How to Become an SMSF Auditor?


 Self-managed superfunds (SMSFs) is becoming more popular in Australia. A lot of people - both old and young possess their own SMSFs to manage their own retirement plans.

While SMSF deserves full control, however, it is a mistake to assume that it's simple to do. It is crucial to remember that you need to be aware of regulations and requirements for compliance established in place by Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as well as The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).

In the current bill that is being which is being pushed by the government and calls for a three-year audit of certain SMSFs, more experienced and experienced SMSF auditors are required to review these super funds and make sure that the funds are in compliance according to ATO and ASIC rules.

What is it that you need to become an SMSF auditor? Are you able to conduct an audit of your SMSF? Are you able to let your friend inspect your SMSF? Here are the steps you must do in order to become a registered SMSF auditor.

The Initial Requirements for SMSF Auditor Registrations

To be an SMSF auditor you need to meet the following criteria:

  • Are you an Australian resident?
  • Have practical and relevant knowledge and experience.
  • Passed a competency exam
  • Be sure to meet certain requirements in the field of education, for example

Competency Exam

This test for self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF)auditors has been set in the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 (SIS Act) to permit the registration of an approved SMSF auditors.

We've created the test questions with the help from The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and representatives of the following professional associations:

  • Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (formerly Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia)
  • CPA Australia, and
  • Institute of Public Accountants

Educational Requirements

You must possess the necessary qualifications, like an academic degree, diploma or certificate issued by a recognized institution or university that demonstrates an academic program in accounting that is not less than three years. You must also have:

  • that the degree, diploma or certificate must contain the study of auditing or

If the diploma, degree or certificate is not accompanied by an auditing course it is required that you be a part of the SMSF specialist auditor course offered in conjunction with the Self-Managed Super Fund Association (formerly the SMSF Professionals Association of Australia).

Evidence You Must Provide

You will need to provide proof of your education and a copy your academic transcript or other record for your application.

ASIC Portal Registration

ASIC has released ASIC has released Regulatory Guide 243 which describes how to apply to be registered with the SMSF as an approved SMSF auditor.

To sign up, you must to go to:

  • Secure your criminal background and bankruptcy checks over the last 10 years from all countries in which you have lived in.
  • Submit an application through ASIC's Regulatory Portal
  • Include all the supporting documents when you go your online application
  • The application fees must be paid.

Steps to Register on the ASIC Regulatory Portal

1.   Go to the ASIC Regulatory Portal

1.   Create your portal account

  • Before you register before you can register, select your preferred title from the drop-down menu.
  • Choose your registration type.
  • Input your Registration Number.

1.   Fill out your details

To verify your account, fill in the following details:

  • Your name is
  • Birth date
  • Email address, as well as
  • Mobile number

1.   Verify your details

  • ASIC will send you an email to verify your account. ASIC sent you an email that validates your account. It will then ask you to change your password.
  • After completing the process, you will be taken on the page to login. Log in to your account and then accessing the portal.

To apply to be an SMSF Auditor registration

After you've registered your account with through the ASIC Portal, you must to follow these steps in order to proceed and sign up as the SMSF auditor:

  1. Choose 'Transactions' from top menu bar, then select 'All Transactions Index from the drop-down list. You will be taken to a webpage that lists the available transactions.
  2. Click on 'Apply for SMSF Auditor registration'. It will lead you to a page to fill out the application. The landing page provides all required information regarding the fees, legislation applicable as well as privacy and security.
  3. Click the button "Launch transaction" at the end of the landing page to launch your application.

The Obligations of Approved SMSF Auditors

To qualify as an SMSF auditor is to be competent to fulfill the regular obligations of SMSF auditors. These include:

  • the compliance with any of the conditions imposed on you during registration
  • Conforming to CPD units
  • in compliance with those standards. ASIC Competency Standards and AUASB Standards
  • having professional indemnity insurance
  • making an annual statement to ASIC
  • Notifying ASIC of specific matters

Can You Conduct SMSF Audits?

To allow the SMSF auditor who conducts SMSF audits, he/she has to adhere to these guidelines:

  • Be certified to The Australian Securities and Investments Commission
  • Have an active SMSF auditor's ID (SAN)
  • fulfill ongoing obligations as stipulated in the Superannuation Industries (Supervision) Act of 1993 (SISA) as well as the Superannuation Industries (Supervision) Regulations for 1994 (SISR) and
  • adhere to the ongoing ASIC registration requirements, including:
    • Keep your auditor's information up-to-date
    • filing your annual financial statement.

Once you have satisfied all the initial conditions, ASIC must be satisfied that you're qualified for the job and not subject to any suspension, and competent to perform your job and fulfilling your obligations.

For transparency, in the SIS Act, ASIC has an entire list of its approved SMSF auditors and also prohibited or disqualified SMSF auditors.

Auditax accountants: Registered SMSF Auditors

Auditax Accountants is a leading company auditing firm and SMSF auditing services in Perth, with a 25years experienced team of accredited and certified auditors.

Wherever you are located in Australia, Auditax Accountants can help you through the process of preparing your audit with our knowledgeable team. Contact us now!


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