SOC 2 Audit For Small Business Guide 2026
Get your SOC 2 audit for small business ready for 2026. Learn about costs, timelines, Type 1 vs Type 2 reports, auditor selection, and preparation.
HLB Mann Judd is a regional SOC 2 audit firm in Sydney, Australia that charges $25K–$52K for Type II audits with 4–11 month timelines. Founded in 1906, they hold 3 accreditations and specialize in Small Business, Mid-Market, Technology, and 1 more. Their pricing is in the mid-range compared to the regional average of $21.8K–$57.6K.
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Estimated Type 1 and Type 2 ranges, placed against the broader regional peer set. Numbers are directional; final pricing depends on scope, Trust Services Criteria, evidence quality, and observation period.
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Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the 5 closest-priced peers in the regional tier.
| HLB Mann Judd | Linford & Company | Crowe MacKay LLP | Holbrook & Manter | Tanner LLC | Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell (CBM) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $25K–$52K | $18K–$58K | $25K–$50K | $20K–$55K | $20K–$55K | $20K–$55K |
| Type I Cost | $15K–$30K | $13K–$35K | $15K–$30K | $15K–$40K | $15K–$40K | $15K–$40K |
| Timeline | 4–11 mo | 3–8 mo | 4–11 mo | 4–8 mo | 4–8 mo | 4–8 mo |
| Team Size | 80-120+ | 25–35 | 450–500 | 50–300 | 99–300 | 50–300 |
| Certifications | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Founded | 1906 | 2008 | 1969 | 1919 | 1946 | 1921 |
For buyers in Small Business and Mid-Market, HLB Mann Judd fits the regional profile when timeline (4–11 months) and Type II pricing ($25K–$52K) align with what regional firms typically deliver. Their 3 active accreditations, including ASAE 3000, ISO 27001, extend that fit beyond pure SOC 2 into adjacent compliance frameworks.
Small to mid-sized Australian companies
Affordable pricing with quality service
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HLB Mann Judd SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $15K to $30K. Type II audits range from $25K to $52K. This is in the mid-range for regional firms — the regional tier average is $21.813K–$57.563K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
A typical SOC 2 engagement with HLB Mann Judd takes 4 to 11 months from start to report delivery.
HLB Mann Judd has deep expertise in Small Business, Mid-Market, Technology, Professional Services. They are best suited for Small to mid-sized Australian companies
HLB Mann Judd holds 3 accreditations: AICPA, ASAE 3000, ISO 27001.
HLB Mann Judd uses HLB Portal for their audit engagements. Reports are delivered via 4-6 weeks.
HLB Mann Judd is a regional SOC 2 audit firm founded in 1906 with 120 years of experience. Affordable pricing with quality service They are best suited for organizations that need small business, mid-market, technology expertise.
HLB Mann Judd is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. They serve clients across the Australia and can conduct SOC 2 audits remotely.
Compared to the 16 regional firms in our directory, HLB Mann Judd's Type II pricing ($25K–$52K) is in the mid-range (tier average: $21.813K–$57.563K). They hold 3 certifications vs. the tier average of 3. Their minimum timeline of 4 months is comparable to the tier average.
HLB Mann Judd is best suited for Small to mid-sized Australian companies Their key differentiator is: Affordable pricing with quality service
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