Job Description
Key Responsibilities
1. Statutory Audit Execution & Review
- Lead statutory audits of private limited companies, LLPs, partnerships, trusts,
and subsidiaries.
Review financial statements, notes, CARO reporting, and disclosures as perCompanies Act.
Evaluate internal controls, processes, and accounting policies.Ensure timely completion of audit reports and documentation compliance.2. Tax Audit (Form 3CD)
Oversee planning, execution, and review of tax audit reports.Review books of accounts, TDS / TCS compliance, depreciation, dis allowances,and audit clauses.
Resolve complex 3CD reporting issues and maintain audit trail documentation.3. GST Audit & Compliance (as applicable)
Review GST workings, reconciliations (GSTR-2A / 2B, 3B, 1), ITC eligibility, andadjustments.
Guide teams on audit observations and corrective controls.Support clients during departmental queries, audits, and assessments.4. Audit Planning & Methodology
Prepare annual audit calendars, staffing plans, and client communicationprotocols.
Risk-based scoping, sampling techniques, and review frameworks.Standardize checklists, documentation templates, and review matrices.5. Team Leadership & Training
Supervise, mentor, and guide Assistant Managers, Seniors, and Articles.Conduct technical training on Ind-AS basics, ICAI Standards on Auditing, GST,and tax laws.
Review working papers and provide technical feedback to improve teamcapability.
6. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight
Ensure compliance with :o Companies Act 2013
o Income Tax Act & Rules
o GST Acts & Rules
o ICAI Auditing Standards
o CARO 2020 reporting
Track regulatory changes, update firm SOPs, and circulate knowledge notes.7. Client Relationship Management
Serve as the primary audit escalation point for client CFOs and finance heads.Conduct kick-off meetings, progress updates, and closure presentations.Build strong client trust through guidance and professional skepticism.8. Assessment, Scrutiny & Litigation Support
Assist clients during :o Income Tax assessments
o GST department inquiries
o Audit queries
o Notices and reconciliations
Provide documentation support and representation preparation.9. Workpaper Finalization & Documentation Hygiene
Ensure all documentation is properly archived as per SA 230 guidelines.Conduct internal peer reviews and quality checks.Requirements
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of :o ICAI auditing standards
o Schedule III Formats
o CARO reporting
o Clause-wise 3CD reporting
o Section-wise GST implications
Robust understanding of internal financial controls (IFC).High discipline toward planning, review cycles, and audit trails.Ability to identify material misstatements, non-compliances, and controlweaknesses.
Tools & Technical Exposure (Preferred)
Tally PrimeBusy / Zoho / Microsoft ERP / QuickBooks (optional)Excel (Advanced) – Index-Match, Pivot Tables, ReconciliationsAudit management tools (if applicable)Experience Profile
Minimum 7–12 years of post-qualification experience in audit practice.Prior mid-tier audit firm leadership experience preferred.Experience managing multiple concurrent statutory / tax assignments.Exposure to assessment proceedings advantageous.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Timely completion of statutory / tax auditsZero / Reduced repeat audit observationsCompliance accuracy (Tax / GST / TDS)Audit quality scores & review remarksReduction in client penalty riskTeam training & performance upliftClient satisfaction & retentionTimeliness of CARO / 3CD sign-offsDocumentation discipline & SA adherenceBehavioral Traits
Strong professional ethics & confidentialityAnalytical thinking and structured problem-solvingAbility to challenge positions tactfullyCalm under scrutiny pressuresHigh ownership and accountabilitySoft Skills
Executive communication with partners & CFOsTeam motivation and mentoring capabilityConflict resolution & escalation handlingProcess improvement mindsetRequirements
Admin Executive Office Administration Office Management Meeting & Event Coordination Calendar Management Travel & Event Management