Manager/Associate Director - Statutory Audit - CA

Role Overview:

As a Manager/Associate Director in Statutory Audit, you will lead complex audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of high-growth clients in Mumbai. You will act as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, overseeing the entire audit lifecycle from planning to final reporting. By driving high-quality assurance processes and ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory frameworks, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial integrity and transparency. You will mentor high-performing teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence while ensuring that audit deliverables consistently meet global standards and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end statutory audit engagements for large-scale clients, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to high-quality assurance standards.

- Manage complex financial reporting requirements under GAAP and IFRS to ensure full regulatory compliance and mitigate financial risks for clients.

- Oversee the planning and execution of audit procedures, providing strategic guidance to engagement teams to ensure accurate financial statement disclosures.

- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives and audit committees, acting as a trusted advisor on accounting matters and internal control improvements.

- Review and finalize audit work papers and financial statements, ensuring that all findings are communicated effectively to stakeholders to drive business transparency.

- Mentor and develop junior team members by providing technical training and performance feedback to build a sustainable pipeline of audit talent.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in Statutory Audit and Assurance, with a deep understanding of GAAP and IFRS frameworks applied in complex business environments.

- Proven ability to manage large-scale audit engagements, including resource allocation, budget management, and timeline adherence.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial insights to senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.

- Strong analytical mindset with a focus on identifying process improvements and ensuring rigorous compliance with evolving regulatory standards.

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5 - 11 years of progressive experience in a Big 6 or top-tier audit firm.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment in Mumbai, demonstrating agility in managing multiple client priorities simultaneously.