Santhappa & Co

Growth is never by mere chance;

it is the result of forces working together

Santhappa & Co. is a distinguished firm of Chartered Accountants, renowned for providing a comprehensive suite of services across various domains. Our expertise spans Taxation, Audit and Assurance, Corporate Law, Regulatory and Management Consultancy, Finance, Risk, and Transaction Advisory. We are committed to delivering exceptional value to our esteemed clientele through tailored solutions that address their unique needs.

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We strive not to be a success but to be of value to our clients and our Values reflect the way we live and work

Since 1953

The firm was established in 1953 under the exemplary leadership of the late Shri S. Santhappa. He was widely recognized in society as a true professional with strong work ethics. A disciplined individual, he was focused, dedicated, and determined to achieve professional excellence in the field of Chartered Accountancy.

Throughout his career, he served as a teacher and mentor to numerous Chartered Accountant professionals, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

Our Legacy

Even after 40 years since his untimely passing, his principles continue to drive and guide the firm. The firm remains steadfast in his vision of achieving professional excellence in the field of Chartered Accountancy.

With three generations of Chartered Accountants within the firm, we are committed to providing solutions and delivering promised outcomes to our clients, with core values at the heart of our operations. Over the years, the firm has achieved numerous accolades, and has consistently been recognized for its contributions to the industry. Our dedication to excellence and client satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a trusted leader in the field.

Our Beliefs and Values
Integrity & Ethics
Growth Mindset

Openness
Confidentiality
Team Spirit

Our Services

The firm possesses extensive experience in Audit and Assurance, Direct and Indirect Taxes, Regulatory and Management Consultancy, Corporate Law, Due Diligence, and Accounting and Payroll Services. We specialize in Taxation, Audit, and Assurance, with two of our Senior Partners bringing over 40 years of expertise in these fields. Our firm offers a comprehensive range of customized services tailored to the needs of Companies, Partnership Firms, Trusts, and Sole Proprietorships, whether established entities or start-ups.

This is one of our most critical functions, where our specialized training, skills, and judgment are paramount. We recognize the volatility of the markets in which companies operate, and to mitigate risk, Santhappa & Co. offers a variety of Audit and Assurance services, including:
• Statutory Audit
• Internal Audit
• Tax Audit
• GST Audit

The importance of due diligence is often overlooked. However, with the increasing complexity of laws, it has become essential. Santhappa & Co. offers a comprehensive range of due diligence services to our clients. We are frequently engaged to conduct investigations to determine the financial position of a business in relation to matters such as new share capital issues, business purchases or sales, financing, reconstructions, and amalgamations. Additionally, our services are sought to undertake investigations aimed at enhancing management or administrative efficiency, identifying reasons for fluctuations in profits, and more.

With the rapidly evolving tax laws, it is imperative for taxpayers to implement strategies that minimize tax liability. Tax laws encompass a broad spectrum, affecting individuals, small businesses such as proprietorship concerns, partnership firms, LLPs, and large corporate entities. The complexities in this field necessitate sound advice from experts in Chartered Accountancy. To assist our clients, Santhappa & Co. offers a wide range of tax services provided by our top professionals. We also advise start-up ventures on their direct and indirect tax structuring issues.

The firm provides Corporate Tax Due Diligence, reviewing the effectiveness of a company's tax position and advising on appropriate steps where gaps exist. We are highly experienced in advising on potential tax liability implications.

We represent before various Direct and Indirect forums including representation before the Appellate Tribunal.

Santhappa & Co., provides a complete package of accounting and payroll services that includes :
• Preparation of annual accounts
• Preparation of periodic management accounts
• Book Keeping
• Customized pay slips
• Establishment and administration of Provident Fund Account.
• Summaries if staff cost
• Incentive and bonus determination

CA S Basavaraj

Senior Partner

The Senior Partner with over 45 years of experience, CA S Basavaraj specializes in Tax Planning, Tax Structuring, Tax Audit, Corporate Taxation, Corporate Audits and basically anything related to Audit & Taxation.

CA A C Raju

Senior Partner

The Senior Partner with over 40 years of experience, Mr Raju specializes in Corporate Taxation, Individual Taxation, International Taxation, Audit & Assurance services.

CA S Sachin

Managing partner

The Managing partner specialized in the fields of Tax Preparation, International Tax, Audit and Assurance, Indirect Taxes and managing multiple assignments in the firm.