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Get simple and expert guidance on cost audit, cost record compliance, GST audit, cost control, and pricing strategy from a qualified Cost and Management Accountant. Book a 30-minute video consultation, receive a written summary after the session, and get a clear action plan for your business.
When You Need to Talk to a CMA
Cost and Management Accountants occupy a space that neither a Chartered Accountant nor a Company Secretary fills. Where a CA focuses on tax and statutory audit, and a CS handles corporate compliance, a CMA brings cost structure, pricing, profitability, and operational efficiency into focus. For manufacturers, regulated-sector companies, and growth-stage businesses, this is often the most undervalued conversation in finance.
- 1The company has crossed the cost audit threshold under Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, and a Cost Auditor needs to be appointed under Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013
- 2Cost records are being maintained inconsistently across product lines, and the next cost audit is approaching.
- 3Product prices are being decided based on intuition instead of proper cost data, which is reducing profit margins.
- 4GST Annual Return (GSTR-9C) reconciliation is due, and the turnover exceeds the certification threshold.
- 5A government tender or PSU contract requires submission of CMA-certified cost data.
- 6Transfer pricing, or inter-unit pricing, within a group requires a structured cost-based justification.
- 7A manufacturing unit is losing margin, and the underlying cost drivers are unclear.
- 8Make-or-buy, outsource-or-in-house, expand-or-shrink decisions need a cost-based recommendation.
- 9Inventory valuation methods need review for compliance with Ind AS 2 issued under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 or AS 2 issued under Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2021.
- 10Budget variance analysis, departmental performance reports, or activity-based costing systems need to be designed.
- 11A capital investment decision needs IRR, NPV, and payback analysis grounded in operating cost data.
- 12Working capital cycles are stretched, and a cost-flow review is required.
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What a “Talk to CMA” Consultation Includes
Each consultation is a structured 30-minute video or audio call with a Cost and Management Accountant, a qualified member of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) holding an active Certificate. Before the call, you share the relevant documents (cost records, financial statements, product-wise margin sheets, GST returns, tender requirements, or whatever applies) through a secure upload link. The CMA reviews the documents in advance, so the call goes directly into your specific situation.
You receive:
One-to-One Consultation
A 30-minute one-to-one video or audio consultation with a qualified CMA
Document Review
Pre-call document review (up to 5 documents through a secure upload link)
A written follow-up summary
A written follow-up summary within 24 hours, listing the issues identified, action items, applicable sections, and any further documents required
One round of follow-up questions
One round of follow-up questions by email within 7 days of the call
Confidentiality
Confidentiality under the Cost and Works Accountants Act, 1959 and the ICMAI Code of Professional Ethics
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Areas Our CMAs Cover
| Area | What we help with |
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| Cost Audit and Cost Records | Cost audit applicability under Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules 2014. CRA-1 (cost records), CRA-2 (auditor appointment), CRA-3 (audit report), CRA-4 filing with ROC |
| GST Audit and Reconciliation | GSTR-9C reconciliation statement certification, GST audit preparation, input tax credit reconciliation, e-invoicing readiness, anti-profiteering reviews |
| Cost Accounting Systems | Standard costing, activity-based costing (ABC), marginal costing, target costing system design and implementation, cost centre and profit centre structuring |
| Product and Service Pricing | Cost-based pricing, market-skimming and penetration pricing reviews, contribution analysis, break-even analysis, price elasticity studies |
| Inventory and Working Capital | Inventory valuation under Ind AS 2 / AS 2, EOQ analysis, working capital cycle optimisation, vendor and customer credit-period analysis |
| Budgeting and Variance Analysis | Annual budget preparation, departmental and product-line budgets, variance analysis (material, labour, overhead), flexible budgeting frameworks |
| Capital Budgeting | IRR, NPV, payback period analysis, sensitivity analysis, capital expenditure justification for board approval, post-implementation review |
| Internal Audit | Internal audit system design, control framework testing, operational audit, compliance audit, risk-based internal audit planning |
| Government and PSU Tenders | CMA-certified cost data preparation, life-cycle costing for bids, tender pricing strategy, post-award cost reporting |
| Transfer Pricing (Domestic and International) | Inter-unit transfer pricing, cost-plus method documentation, contribution to TP study under Income Tax Act, 1961 |
| Cost Optimisation and Profitability | Product-line profitability review, customer profitability analysis, overhead allocation review, plant-level efficiency studies |
| Special Audits and Certifications | Anti-dumping cost certificates, banking working capital certifications, project cost certifications, subsidy claim certifications |
Why Talk to a CMA Through Professional Utilities
Qualified CMAs Only
Every consultant on our panel is an ICMAI member with an active Certificate. Membership numbers are verifiable on the ICMAI member portal.
Industry-Specific Match
Cost work is industry-driven; pharma cost structure differs from textiles, which differs from IT services. We match you with a CMA whose focus covers your sector.
Hands On Experience, Not Theory
Our CMAs have 5 to 25 years experience across cost audit, GST audit, and management consultancy, professionals who have actually conducted the audits and designed the costing systems.
Documented Follow-Up
Every consultation produces a written summary within 24 hours covering issues, applicable rules, and a clear action plan.
Confidentiality and Professional Standards
Every CMA is bound by the Cost and Works Accountants Act, 1959 and the ICMAI Code of Professional Ethics.
No Push-Selling
The consultation is a paid call, not a sales hook. If your matter is resolved in 30 minutes, you walk away without obligation.
How the CMA Consultation Works
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Book Your Slot
Choose a 30-minute slot Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM. Extended evening and weekend slots are available for working CFOs and plant managers.
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Share Your Question and Documents
A short form captures the nature of your matter (Cost Audit, GST Audit, Pricing, Budgeting, etc.) along with specific facts. You can upload up to 5 documents through a secure link.
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CMA Reviews Your Case Before the Call
The assigned CMA reviews your documents and the question summary before joining the call. This is what allows the consultation to be productive within 30 minutes.
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The Consultation
A 30-minute video or audio call where the CMA walks through your situation, references the applicable rules and sections, and recommends a clear path forward. Calls are conducted on Google Meet, Zoom, or your preferred platform.
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Written Summary Within 24 Hours
A documented summary of issues, action items, and references is sent to your email within one working day.
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Follow-Up Window
You can email follow-up questions within 7 days of the consultation at no additional charge.
Consultation Pricing
| Consultation Type | Duration | Fee (INR) |
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| Standard CMA Consultation | 30 minutes + written summary | ₹1,499 |
| Extended CMA Consultation | 60 minutes + detailed advisory note | ₹2,499 |
| Cost Audit Applicability Review | 45 minutes + applicability opinion letter | ₹1,999 |
| GST Audit / GSTR-9C Consultation | 60 minutes with GST-specialist CMA | ₹2,999 |
| Pricing and Profitability Review | 60 minutes + product-line analysis | ₹3,499 |
| Tender Costing and Bid-Support Consultation | 60 minutes + indicative cost framework | ₹3,999 |
All prices are inclusive of GST. Payment is processed before the consultation through Razorpay, UPI, net banking, or card.
Who Talks to Our CAs Most
- Manufacturers Approaching the Cost Audit Threshold Companies in regulated sectors (electricity, telecom, sugar, fertilisers, drugs, petroleum, etc.) crossing ₹50 crore overall turnover or ₹25 crore product-wise turnover, and non-regulated sector companies crossing ₹100 crore overall turnover or ₹35 crore product-wise turnover, are subject to mandatory cost audit under Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules 2014.
- CFOs Preparing for Cost Audit Companies already under cost audit who need help with CRA-1 cost records compliance, internal cost system review before the auditor arrives, or strengthening their cost data infrastructure across product lines and plants.
- Founders of D2C Brands and FMCG Companies are struggling with product-line profitability, customer acquisition cost analysis, channel-wise margin reviews, and pricing decisions in competitive categories.
- Pharma, Engineering, and Textile Manufacturers managing overhead absorption, multi-plant cost allocation, by-product valuation, joint cost apportionment, and yield variance analysis.
- Government Tender Bidders preparing CMA-certified cost data for PSU contracts, defence procurement, railway tenders, or state government EPC bids where cost certification is a mandatory submission.
- Companies Eligible for GSTR-9C Certification Businesses with aggregate turnover crossing the GSTR-9C threshold who need a CMA to certify the reconciliation statement between audited financial statements and GST returns.
- Group CFOs Managing Inter-Unit Transfer Pricing between manufacturing units, contract manufacturers, and trading subsidiaries, requiring cost-plus documentation and benchmarking studies.
- Service Sector Companies (IT services, BPOs, consulting firms, hospitals) are building activity-based costing systems to allocate overheads across delivery teams, departments, or service lines.
Book Your CMA Consultation
If you’ve been putting off a cost audit question, a pricing decision, a GSTR-9C deadline, or a costing system review, the cost of waiting is usually higher than the cost of asking. A 30-minute conversation with the right Cost and Management Accountant can resolve months of operational uncertainty and prevent significant penalties under Section 148. Book a CMA Consultation for specific compliance services beyond the consultation cost audit engagement, GSTR-9C certification, costing system implementation, internal audit, tender cost certification, explore our full service catalogue or speak with the CMA on your call about.
FAQs on Talk To CMA
Is the CMA on the call actually a qualified Cost and Management
Accountant?
Yes, every CMA on our panel is an ICMAI member with an active Certificate off. Membership numbers are verifiable on the ICMAI member portal.
What is the difference between a CA, CS, and CMA?
A CA handles taxation and statutory audit. A CS handles corporate compliance, ROC matters, and SEBI work. A CMA handles cost audit, cost records, GSTR-9C certification, pricing, budgeting, and operational performance.
Is my company subject to a mandatory cost audit?
Cost audit under Section 148 applies to specified regulated sectors crossing ₹50 crore overall or ₹25 crore product-wise turnover, and non-regulated sectors crossing ₹100 crore overall or ₹35 crore product-wise turnover. We can confirm applicability during the consultation.
What are the penalties for non-compliance with cost audit
requirements?
Under Section 148, the company can be fined ₹25,000 to ₹5,00,000, and every officer in default can be fined ₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000. Non-compliance also affects tender eligibility.
Can a CMA certify GST returns?
Yes, CMAs are authorised under the CGST Act 2017 to certify the GSTR-9C reconciliation statement. CAs share this authority if either professional's certification is accepted.
What documents should I keep ready?
For cost audit, the last two years of audited financials, the current product mix, and previous cost audit reports. For pricing, current cost sheets and sales data. For GST, GSTR-1, GSTR-3B summaries, and audited accounts.
Is the consultation confidential?
Yes, every CMA is bound by professional secrecy under the Cost and Works Accountants Act, 1959. Documents are stored on encrypted servers and accessed only by the assigned CMA.
Are consultations available in regional languages?
English and Hindi are standard. Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayalam, and Punjabi are available based on CMA matching.
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