using standard reports (MB52 for SAP). For Tally users, we use stock summary and movement analysis. For pharma in MIDC Bhosari, batch-wise records with expiry dates and quarantine status are essential. Patron verifies batch traceability end-to-end.

5 Common Stock Audit Challenges in Pune

ChallengeImpactHow Patron Accounting Solves It
Production Not Stopped During CountChakan/Pimpri manufacturers reluctant to halt production. Counting while lines run creates reconciliation chaos.Schedule during downtime, shift changes, or weekends. Strict cutoff procedures when full shutdown not possible.
Scrap Not Properly AccountedMetal scrap (3-8% of raw material cost) sold without documentation. Weigh tickets not verified. Scrap revenue under-recorded.Reconcile scrap generation (from production input-output ratios) with scrap yard and scrap sale records. Identify value leakage.
WIP Valuation InaccurateHardest category to value. Many manufacturers carry WIP at raw material cost only, or include items that should be scrapped.Value WIP at actual stage of completion with appropriate conversion cost allocation per AS-2/Ind AS-2.
Stock at Job Workers Not VerifiedPune manufacturing relies on job workers for heat treatment, plating, machining. Material sent without challan, returns not reconciled.Send confirmation letters to job workers. Physical verification at job worker premises when material values are significant.
Drawing Power Overstated (Aged Stock)Borrowers include slow-moving or obsolete stock in statements, inflating drawing power beyond bank norms.Identify aged stock through movement analysis. Exclude from drawing power per bank norms (90/180 days). Accurate bank statement.

Stock Audit Fees in Pune - 2026 Schedule

Fee ComponentAmount
Small MSME / Retail (single location, <500 SKUs)Rs 14,999 - Rs 29,999 (physical count, reconciliation, valuation, report)
Mid-size Manufacturer (single plant, 500-2,000 SKUs)Rs 29,999 - Rs 59,999 (multi-team count, ERP analytics, AS-2 valuation, scrap reconciliation)
Large Manufacturer (multi-plant, Chakan/MIDC)Rs 59,999 - Rs 1,49,999 (simultaneous count, full valuation, drawing power, bank statement, CARO)
Bank Borrower (quarterly stock audit)Rs 24,999 - Rs 74,999 per quarter (verification, bank-format statement, drawing power)
Warehouse / 3PL / E-CommerceRs 19,999 - Rs 49,999 (SKU-level verification, client-wise reconciliation, WMS matching)
Pharma / API (batch-tracked)Rs 39,999 - Rs 99,999 (batch verification, expiry management, quarantine, AS-2 valuation)

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Professional service charges for drafting, filing, and representation are separate from the statutory fees. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the case, disputed amount, and number of hearings required. Contact us for a detailed quote.

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Stock Audit Timeline in Pune

StageEstimated Timeline
Scoping and Scheduling2-3 days
ERP Data Extraction and Analytics1-2 days
Physical Verification On-Site1-3 days (depends on plant size, SKU count)
Reconciliation and Discrepancy Analysis2-3 days
Valuation and Drawing Power2-3 days
Stock Audit Report Issuance2-3 days
Total (single location, mid-size)10-15 working days from scoping to report

Note: Physical verification completed in 1-3 days on-site. Full report with valuation and bank statement within 10-15 working days. Annual contracts with quarterly frequency priced more competitively. Bank-mandated audits prepared in the lending bank's specific format. Scoping visit is free for all Pune locations.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Patron for Stock Audit in Pune

Pune Office Near Manufacturing Corridor

RTC Silver, Wagholi - 15 minutes from Wagholi logistics parks, 30 minutes from Chakan Industrial Area. On-site verification at Chakan, MIDC Bhosari, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Talegaon, and Ranjangaon plants.

Complete Stock Audit Chain

From ERP data analytics to physical count to AS-2 valuation to drawing power computation to bank stock statement to CARO coordination - all from one CA practice. No separate engagements needed.

Manufacturing Sector Expertise

Auto component raw materials, pharma batch tracking, food processing perishables, e-commerce multi-SKU warehouses. We understand Pune's inventory landscape - scrap reconciliation alone often reveals the highest-value findings.

CA-Grade Report, Not Just Headcount

Unlike generic counting firms, Patron delivers a CA-signed stock audit report with AS-2/Ind AS-2 valuation, root cause analysis, recommendations, and bank-format statements. Every audit produces actionable findings.

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Types of Stock Audit for Pune Businesses

TypeWhen UsedPune Application
Bank-Mandated Stock AuditQuarterly/half-yearly for CC/WC borrowers above Rs 5 CrChakan manufacturers with CC from Bank of Maharashtra/SBI
Year-End Physical VerificationAnnual, before balance sheet dateAll companies for statutory audit / CARO compliance
Surprise Stock AuditUnannounced, management-initiatedDetecting pilferage in warehouses, retail shrinkage
Cycle Count AuditOngoing, rotational counting of SKU segmentsE-commerce warehouses, large retail with 5,000+ SKUs
Insurance Stock AuditPost-event (fire, flood, theft)Manufacturing plants, warehouses for insurance claims

Related Audit and Compliance Services

Stock audit findings feed into statutory audit (CARO 2020), internal audit (process controls), and bank compliance (drawing power). Patron coordinates across all three streams for a consistent compliance posture.

Legal and Compliance Framework for Stock Audit

Governing Standards:

  • AS-2 / Ind AS-2 - Inventory valued at lower of cost or NRV. FIFO or weighted average. LIFO not permitted.
  • CARO 2020 Clause 3(ii) - Statutory auditor must report on physical verification at reasonable intervals and material discrepancies.
  • SA 501 - Audit evidence for inventory: attendance at physical count is a generally accepted procedure.
  • RBI Guidelines - Banks mandate periodic stock audit for borrowers with credit above prescribed thresholds.
  • ICAI Technical Guide on Stock and Receivable Audit - Framework for scope, procedures, format, and reporting.
  • Section 143(3)(b) Companies Act 2013 - Auditor reports on proper books and physical verification at reasonable intervals.

GST Implications: Excess stock may indicate unrecorded purchases (ITC issues). Shortage may indicate unrecorded sales. Job worker transfers require delivery challan and e-way bill.

Key Portal: Reserve Bank of India (rbi.org.in)

FAQs - Stock Audit in Pune

Answers to common questions about stock audit in Pune. Call +91 945 945 6700.

Quick Answers

Stock audit mandatory kab hota hai? Bank se Rs 5 crore se zyada loan liya hai to bank mandatory karega - quarterly ya half-yearly. CARO ke liye bhi physical verification zaroori hai.

Drawing power kya hota hai? Bank CC account mein kitna paisa nikal sakte ho woh drawing power hai. Stock audit ki value se bank margin minus karke calculate hota hai. Slow-moving ya expired stock exclude hota hai.

Stock audit mein kitna time lagta hai? Physical count 1-3 din on-site. Pura report 10-15 working days mein milta hai. Multi-plant ho to simultaneous teams lagaate hain.

Overdue Stock Audit = CC Account Frozen

If your bank has mandated stock audit and the report is overdue, your CC drawing power may be frozen or reduced - immediately impacting working capital. Banks in Pune strictly enforce timelines. An inaccurate stock statement is fraud under banking norms. Undetected inventory discrepancies accumulate quarter after quarter - a 2% shrinkage on Rs 20 crore inventory is Rs 40 lakh annual loss. Scrap leakage can represent 3-8% of raw material cost going unaccounted.

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Stock audit in Pune covers the complete inventory verification and valuation chain - from physical counting at Chakan manufacturing plants and MIDC Bhosari pharma units to warehouse verification in Wagholi and bank compliance for borrowers across the city - ensuring accurate financial reporting under AS-2/Ind AS-2 and collateral validation for lending institutions.

Patron Accounting's Pune office at RTC Silver, Wagholi delivers CA-led stock audit with on-site physical verification, ERP data analytics, scrap reconciliation, drawing power computation, bank stock statement preparation, and CARO 2020 coordination. With 10,000+ businesses served and a CA team experienced in Pune's manufacturing inventory landscape, Patron transforms stock audit from compliance into inventory control improvement.

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Content Created: 13 March 2026  |  Last Updated:  |  Next Review: 13 September 2026  |  Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

This page is reviewed semi-annually (Freshness Tier 2) to reflect RBI stock audit threshold changes, CARO amendments, AS-2/Ind AS-2 updates, and banking compliance format revisions. The next scheduled review is September 2026.

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