Role Overview The Quality & Compliance Controller will lead the design, implementation and ongoing monitoring of firm-wide policies, procedures and documentation standards in accordance with the Institute’s Standards on Quality Control (SQC-1). Reporting to a designated Partner and the Firm’s Quality Committee, this role will partner closely with managers and partners to embed uniform quality and archival practices across all service lines. Key Responsibilities 1. Policy Design & Standardization: • Develop comprehensive firm-wide quality control policies and procedures in line with SQC-1 requirements; Create and roll out standardized templates for audit files, working papers, engagement letters, checklists, and archival logs. 2. Implementation & Execution: • Lead workshops and training sessions for partners and managers on new policies and documentation standards; Coordinate with each engagement team to ensure consistent adoption of templates, filing structures and archival processes; Provide hands-on guidance during initial engagements to embed best practices. 3. Monitoring & Review: • Establish and maintain a centralized compliance dashboard to track policy adherence across all engagements; Conduct periodic file reviews and gap analyses to identify deviations or documentation deficiencies; Report findings and recommended corrective actions to the Quality Committee and partner stakeholders. 4. Consultation & Critical Review: • Prepare and review critical consultation matters submitted by engagement teams; provide expert guidance and ensure quality and consistency in complex technical issues. 5. Continuous Improvement: • Solicit feedback from partners, managers and staff to refine policies and templates; Benchmark against Big-4 quality control frameworks and recommend enhancements; Stay abreast of updates to SQC-1, ISA and other regulatory guidance to ensure ongoing compliance. 6. Stakeholder Management: • Serve as primary liaison to the Quality Committee, providing regular status updates on compliance metrics and improvement initiatives; Collaborate with HR and Learning & Development to integrate quality control training into staff onboarding and continuing professional education. Skills & Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) 4–7 years post-qualification experience in a quality control, statutory audit function—preferably within a Big-4 or equivalent global network. Deep understanding of Auditing and Accounting Standards. Deep experience in Audit and Taxation, compliances. Proven track record of designing and implementing firm-wide policies and compliance programs. Strong project management skills with the ability to drive change across multiple teams. Excellent communication and training facilitation capabilities. High attention to detail and commitment to professional excellence. Proficiency in audit management software and document-management systems. Reporting Structure Direct Reporting: Partner – Quality & Risk Functional Reporting: Firm Quality Committee Location & Travel Based at Chennai office; up to 20% travel to branch offices for training, file reviews and committee meetings.