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I’m 23. From Wuyuan, Jiangxi. Studied Marketing in Guizhou Normal University. Now I sell educational toys in Chile—mostly wooden puzzles and STEM kits for kids. My biggest headache? Not sales. Not inventory. It’s the audit report.

I thought getting one in Chillán would be like back home: fill a form, pay a fee, get a stamp. Nope.

I walked into the local Servicio de Impuestos Internos (Internal Revenue Service) office last month with my company’s Libro de Actas and Estado de Resultados. I had a translation from a friend who studied Spanish in Quito. I thought that was enough.

It wasn’t.

The clerk handed me a 12-page checklist. Half the items were in legalese. One section said: “Certificación de la auditoría por profesional colegiado inscrito en la Superintendencia de Sociedades.” I didn’t even know what that meant.

I Googled it. Turns out it’s “Certification of audit by a licensed professional registered with the Superintendency of Companies.” But who? Where? How do I find one?

That’s when the real cost hit me—not money, but time.

I spent three days calling firms. One said they only work with companies over 50 employees. Another asked for a certificado de antecedentes penales from China. I didn’t even have that yet. A third told me they’d need a nota de compromiso signed by my Chinese parent company—which I didn’t even have a legal entity for.

I sat on a bench outside the city hall one afternoon, staring at my phone. I thought: Why am I doing this? I just want to sell puzzles. Why does every step feel like climbing a wall blindfolded?

That’s when I realized: the biggest barrier isn’t the law. It’s the information asymmetry.

I didn’t know what I didn’t know.

In China, I could ask a friend, or just call the local market supervision bureau and get a clear answer. Here? No one answers your call unless you’re already in their system. And if you’re not, you’re invisible.

I finally found a small firm in Chillán through a Facebook group for Chinese entrepreneurs in Chile. One guy, Juan, had been through the same thing two years ago. He didn’t charge me. He just said: “Send me your documents. I’ll tell you what’s missing. Don’t pay anyone until you see the checklist in writing.”

He sent me a PDF with 17 bullet points. One said: “The auditor must be registered with the Superintendency of Companies (Superintendencia de Sociedades), not just any accountant.” Another: “The report must include a statement on compliance with Chilean GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).”

I didn’t know GAAP existed here. I thought accounting was accounting.

I hired a guy named Carlos through Juan’s referral. He’s 62. Speaks zero English. Wears a tie even on Saturdays. He didn’t promise me anything. He just said: “I’ll do it. It’ll take 15 business days. If something changes, I’ll call you.”

It took 18 days.

The audit report came. Clean. Signed. Stamped.

I didn’t celebrate. I just sent a screenshot to JingJing on WeChat and said: “Still alive.”

I didn’t know if Carlos was the “best.” But he was honest. He didn’t sell me a package. He didn’t say he could “guarantee approval.” He just showed up.

That’s what I needed.

📌 What I Learned (And What You Might Too)

Here’s what I’ve pieced together—not as advice, but as a map of the mess:

  1. The audit report requirement isn’t universal.
    Some small businesses in Chillán can file a Declaración de Ingresos instead if revenue is below a threshold (which I still don’t know exactly). But if you’re registered as a Sociedad Anónima Simplificada (SAS)—like me—you’re likely required to submit an audit.
    → Check with your local Servicio de Impuestos Internos office. Ask for the “Requisitos de Informes de Auditoría para SAS.”

  2. Not all accountants are auditors.
    A contador ≠ auditor certificado. The latter must be registered with the Superintendencia de Sociedades. You can search the registry here:
    Superintendencia de Sociedades - Registro de Auditores
    → Verify their registration number before signing anything.

  3. Language isn’t the only barrier—process is.
    Many local professionals don’t have websites. They work through referrals.
    → Join Facebook groups like “Empresarios Chinos en Chile” or “Comunidad de Negocios en Chillán.” Ask for names. Then ask: “¿Cuál fue su experiencia?”

  4. Time is your real currency.
    I lost 17 days chasing the wrong people.
    → Don’t rush to pay. Get the checklist in writing first. If they won’t give it to you, walk away.

❓ FAQ: Real Questions I Asked (And What I Found Out)

Q: Can I use an auditor from China to sign off on a Chilean audit report?
A: No. Chilean law requires the auditor to be registered locally with the Superintendency of Companies. A Chinese accountant can help prepare documents, but the final certification must come from a Chilean-registered professional.
→ Path: Visit www.superintendenciadesociedades.cl → “Buscar Auditor” → Enter name or RUT to verify status.

Q: Do I need to translate every document into Spanish?
A: Yes. All corporate documents (articles of incorporation, shareholder resolutions, financial statements) must be notarized and translated by a traductor público certificado.
→ Find one via the Chilean Ministry of Justice: Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores - Traductores Públicos. Ask for “traductor certificado para documentos comerciales.”

Q: What happens if my audit report is rejected?
A: It’s not uncommon. Common reasons: missing signatures, incorrect fiscal year alignment, or lack of GAAP compliance.
→ Pointers: 1) Confirm your fiscal year matches your tax filing period. 2) Ensure the auditor’s registration number is legible. 3) Keep a copy of the submission receipt from the SII.

I used to think entrepreneurship was about scaling fast.
Now I know it’s about showing up—again and again—when you’re tired, confused, and out of answers.

I still don’t know if I’m doing this “right.”
But I’m doing it with my eyes open.

If you’re in Chillán, or anywhere in Chile, and you’re stuck on audit reports, tax filings, or just trying to figure out who to trust—I get it.
I’ve been there.

You don’t need a magic fix.
You need someone who’s been there too.

If you want to chat about what’s real—not what’s promised—feel free to reach out to JingJing.
She doesn’t sell services.
She just listens.

Her WeChat: lvga2015

And if you’re reading this and thinking, “I’ve been there too,” drop a note.
Let’s build a quiet network of people who just want to do business honestly.

🔸 延伸阅读

🔸 Dr Charlene Ashley, International Business Strategist / Organisational Behaviour Consultant & Marketing StrategistEmail: cashley@theconsultancyinc.comDr Ashley has uniquely carved out a multidisciplinary career at the nexus of business strategy, organisational behaviour, marketing & financial management, a combination few have mastered. 🗞️ 来源: Lvga.com – 📅 2026-04-08
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