Balanced numbers.
Honest advice.
Lasting partnerships.

Aequora Auditing is an auditing, accounting and advisory firm in the UAE. We help businesses protect their financial integrity, meet every compliance obligation and make decisions with confidence.

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aequus (Latin)
fair · even · balanced
Who we are

Founded on one idea: balance.

Our name comes from the Latin aequus — fair, even, balanced. It describes the books we keep, the opinions we give and the relationships we build.

“Driven by accuracy. Committed to transparency.”
The standard behind every engagement
WHY WE EXIST

Business owners in the UAE juggle audits, VAT, corporate tax, free-zone renewals and day-to-day accounting — often across several providers. Aequora Auditing was created to bring all of that under one trusted roof, with one team that understands the whole picture.

WHAT WE DO

We are a multi-disciplinary firm offering auditing and assurance, accounting and bookkeeping, VAT and corporate tax, internal audit, CFO services, due diligence, ICV certification, software and ERP solutions, and business setup support — delivered efficiently and cost-effectively.

HOW WE DO IT

We follow high standards of professional ethics and quality. Every engagement has a clear scope, a dedicated contact and senior review — and we explain our findings in plain language so you can act on them.

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The Aequora promise

Four commitments you can hold us to — clarity.one contact.precision.on time.clarity.

Not a mission statement on a wall — practical standards built into every engagement, from your first call to every filing after.

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Clarity

No jargon, no surprises.

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IN PRACTICE

Every report and filing comes with a plain-language summary of what it means for your business and what to do next.

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One dedicated contact

Someone who knows your file.

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You work with one named person who understands your business, so you never have to explain things twice.

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Precision

Checked twice, delivered once.

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Every deliverable is prepared, then reviewed by a senior team member before it reaches you.

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Ahead of deadlines

We remind you, not the regulator.

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IN PRACTICE

We track your VAT, corporate tax and licence dates and contact you well before they fall due.

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Our values

The principles behind every number we sign.

Six commitments that guide how we work with clients, regulators and each other.

Integrity

We do what is right, not what is convenient — and we say so clearly, even when the news is difficult.

Accuracy

Every reconciliation, return and report is checked, documented and reviewed before it leaves our hands.

Transparency

Clear scopes, clear timelines and findings explained in plain language — no hidden surprises.

Independence

Objective, unbiased judgement that gives owners, banks and authorities real confidence in your figures.

Partnership

We invest in long-term relationships and measure our success by the progress of the businesses we serve.

Continuous learning

Tax and reporting rules keep changing. Our team keeps learning so your business stays ahead of them.

Who we serve

Support that scales from seed to exit.

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Business setup & licensing

Choose the right jurisdiction and get licensed, banked and registered.

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Books from day one

The right software and a clean chart of accounts from the start.

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Tax registrations

Corporate tax and VAT registrations handled correctly and on time.

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Investor-ready numbers

Simple reporting and forecasts you can share with investors.

Our approach

Process-driven, not person-dependent.

We build structured, documented processes around your finances, so quality stays consistent and your records never depend on one individual.

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DocumentationComplete
Senior reviewComplete
Client walkthroughScheduled
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Understand

We start by learning your business model, structure, systems and deadlines — so our work fits the way you operate.

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Plan

A written scope, timeline and document checklist, with one dedicated point of contact for the engagement.

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Verify

Careful, risk-focused testing and reconciliation, with questions raised early rather than at the deadline.

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Advise

Clear deliverables plus practical recommendations — tighter controls, better reporting and lower compliance risk.

Our people

Meet the team.

The people behind your numbers — combining audit, accounting and advisory experience to keep your business accurate and compliant.

Portrait of Abizer AshiqueManaging Partner
Founder

Abizer Ashique

Founder & Managing Partner

Abizer founded Aequora Auditing with a simple belief: every business deserves numbers it can trust and advice it can act on. As Managing Partner, he sets the firm’s direction, standards and culture — and stays personally involved with clients, from the first conversation to the final report.

He oversees the quality of every engagement across audit, accounting, VAT, corporate tax and advisory, making sure each one is delivered accurately, on time and in plain language. His focus is on building long-term relationships, investing in the right technology and developing a team that brings both technical depth and genuine care to every client.

Firm leadership & strategyEngagement qualityClient relationshipsAudit, tax & advisory oversight
Chartered Accountants
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CA Rishabh Shah

Chartered Accountant · Senior Advisor

A Chartered Accountant with over nine years across audits, ERP migrations, corporate finance and risk management — bringing a practical, business-first view to every engagement.

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CA Sakina Stationwala

Chartered Accountant · Audit Manager

A Chartered Accountant who leads audit engagements with a focus on accuracy, compliance and clear findings that help clients make confident decisions.

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CA Rukaiya

Chartered Accountant · Accounts Manager

A Chartered Accountant managing client accounts, financial statements and tax compliance — turning complex numbers into clear, usable insight.

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CA Jai

Chartered Accountant · Senior Accountant

A Chartered Accountant handling financial reporting, VAT and corporate tax computations, and the reviews that keep every ledger audit-ready.

Managers & Senior Accountants
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Muzafar

Accounts Manager

Oversees day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations and reporting so clients always have accurate, up-to-date accounts.

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Ali Taher

Accounts Manager

Manages client accounting portfolios end to end — monthly closes, VAT returns and management reports — with a sharp eye for detail and deadlines.

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Vivek

Senior Accountant

Keeps client books accurate and current — recording transactions, reconciling bank accounts and preparing VAT-ready records.

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Burhanuddin Arif

Tech Lead & Senior Accountant

Bridges finance and technology — leading our accounting software, ERP and e-invoicing set-ups while staying hands-on with client books.

Business Development, Accounts & Administration
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Rupali

Business Development Manager & Marketing Head

Leads client acquisition, partnerships and the Aequora brand — helping businesses find the right services and making sure every new client gets off to a smooth start.

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Rizwan

Accountant

Supports clients with bookkeeping, reconciliations and month-end reporting, making sure nothing slips through the cracks.

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Amar Thombare

Accountant

Handles day-to-day bookkeeping, invoice and expense entries and bank reconciliations, keeping client records organised and ready for VAT and year-end.

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Andriya Lijo

Admin

Keeps the office running smoothly — coordinating schedules, documents and client communication so the team can focus on your numbers.

Let’s work together

Ready for clearer, more confident finances?

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