About the Role BDO is currently looking for a Senior Consultant, with a specialization in VAT, to join their dynamic Taxation team. This role will entail being: Responsible to complete allocated complex VAT advisory and compliance assignments/tasks . Lead the allocated assignments which includes being the key contact person for the allocated assignments. Coordinate with clients in respect of allocated assignments at the start of the allocation and prepare detailed project plan and communicate / agree on dates and schedules with the client. Understand the client's requirement in detail. Discuss with colleagues, organize ideas logically and present thoughts rationally and confidently. Guide and train sub-ordinates on both technical and operational matters. Review of deliverables to ensure quality deliverables are delivered to Managers/Partners for review Demonstrate effective two-way communication and skills to resolve the issues and guide other team members to in these aspects. Be a team player, treat everyone equally & respectfully. Be open to accept the work. Support senior colleagues in the allocated work. Demonstrate the ability to handle multiple engagements. Demonstrate the ability to find a solution of any technical or project management issue faced. Demonstrate and encourage collaboration. Identify VAT advisory issues and draft technical positions for review of Managers/Partners Review reports and communicate findings and recommendations to the client and agree with them. Follow the evolution of the clients needs, commercial focus and business objectives, and timely anticipate issues and questions. Propose relevant services and solutions before being asked. Seek opportunities. Start looking for ways to exceed client expectations, offer your view-point, display a high level of commitment and technical knowledge. Take ownership of self-assessment, ensure to complete appraisal at the end of each file, quarter & year, be receptive and accept constructive feedback. To lead self by being open to constructive feedback and showing improvements on the points communicated by senior team members. Provide continuous feedback in a timely manner to the engagement team members. Follow and make others understand BDO core values; Ownership, Collaboration, Respect & Ethics and demonstrate exceptional client services (ECS). Actively promote the brand visibility externally and increase market exposure whenever possible. Uphold the brand values at all times. Ensure continuous professional development. Identify your key technical improvements areas and put efforts to develop required skills. Contribute effectively in the organized training sessions and help in engaging other audience to achieve required results. Contribute effectively with valuable inputs in any technical matters discussed within the teams. Extend support to junior team members or others in any technical issues faced. About You: Good communication skills both written and verbal Confident and comfortable in client interactions Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams Able to assimilate and communicate new information (e.g. legal and practice developments) quickly and accurately Able to draft proposals, reports and other documentation to a high standard as per the internal guidelines Flexible - able to adapt quickly to market and practice changes. About Your Experience: The applicant should have experience 4-5 years of experience in the established VAT consulting practices Knowledge of UAE & KSA VAT is an advantage. Good command of written and spoken English Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel Which includes preparing PowerPoint presentation).
About the Role BDO is currently looking for an Assistant Manager, with a specialization in AML & Financial Crime Compliance, to join their dynamic Forensics team in the Office. This role will entail being: Lead and execute projects independently related to Regulatory / Financial Crime /AML compliance reviews, Forensic Investigations, Fraud Risk Assessments, and ABAC reviews including planning, execution, and delivery of client projects. This involves managing project timelines, budgets, and resources. Analyze financial transactions and identify red flags using forensic techniques and data analytics. Prepare detailed investigation and other reports and present findings to senior management and stakeholders. Support litigation and regulatory responses by compiling evidence and documentation. Mentor junior team members and manage project timelines, deliverables, and quality standards. Contributes to the growth of Forensics practice through strategic planning, business development, proposal support, organizing conferences/client events and developing marketing materials. Deliver high-quality engagement work with minimal supervision, ensuring timely analysis and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization to drive integrated solutions and knowledge sharing. Maintain operational excellence in documentation, client communication, and internal compliance protocols. Actively identifying and pursuing opportunities to learn and develop your technical knowledge through training, coaching and on-the-job learning opportunities. Your Experience A proven ability to manage end-to-end engagements with minimal supervision. Demonstrable experience in Financial Crime risk assessment, KYC, transactions monitoring and sanctions screening. Sound knowledge of Financial Crime remediation program design, customer risk rating model design, transactions monitoring and sanctions screening systems. Demonstrable experience in researching, collating, analyzing, and delivering intelligence analysis and written reports. Experience providing operational or investigation-related intelligence, including link and flowcharting using analytical tools. A flexible and adaptive approach to work, with the ability to operate in dynamic environments. High ethical standards and integrity, especially when working with confidential information. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, including strong business writing and reporting capabilities. Experience working with diverse teams and managing multiple stakeholders. A skeptical mindset and sound judgement, alongside problem solving skills. Actively seeks to enhance own expertise and knowledge. IT proficiency across the MS365 suite of products. Due to the nature of the role Certification in ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is mandatory. About You Bachelors degree with a strong academic background, preferably in Finance, Law, Audit, or Risk. Professional qualifications such as CA, CA Inter, or MBA is a must. Certifications ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is mandatory. 4 to 6 years of professional experience in banking or regulatory compliance, Financial Crime/AML, or forensic services. Prior experience in the banking sector with a focus on compliance and Financial Crime/AML is essential.
This role will be to provide a variety of VAT advisory and compliance services to clients. Your primary responsibility will include the following: Complete assigned complex VAT advisory and compliance tasks. Lead assigned projects and serve as the main point of contact for those assignments. Coordinate with clients at the outset of the project, prepare a detailed project plan, and communicate agreed-upon timelines and schedules. Fully understand the client's requirements and collaborate with colleagues to organize ideas logically, presenting them confidently. Guide and train subordinates on both technical and operational matters Review deliverables to ensure quality before they are submitted to Managers or Partners for review. Demonstrate effective two-way communication and problem-solving skills, guiding team members in these areas. Be a team player, treat everyone equally and respectfully being open to taking on work, and supporting senior colleagues with their tasks. Exhibit the ability to manage multiple engagements and find solutions to any technical or project management challenges encountered. Identify VAT advisory issues and draft technical positions for Managers/Partners review. Review reports and communicate findings and recommendations to the client, reaching mutual agreements. Stay attuned to the evolving needs of clients, their commercial focus, and business objectives; proactively anticipate issues and questions, and propose relevant services and solutions before being asked. Strive to exceed client expectations by showcasing commitment and technical knowledge. Take ownership of self-assessment, ensure complete appraisal at the end of each file, quarter & year, be receptive and accept constructive feedback. To lead self by being open to constructive feedback and showing improvements on the points communicated by senior team members. Take ownership of personal development by completing self-assessments at the end of each project, quarter, and year. Be open to constructive feedback and demonstrate improvements based on the guidance of senior team members. Provide timely feedback to engagement team members. Uphold BDO's core values of Ownership, Collaboration, Respect, and Ethics, and demonstrate exceptional client service (ECS). Actively promote brand visibility and increase market exposure whenever possible while upholding brand values. Ensure continuous professional development by identifying key areas for personal technical improvement and dedicating efforts to develop required skills. Contribute effectively to organized training sessions, engaging the audience to achieve desired results. Provide valuable input during technical discussions within the team and extend support to junior team members facing technical challenges. Required Skills: Pursuing ICAI, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent professional qualification along with basic graduation in accounting. Having 2+ years on experience in a large accounting firm having VAT/GST consulting practices. Knowledge of VAT in other countries like UAE, Bahrain and Oman is an advantage. Excellent verbal, business writing and excel skills. Strong analytical skills and a flexible approach to working with a combination of clients. Project management skills such as preparing and monitoring work progress trackers, responsibility matrix, scheduling status update calls, closure procedures.
About the Ethics & Independence Function: The Ethics & Independence (E&I) team plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the firms reputation and regulatory compliance by proactively managing internal risks related to client acceptance, engagement continuance, and conflict of interest assessments. The team ensures the firms adherence to internal policies and global independence standards applicable to both audit and non-audit services. The opportunity: As a Manager Ethics & Independence, you will take a role in ensuring compliance with the firms independence and conflict management policies. This role demands advanced subject matter expertise in ethics, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation frameworks, along with the ability to lead a high-performing team. The Manager will drive strategic initiatives, lead cross-functional collaboration, guide senior stakeholders on high-risk ethical matters, and contribute significantly to policy evolution and implementation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Policy Oversight: Interpret, implement, and enhance the firms Ethics & Independence framework in alignment with global and local regulatory standards (including ICAI, SEBI, RBI, and BDO International policies). Catalyse firm-wide initiatives to improve conflict check processes, develop policies, and implement monitoring controls. Advisory: Serve as the advisor to client-facing teams on complex independence matters and conflict resolution. Deliver expert opinions to Partners and leadership on grey areas involving public interest entities, restricted services, and emerging compliance scenarios. Collaborate with BDO Global on independence protocols and global compliance initiatives. Conflict & Risk Management: Supervise end-to-end conflict checks and independence clearance processes for large-scale, complex engagements. Lead the escalation and resolution of high-risk ethical scenarios involving multi-jurisdictional client relationships. Governance & Quality Assurance Monitor quality and timeliness of deliverables, including conflict reports and independence memos, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. Conduct periodic internal reviews and audits to assess adherence to ethics frameworks. Technology & Data Management: Oversee firm-wide utilization of conflict management tools and independence databases. Drive automation and digitization initiatives to improve data quality, report generation, and workflow efficiency. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between the E&I team and senior leadership, legal, risk, and engagement teams. Present periodic updates and dashboards to management on risk exposure, conflict trends, and resolution strategies. Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Assistant Managers, Seniors, and Associates. Build a learning culture and upskill the team on evolving regulatory and ethical developments. Training & Communication: Design and conduct training sessions for client teams, leadership, and new joiners. Communicate policy changes and best practices firm-wide through structured communication strategies. Required Qualifications & Skills: Chartered Accountant, Postgraduate degree (MBA in Finance, Risk, Law, or related discipline) from a reputed institution. 812 years of experience in Ethics & Independence, Risk, Compliance, or Regulatory Advisory roles. Relevant certifications in Risk, Compliance, or Ethics (e.g., ICAI, ACCA, Certified Compliance Professional) are a plus. Prior experience in a Big 4 preferred. Technical & Analytical Skills - Deep understanding of auditor independence requirements (e.g., ICAI Code of Ethics, BDO Global Independence Manual, IESBA Code). Expertise in conflict management systems, and independence monitoring tools. Strong Excel and data analytics skills; experience with workflow automation tools is a plus. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive firm-wide initiatives.
About Assurance Our Assurance professionals understand the sector, business and specific requirements to provide tailored solutions to best-fit your immediate, short and long-term needs. Our processes are robust, transparent and technology-driven to provide globally consistent quality. Details: Position Title: Assistant Manager Department: Assurance Reporting Manager: Associate Director Experience: 3+ years of post-qualification experience into Assurance Qualification: CA Expectations and requirements: Should have strong proficiency in English both written and oral. Should possess excellent knowledge of Assurance. Should possess excellent knowledge of accounting standards, including and specifically Ind AS. Should have strong proficiency of using excel and spreadsheets. Should have excellent report writing skills including compiling presentations, memos and relevant documents. Have expert knowledge and understanding of concepts around accounting and Assurance, including strong familiarity with financial statements. Have experience of working on site and performing Assurance, including client and team management experience. Have experience of reviewing financial statements, compiling Assurance reports, etc Have knowledge and experience of ensuring excellent quality Assurance documentation, Assurance work papers, etc. The role is for Bangalore location and is fully on site, and the expectation will be to primarily and substantially work at client locations /client offices basis nature of engagements and respective engagement and client requirements. Roles & Responsibilities: Performing testing procedures including substantive and controls testing, vouching, verification, etc. Provide necessary support to the team manager on Assurance engagement formalities Handle areas and work allocated including testing and relevant Assurance procedures Prepare Assurance work papers and ensure compliance with firms policies and procedures and also regulatory requirements. Manage and supervise junior team members including article staff. Act as a SPOC for the team with the client in terms of data flow, communication, coordination and discussions. Coordinate with internal and external teams including client personnel for information/ data Support the team on standardization of processes, documentation, analysis of technical issues, and research solutions. Support the team manager in project management, preparing status updated, compiling requirements lists, etc Participate in meeting with various teams and contribute for the areas and responsibilities handled. Understanding business & industry issues / trends. Ensuring timely delivery of working papers as per the defined timelines. Ensuring compliance with engagement plans, internal quality & risk management procedures. Should demonstrate knowledge of applicable laws and regulations and keep up to date with new pronouncements relating to Ind AS. Ownership and accountability of delivering all aspects of the Assurance engagement, from start to finish. Be responsible to front end and manage the internal and external quality review process for respective engagements and deliverables.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join our Business Development (BD) and Marketing team as an Administrator. This role is central to enabling the smooth execution of the firms growth and client engagement initiatives. The Administrator will focus on managing vendor registrations, supporting ERP processes, maintaining firmwide platforms such as SharePoint, and providing day-to-day administrative support for BD and marketing operations. By ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless coordination, the Administrator will contribute directly to the effectiveness of the team and, ultimately, the achievement of the firms business objectives. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain vendor registration processes across client and government portals, ensuring timely renewals and full compliance. Update and monitor ERP systems on behalf of business units to ensure accurate client, vendor, and opportunity data. Provide comprehensive administrative support for BD and marketing activities, including documentation, reporting, and logistics. Maintain and optimize the firms SharePoint repository, ensuring materials are up-to-date, accessible, and properly organized. Conduct basic market and client research, supporting the BD team with relevant insights and competitor intelligence. Assist in the preparation of dashboards, trackers, and presentations for management reporting and partner review. Support coordination with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure timely completion of required tasks. Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and efficiency in all administrative processes. Qualifications and Skills Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related discipline. 1-2 years of professional experience in an administrative or coordination role. Strong command of MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) with working knowledge of ERP systems. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail and process orientation. Clear written and verbal communication skills in English.
Assist the team in planning engagements, conducting fieldwork, discussing findings and observations with the clients, preparing work papers to support conclusions and preparing written reports. Conduct IT, Data Privacy & Information Security audits. Develop policies and procedures inline with Information Security & Privacy international and local standards. Attend preliminary meetings with clients; offer advice and develop a client understanding for the overall service process; communicate access and information requirements. Support Engagement partners and Directors to lead business development initiatives including, but not limited to, review pre-engagement activities, contracting and setting up meetings with prospective clients. Keeping up to date with developments in Technology, UAE markets, relevant professional standards (eg: ISO 27001, Data Privacy Law etc.) and specific industry sectors. Pursuit of highest professional standards, specialist skills in technology and credibility in the market through continuous professional education, certification, contributions to professional groups and appropriate networking. Contribute towards managing the overall client service delivery in accordance with BDO quality guidelines & methodologies. Contribute towards managing accounts on a day-to-day basis & explore new business opportunities for the firm. Maintain professional relations with clients, answer queries, offer expert advice. Ensure thorough project documentation and maintain electronic filing in accordance to BDO guidelines. Complete project assignments with minimum supervision and within the timelines provided by the management. Required Skills: Bachelors degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field Post-qualification work experience of 6 to 8 years, with at-least 6-year experience in implementing the regulatory & compliance framework requirements (e.g. ISO 27001, ISO 27701, GDPR, ADHICS) Experience in international and local regulatory requirements related to Data Privacy & Protection Two (2) or more industry certifications strongly preferred. Example certifications include: CISA, CISSP, CIPM/CIPP, CISM, CCSP