Fama Accounting Services, Office 2294, Building 574 Road 31 Block 611 Al Hamriya, Bahrain

Financial Statement Preparation for Bahrain Companies – IFRS-Compliant & Audit-Ready

Running a business in Bahrain means more than managing daily operations—it means meeting legal requirements, staying tax compliant, and being ready for audits. That all starts with well-prepared financial statements. At Fama BH, we specialize in professional financial statement preparation for Bahrain companies—whether you’re a W.L.L., joint-stock company, SME, or startup. We prepare fully IFRS-compliant, audit-ready, and bank-acceptable financials that help you stay compliant, raise capital, and make better decisions.

Our team works closely with your records, systems, and documents to turn your trial balance into polished financial statements that include all the necessary disclosures, notes, and formats required under Bahrain law and international accounting standards. Whether it’s your first financial year or your tenth, we help you prepare statements that speak clearly—to stakeholders, investors, auditors, and regulators.

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Why Financial Statements Matter for Your Business

Legal requirements in Bahrain

Every registered business in Bahrain—whether it’s a W.L.L. (With Limited Liability) or a joint-stock company—is required under the Commercial Companies Law to maintain proper financial records and prepare annual financial statements.

These statements are essential for:

  • Regulatory filings

  • External audits

  • NBR (National Bureau for Revenue) compliance (if VAT registered)

Failing to prepare and maintain financial statements can lead to:

  • Delays in audit certification

  • Rejection of government applications (licenses, visas)

  • Loss of business credibility

We ensure your statements are prepared in full alignment with Bahrain’s legal framework, avoiding penalties and ensuring smooth operations year after year.

 

Foundation for business decisions and planning

Financial statements aren’t just for auditors—they’re for you, the business owner or manager. They show:

  • Where your money is going

  • How profitable your operations are

  • Whether your assets are growing or depleting

  • How much cash you have to pay bills or invest in growth

Without these insights, you’re making decisions in the dark.

We prepare your financials so they’re not just audit-ready—but decision-ready, providing you with the clarity needed to plan your next move confidently.

 

Types of Financial Statements We Prepare

Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position)

This statement shows what your company owns and owes at a specific point in time. It covers:

  • Assets: cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets

  • Liabilities: loans, payables, accrued expenses

  • Equity: share capital, retained earnings

We ensure that your balance sheet accurately reflects your financial position—compliant with IFRS presentation standards and customized per your business model.

 

Income Statement (Profit & Loss)

Your P&L statement shows:

  • Total income

  • Direct costs

  • Operating expenses

  • Net profit or loss for the period

We prepare multi-level income statements that show gross profit, EBITDA, and net profit—perfect for board reports, audits, and strategic planning.

 

Cash Flow Statement

This statement tracks the movement of cash in and out of your business across:

  • Operating activities (sales, purchases)

  • Investing activities (assets bought/sold)

  • Financing activities (loans, dividends)

It helps you answer vital questions like:

  • Can I cover payroll next month?

  • Do I need financing?

  • Where is my cash stuck?

We use the indirect method of cash flow reporting, as per IFRS guidelines, with breakdowns and reconciliations to match your books.

 

Statement of Changes in Equity

This often-overlooked statement shows how your equity changed during the year due to:

  • New capital injections

  • Profits/losses

  • Dividends

  • Adjustments from previous years

We prepare this with full transparency, helping shareholders see their value and changes clearly.

 

IFRS-Compliant Statements for Bahrain Companies

Aligning with Bahrain Commercial Companies Law

Bahrain requires companies to maintain financial statements as per International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Our team prepares all four primary financial statements in strict compliance with:

  • IFRS standards

  • Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Tourism (MOICT) expectations

  • Bahrain Commercial Companies Law

 

We also include:

  • Statement footnotes

  • Currency disclosures

  • Comparative figures

  • Management commentary (optional)

 

Mandatory for external audit and filing

Your financial statements form the core of your external audit. Auditors rely on these to:

  • Perform tests of balances

  • Verify compliance

  • Issue clean audit reports

If your financials are poorly formatted, missing key disclosures, or have errors in classification, it delays the audit and may result in a qualified or adverse opinion.

We ensure your statements are pre-approved for audit submission—formatted correctly, reconciled to the trial balance, and supported by working papers.

 

Custom notes and disclosures as per industry

Every industry has its own financial quirks. We tailor your financial notes to:

  • Highlight unique risks (e.g., revenue recognition in construction)

  • Include lease liabilities and right-of-use assets (IFRS 16)

  • Disclose significant events or contingent liabilities

This customization helps auditors and regulators understand your business in its true context.

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Pricing Plan

Below is an overview of our general pricing packages for our suite of services in Bahrain. Costs vary depending on factors such as the services we offer.

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What Clients Say About Us

Read some reviews and success stories from our loyal customers who achieved their goals and how our expert solutions have made a lasting impact on their growth, compliance, and financial clarity. Your success is our greatest achievement!

    Maria Luise Lackner

    Client

    I am so happy to have chosen this company! Right from the start it was a very easy decision, I knew I am in the right hands. They contacted me with every update they had and always kept me up to date with all the information and steps that we will proceed next.

      Aya Alsalman

      Client

      Highly recommend for anyone looking to establish a company in Bahrain! Waqas Akram and his team made the entire process smooth and stress-free. They were incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and handled every detail with professionalism.

        Meghaa Muraleedharan

        Client

        The team was highly professional, efficient, and knowledgeable. They ensured that all paperwork and procedures were handled smoothly, saving us both time and effort. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking out there.

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          Client

          Abdullah and the team have been great in assisting me with related tasks. In challenging timeframes they've supported me to ensure our company operations can start in Bahrain without any issues. Thank you. I will recommed their services.

            Jennifer Giannosa

            Client

            I was extremely impressed with their services. Their expertise made everything smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend Setup in Bahrain for anyone looking for their business here. Their professionalism and commitment to customer satisfaction are top-notch.

            What Makes Us the Best Choice?

            With years of experience and a highly qualified team, we bring unmatched expertise and in-depth knowledge of Bahrain’s financial landscape to every service we provide.

            Personalized & Tailored Approach

            Years of Experience & Unmatched Expertise

            Comprehensive Solutions Under One Roof

            Accuracy, Reliability, and Client Satisfaction

            Who Needs Financial Statements in Bahrain?

            W.L.L. companies and joint stock companies

            All With Limited Liability (W.L.L.) and Bahraini Joint Stock Companies (B.S.C.) are required by law to prepare annual financial statements. These are not just for internal tracking—they are essential for:

            • Annual General Meetings (AGMs)

            • Regulatory compliance

            • External audits

            • Renewing commercial registrations

            At Fama, we prepare shareholder-ready financial statements with all mandatory disclosures to ensure legal compliance and smooth annual proceedings.

             

            Startups and SMEs  Seeking Funding

            If you’re approaching banks, investors, or accelerators, expect to be asked for your latest financial statements—often for the past two to three years.

            Professionally prepared statements:

            • Boost your credibility

            • Help validate your business model

            • Increase your chances of securing funding

            We work with many Bahrain-based startups to prepare statements that align with VC or angel investor expectations, including IFRS-compliant formatting and KPI insights.

             

            VAT-registered businesses and entities under audit

            If your company is VAT-registered, the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) may audit your business. Financial statements provide supporting data for:

            • Revenue recognition

            • VAT collected and claimed

            • Expense classifications

            We make sure your statements align with your VAT submissions, reducing the risk of NBR disputes or penalties.

            Additionally, certain regulated entities like law firms, schools, and logistics providers may be subject to periodic financial reviews or license renewals that require updated financials.

             

            Benefits of Professionally Prepared Financials

            Clear picture of company health

            Accurate financials give you a real-time snapshot of your company’s performance. You’ll know:

            • Which departments or products are profitable

            • Where expenses are out of control

            • What your cash runway looks like

            We not only prepare your reports but also analyze the data, delivering insights that go beyond the numbers.

             

            Better credibility with banks and investors

            Banks won’t accept “rough numbers” or Excel exports when evaluating loans or credit lines. They want:

            • Professionally prepared, signed-off statements

            • IFRS compliance

            • Supporting working papers and notes

             

            With our financial statement services, you can approach:

            • Commercial banks for business loans

            • Government agencies for grants

            • Private investors for funding rounds

            And do so with complete financial transparency.

             

            Easier tax filing and audit defense

            The Bahrain tax system includes VAT, and businesses must maintain audit-ready documentation. When your financial statements are clean, reconciled, and structured:

            • VAT returns are easy to prepare

            • Audits become painless

            • NBR inspections can be handled confidently

            We align your statements with tax laws and accounting best practices to help you stay ahead of compliance requirements.

             

            Our Financial Statement Preparation Services

            Data compilation and ledger cleanup

            Many companies hand us messy records, Excel-based systems, or outdated ledgers. We don’t just accept them—we transform them.

            Our team will:

            • Review your trial balance

            • Identify misclassifications and errors

            • Recode transactions where needed

            • Reconcile accounts and fix discrepancies

            You’ll start with a clean slate, making the final statements accurate and dependable.

             

            Trial balance to final reports

            Once your books are in order, we:

            • Generate the full trial balance

            • Prepare IFRS-compliant financial statements

            • Add explanatory notes and supporting schedules

            All statements are reviewed internally before being shared—ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance.

            Whether you’re preparing for an audit, license renewal, or investor pitch, your financials will be complete, compliant, and presentation-ready.

             

            Management reports with financial analysis

            Want more than just standard statements? We offer enhanced reports that include:

            • Budget vs actual comparisons

            • Trend and ratio analysis

            • Forecasting tools

            These insights help you turn data into action—especially useful for quarterly board meetings or strategic planning sessions.

             

            Supporting Documentation and Working Papers

            Fixed asset registers

            We prepare or update a fixed asset register, detailing:

            • Purchase dates

            • Depreciation methods

            • Net book value

            • Additions and disposals

             

            This is critical for accurate balance sheets and audit confirmations.

             

            Schedules for receivables, payables, and accruals

            We provide full breakdowns of:

            • Outstanding customer balances (AR)

            • Due vendor payments (AP)

            • Accrued expenses and income

            These schedules support your financial statements and are often requested by auditors and financial institutions.


            Inventory valuation summaries

            If your business holds stock, we prepare:

            • FIFO/LIFO/Weighted Average valuations

            • Obsolescence reports

            • Inventory aging schedules

            We align with Bahrain’s inventory valuation standards and ensure transparency in your current assets.

            Pre-Audit Financial Statement Assistance

             

            Preparing for year-end audits

            Our financial statement services are designed to make your external audit stress-free. We:

            • Coordinate with your audit firm

            • Provide pre-audit adjustments

            • Reconcile ledgers and sub-ledgers

            You’ll walk into your audit with confidence—and walk out with a clean report.

             

            Liaising with auditors on your behalf

            We serve as your point of contact for audit queries, document requests, and follow-ups. This means less disruption to your team and faster resolution of any issues raised during the audit process.

            Auditors love working with us because:

            • Our statements are consistent and well-formatted

            • Supporting schedules are complete and organized

            • We speak their language (IFRS, trial balances, working papers)

             

            Minimizing back-and-forth and delays

            With properly prepared financials, you can reduce:

            • Audit delays

            • Miscommunication

            • Rejection of reports

            Our streamlined preparation minimizes auditor queries, ensuring faster sign-offs and lower audit costs.

             

            Financial Statement Preparation for Various Sectors

             

            Retail, hospitality, logistics, construction, tech

            Each industry has its own accounting standards, cost structures, and regulatory disclosures. At Fama, we tailor your financial statements to reflect the unique elements of your business.

            Here’s how we adapt to different sectors:

            • Retail: Inventory-heavy reporting, daily cash tracking, multi-location analysis

            • Hospitality: Room revenue vs F&B segregation, deferred revenue for bookings

            • Logistics: Fuel cost allocations, vehicle depreciation, delivery revenue models

            • Construction: Percentage-of-completion revenue, project-based accounting, work-in-progress tracking

            • Tech/Startups: R&D capitalization, investor-ready formats, deferred revenue from subscriptions

            This ensures your statements are not only compliant but also relevant to your business model and decision-making needs.

             

            Customized formats per industry

            We format your statements for specific users:

            • Internal management

            • Board presentations

            • External auditors

            • Banks or financial institutions

            Our templates are aligned with international and local expectations, helping you make the right impression and communicate financial performance with clarity.

             

            Supporting sector-specific disclosures

            Some sectors require additional disclosures, such as:

            • Related party transactions

            • Government subsidies

            • Grants and donations

            • Currency risk and exchange rate impacts

            We identify and include these disclosures to ensure transparency and reduce audit risk.

             

            Cloud-Based Accounting for Real-Time Financial Reporting

            Zoho, QuickBooks, Xero, Tally integrations

            We work with Bahrain’s most popular accounting platforms, ensuring seamless transition from bookkeeping to statement preparation. Whether you use:

            • Zoho Books – ideal for VAT tracking and local compliance

            • QuickBooks Online – flexible, startup-friendly

            • Xero – great for global reporting and dashboards

            • Tally ERP – widely used in trading and manufacturing

            Our team can clean, verify, and convert your ledger data into complete IFRS-compliant financial statements, regardless of the system.

             

            Instant generation of financial summaries

            Need a quick financial snapshot? Our systems allow us to:

            • Pull real-time income statements

            • Generate updated balance sheets

            • Prepare draft reports instantly during audit or investor calls

            It’s speed with precision, and it makes financial management much more responsive.

             

            Digital delivery and remote access

            Your completed financial statements are delivered securely through:

            • Encrypted email links

            • Cloud-based dashboards

            • Shared folders with version control

            You can access, review, and forward them from anywhere—without printing or scheduling in-person meetings.

             

            Why Choose Fama for Financial Statement Services

            Local compliance expertise

            We’ve worked with over 100 Bahrain-based businesses across industries. We know the requirements of:

            • MOICT (Ministry of Industry, Commerce & Tourism)

            • NBR (National Bureau for Revenue)

            • LMRA and other regulatory bodies

            Our statements are tailored to local standards with global structure—ensuring your business is audit-ready, VAT-compliant, and funding-friendly.

             

            Bilingual team (English/Arabic)

            We prepare statements in English, Arabic, or both—depending on your stakeholders. This bilingual expertise helps when dealing with:

            • Government agencies

            • Local investors and boards

            • Cross-border transactions with Arabic-speaking partners

             

            Trusted by 100+ Bahrain businesses

            From small startups to group holding companies, clients choose Fama for:

            • Speed and accuracy

            • Confidentiality and discretion

            • Clear communication and proactive support

            We don’t just crunch numbers—we help you understand them and use them strategically.

             

            Our Preparation Process – Fast, Accurate, Stress-Free

            Step 1: Review of books and supporting data

            We begin by:

            • Reviewing your trial balance

            • Checking for gaps or errors

            • Gathering supporting documents

            We provide a custom checklist to make this step quick and easy for your team.

             

            Step 2: Compilation and working paper setup

            We organize:

            • Schedules for assets, liabilities, income, and expenses

            • Reconciliations for all accounts

            • Adjustments for accruals, provisions, and tax items

            This forms the foundation of your financial statements and simplifies auditor engagement.

             

            Step 3: Final statement preparation + review

            Finally, we:

            • Prepare complete IFRS-compliant financial statements

            • Add footnotes, disclosures, and comparisons

            • Share with your team for review and feedback

            • Make edits and finalize

            We also brief your leadership on key highlights, ensuring they’re ready for any audit, board meeting, or investor pitch.

             

            Pricing for Financial Statement Preparation

            Flat fee or monthly package

            You can choose between:

            • A one-time flat fee for annual statement prep

            • A monthly subscription that includes bookkeeping, reporting, and annual financials

            We recommend monthly plans for businesses that want ongoing support and real-time financial visibility.

             

            Based on business size and complexity

            Pricing depends on:

            • Annual revenue

            • Number of transactions

            • Number of bank accounts

            • Industry complexity (e.g., project accounting, group consolidation)

            Most of our financial statement services start at:

            • BHD 150–250 for startups and small businesses

            • BHD 300–500 for mid-sized firms

            • Custom pricing for multi-entity groups and audit-prep cases

             

            Custom quotes for large entities or overdue accounts

            If you’ve fallen behind and need multiple years of financials cleaned up, we’ve got you covered. We provide bulk discounts and custom quotes for:

            • Multi-year statement preparation

            • Full ledger cleanup and migration

            • Group or subsidiary-level financials

             

            Book a Free Financials Review Consultation

            Not sure if your financials are compliant or investor-ready? Let’s find out.

            Schedule your free consultation, and we’ll:

            • Review your current books and systems

            • Highlight risks, errors, or gaps

            • Recommend a plan to clean up and prepare full financials

            This is 100% confidential and no obligation.

             

            Conclusion

            Your financial statements are more than just reports—they’re your business story in numbers. With Fama Accounting, you get clear, compliant, and customized financial statements that help you succeed in Bahrain’s competitive and regulated environment.

            Whether you’re preparing for an audit, pitching investors, or just trying to understand your financial performance—we’ve got your back. Fast, accurate, and stress-free.


            FAQs

            1. Do I need financial statements if I already do VAT filings?

            Yes. VAT filings are summary-based, but financial statements provide a full picture of your business. They are also required for audits, investor reviews, and license renewals.

             

            2. Can you work with my existing accountant or bookkeeper?

            Absolutely. We collaborate with in-house or external accountants to ensure accurate and efficient statement preparation.

             

            3. What if my books are incomplete or outdated?

            No problem. We specialize in catching up old records, cleaning ledgers, and preparing financials from partial data.

             

            4. How long does financial statement preparation take?

            It usually takes 3–7 business days, depending on the volume and quality of your records. Complex businesses may require up to 2 weeks.

             

            5. Will the statements be accepted by auditors or banks?

            Yes. We follow IFRS and Bahrain Commercial Law standards. Our clients use our statements successfully for audits, bank loans, and funding rounds.

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