CA - Audit & Assurance

**Role & responsibilities** 1. Statutory Audit & Assurance - Independently plan and execute statutory audit assignments in accordance with applicable Standards on Auditing (SAs). - Handle audits of companies following Ind AS and Accounting Standards (AS). - Review financial statements and assess compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory requirements. - Identify key audit risks and design appropriate audit procedures. - Review audit working papers and ensure proper documentation in accordance with SAs. - Assist in preparation/review of audit reports, CARO reporting, IFC reporting and Management Letters. - Handle complex accounting and auditing matters and discuss conclusions with Partners. 2. Ind AS / Accounting Advisory - Hands-on understanding of Ind AS and AS with the ability to independently evaluate accounting issues. - Analyse complex transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment. - Assist clients and audit teams in resolving accounting and financial reporting issues. 3. Tax Audit - Independently handle Tax Audit assignments under Section 44AB of the Income-tax Act. - Review financial statements and underlying records for tax audit purposes. - Prepare/review Form 3CD and related disclosures. 4. Companies Act & Regulatory Compliance - Good working knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013 and applicable Rules. - Review compliance requirements relating to financial statements, Board reporting, related parties, managerial remuneration, loans/investments and other applicable provisions. - Assist in identifying Companies Act implications arising during statutory audits. 5. Group Reporting - Handle group reporting and consolidation-related assignments. - Review reporting packs and financial information submitted by group entities. - Coordinate with group auditors/parent companies and ensure timely submission of reporting requirements. 6. Team Management - Lead and supervise teams comprising qualified/semi-qualified CAs, article assistants and audit executives. - Allocate work, monitor progress and ensure timely completion of assignments. - Review work performed by team members and provide appropriate guidance. - Conduct regular team discussions on audit issues, technical matters and audit quality. - Mentor team members and contribute to their professional development. 7. Training & Knowledge Development - Conduct internal training sessions on Ind AS, AS, SAs, Companies Act, Tax Audit and other technical subjects. - Develop practical case studies, audit examples and training material. - Keep the team updated on changes in accounting standards, auditing standards, tax laws and regulatory requirements. - Encourage implementation of technical knowledge into practical audit procedures. 8. Client Management - Act as a key point of contact for clients during audit assignments. - Communicate audit observations and accounting issues effectively with client finance teams. **Preferred candidate profile** The candidate should have strong practical exposure to: - Ind AS / Accounting Standards - Standards on Auditing (SAs) - Companies Act, 2013 - CARO 2020 - Internal Financial Controls (IFC) - Tax Audit Section 44AB - Form 3CD - Financial Statement Preparation & Review - Audit Planning, Risk Assessment and Documentation - Corporate and regulatory compliance - Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3-4 years of post-qualification experience. - Strong practical experience in Statutory Audit and Tax Audit. - Good working knowledge of Ind AS, AS, SAs and Companies Act, 2013. - Experience in handling audits independently and managing multiple assignments. - Prior experience in group reporting/consolidation will be preferred. - Demonstrated ability to lead and manage audit teams. - Good communication and client-handling skills. - Should be comfortable conducting technical training sessions for junior team members. - Strong analytical, problem-solving and review skills. - Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.