Mersen Oceania and Bentleys Victoria, Australia

In Australia, Mersen Oceania has operated for over 65 years, with Financial Controller Slobodan Brzica, who has 25 years of experience, overseeing the financial operations. Mersen, a global leader in electrical power and advanced materials, has been serving high-tech industries for over 130 years.

Mersen Oceania’s new auditor

When Mersen Oceania sought to appoint a new external auditor, they needed a partner who understood their complex business, provided expert auditing services, and offered value for money. The transition to a new auditing partner was critical, as it had to ensure continuity and compliance with the strict reporting deadlines set by Mersen’s global headquarters.

Choosing Bentleys Victoria

Bentleys Victoria was selected as the new auditing partner due to its robust auditing expertise. Bentleys Victoria developed a detailed project plan that focused on conducting a comprehensive audit while adhering to the necessary reporting deadlines, incorporating technology to streamline the audit process and established clear timelines to meet all global reporting requirements efficiently. From the outset, Bentleys Victoria demonstrated a deep understanding of Mersen Oceania’s operations and their approach provided valuable insights and recommendations that were well-received by Mersen’s Board of Directors. Slobodan Brzica commented: “Impressive. The team is dynamic and we are pleased with the recommendations and suggested actions.”

Ongoing support

A key factor in the success of this partnership has been the continuity of Bentleys Victoria’ team, which has allowed for the retention and sharing of critical knowledge. This consistency ensures that even as team members change, the quality of the audit remains consistently high, supported by a strong technical foundation and an intimate knowledge of Mersen Oceania’s business. Bentleys Victoria successfully met the tight global reporting deadlines, completing the audit within two months. Their efficient and effective service delivery continues to support Mersen Oceania’s commitment to innovation and excellence.

Slobodan Brzica concluded: “The transition was impressive and their understanding of our business was evident from the start. They are a team of real professionals and switched on.”

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