Associate Director External Financial Audit

The role is located in Chennai. Candidates willing to relocate are welcome to apply. After your resume is shortlisted, our recruiting team will contact you for initial screening and interview scheduling. We are hiring for a globally respected professional services firm known for its excellence in audit, tax, and advisory. The organization supports top enterprises with compliance, governance, and strategic insights across industries. We are looking for a seasoned Statutory Audit Consultant with deep experience auditing Indian clients. This role combines audit leadership, consulting, business development, and P&L ownership. Key Responsibilities: - Lead statutory audits ensuring compliance with Indian regulations. - Manage full audit lifecycle - planning, execution, and reporting. - Drive business growth through client engagement and new opportunities. - Oversee P&L, ensuring project profitability and efficiency. - Advise clients on financial reporting, compliance, and risk. - Collaborate internally to improve audit practices and offerings. Requirements: - Strong statutory audit experience in the Indian market. - Proven consulting and business development skills. - Experience managing P&L and client relationships. - Prior experience in a Big 4 or top consulting firm preferred. - Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical abilities. - Relevant certifications like CA, CISA, DISA, CISSP, or CISM are a plus.,