Articled Assistant

Company Description

ILESH PATEL & Co. is a Mumbai–Thane–based Chartered Accountancy firm led by experienced professionals with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and client-centric advisory. With over 15 years of practice, the firm provides comprehensive services across

Income Tax, GST, Accounting, Audit, Startup India (DPIIT) support, 80-IAC certification, Business Advisory, Virtual CFO solutions, and automation-driven compliance management .

We serve a wide range of clients including startups, MSMEs, LLPs, private limited companies, and high-net-worth individuals. Our approach combines technical expertise, practical experience, and technology-led efficiency to deliver high-quality professional services.

At ILESH PATEL & Co., we believe in nurturing talent through real-time exposure to audits, taxation, statutory filings, business consulting, automation tools, and client interaction. We are committed to building disciplined, skilled, and ethical professionals who are ready to meet the dynamic expectations of the financial and regulatory ecosystem.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an

Articled Assistant

at

ILESH PATEL & Co., Thane . The role involves supporting the firm’s audit, taxation, and compliance assignments across a diverse portfolio of clients. The Articled Assistant will work under the guidance of senior team members and Chartered Accountants to ensure timely and accurate execution of professional tasks.

Key responsibilities include :

Assisting in statutory audits, tax audits, GST audits, and internal audits

Preparing and filing Income Tax Returns, GST Returns, TDS Returns, and other compliance forms

Supporting bookkeeping, accounting entries, ledger review, and financial statement preparation

Conducting research on tax and GST provisions and drafting basic notes or replies

Maintaining documentation, working papers, audit files, and client communication records

Coordinating with clients for data collection and resolving basic queries

Ensuring adherence to ICAI standards, professional ethics, and firm policies

This role offers hands-on learning, practical exposure, and structured professional development aligned with ICAI training requirements.

Qualifications

Basic Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Taxation skills

Proficiency in using accounting software and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools like Excel and Word

Analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail

Effective communication and teamwork skills

Strong work ethic, ability to meet deadlines, and eagerness to learn

Enrollment in CA course with ICAI and completion of IPCC or equivalent

Previous experience or internship in accounting would be an advantage