Audit & Taxation Senior Associate / Executive

We are looking for an Audit & Taxation Senior Associate / Executive to join our team and handle a combination of audit, taxation, compliance, and client-management responsibilities.

The ideal candidate should have strong practical experience in statutory audit, internal audit, tax audit, direct taxation, GST, accounting standards, and financial reporting.

Mandatory Requirement: The candidate must be currently working with a Chartered Accountancy (CA) firm.

The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage assignments independently, communicate effectively with clients, and supervise junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Assurance

• Execute end-to-end statutory, internal, and tax audits for various business entities.
• Prepare and review audit working papers, financial statements, and audit reports in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Perform audit procedures, verify financial information, and identify potential financial and operational risks.
• Identify control weaknesses and evaluate financial risks.
• Draft actionable recommendations and communicate findings to management.
• Ensure audit assignments are completed accurately and within agreed timelines.

Taxation & Compliance

• Prepare and file direct tax returns, including Income Tax Returns and Tax Audit Reports.
• Handle GST returns, reconciliations, and related compliance activities.
• Assist in handling tax assessments and departmental proceedings.
• Draft responses to tax notices and assist with tax-related representations.
• Support tax litigation and related matters as required.
• Track changes in tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Ensure timely completion of statutory and tax compliance requirements.

Client & Team Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during audit and tax engagements.
• Understand client requirements and ensure timely resolution of queries.
• Supervise, review, and train audit articled assistants and junior associates.
• Allocate and monitor work within the team.
• Coordinate with internal leaders to manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and ensure high-quality service delivery.

Desired Candidate Profile

Mandatory Requirement

• Must be currently working with a Chartered Accountancy (CA) firm.

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Finance.
• CA Inter / CA Final, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.

Experience

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in audit, taxation, accounting, or related CA firm practice.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Thorough working knowledge of statutory reporting and compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong client-management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and guide junior team members.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accuracy, and professional ethics.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on diverse audit and taxation assignments.
• Exposure to multiple industries and business entities.
• Opportunity to develop strong technical and client-management skills.
• Growth-oriented environment within a professional Chartered Accountancy firm.
• Opportunity to take greater responsibility in managing assignments and client relationships.