
Employee Benefit Plan Audit Services
Focus on serving your employees. Let us handle the audit.
A dedicated Rudler Employee Benefit Plan Audit team providing independent, efficient and compliant 401(k) plan audits for plan sponsors, administrators and fiduciaries.
Purpose: Help plan sponsors meet Department of Labor and ERISA audit requirements while minimizing disruption, reducing risk, and delivering a smooth audit experience backed by specialized employee benefit plan expertise.
Why Rudler 401(k) Audit Services
- Specialized employee benefit plan audit experience focused on 401(k), 403(b), and other qualified retirement plans.
- Deep ERISA, Department of Labor, and IRS compliance knowledge to help navigate complex regulatory requirements.
- Technology-enabled audit process designed to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden on plan sponsors.
- Proactive communication and dedicated project management throughout the engagement.
- An independent CPA firm is required for 401(k) plan audits by both ERISA and DOL.
Support Matched to Your Plan
- Full-scope and ERISA Section 103(a)(3)(C) audit services tailored to your plan structure and reporting requirements.
- Participant testing procedures covering eligibility, contributions, distributions, and participant loans.
- Compliance-focused review of plan operations, internal controls, and required plan provisions.
- Coordination with third-party administrators, custodians, payroll providers, and investment advisors.
- Financial statement audit support and assistance with Form 5500 reporting requirements.
- Practical recommendations to strengthen compliance and improve future audit readiness.
A Streamlined Audit Process
Our proven approach helps plan sponsors navigate audit requirements efficiently and confidently.
1. Planning and Preparation
Timelines, document requests, and service provider coordination.
2. Fieldwork and Testing
Participant testing, compliance procedures, and financial statement review.
3. Audit Completion
Resolution of findings, final review, and issuance of audit reports.
4. Ongoing Guidance
Recommendations for compliance and audit readiness.
Core Service Areas
Independent Employee Benefit Plan Audits
ERISA Compliance Support
Form 5500 Coordination
Financial Statement Audits

Alaina Shaffer, CPA
Assurance Manager
859-341-9811
David Neuhaus, CPA
Shareholder
859-344-2846
