Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager - Statutory AuditExperience Required : 3-8 yearsPost-CA Qualification Experience: 3+ years
About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Statutory Audit professional to join our dynamic team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to lead and manage assurance engagements, contribute to business development, and mentor junior team members. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge, excellent client-facing skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results under demanding deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Assurance Engagement Leadership:
- Lead and review the finalization of statutory audit engagements, including group reporting assignments, ensuring adherence to professional standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the entire audit cycle from planning to completion, ensuring efficient and effective execution.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure 100% adherence to internal quality procedures and methodologies, guaranteeing the delivery of high-impact and accurate client deliverables.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards (AS, Ind AS) and auditing standards (SAs) to ensure compliance and best practices.
Business Development
- Support senior management and independently work on business development initiatives, including the preparation of compelling proposals and detailed budgets for prospective clients.
- Identify opportunities for cross-selling and expanding service offerings to existing clients.
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide day-to-day guidance, mentorship, and supervision to Assistant Managers (AMs) and consultants working within the team.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
- Actively participate in and facilitate training programs and seminars on assurance practice and accounting standards for self and team development.
Project Management
- Effectively manage time and cost on project codes, ensuring engagements are delivered within budget and agreed-upon timelines.
- Ensure timely billing and diligent follow-up on collections from clients.
- Work effectively under strict deadlines and demanding client conditions, demonstrating strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships.
- Effectively communicate audit findings, recommendations, and complex technical matters to clients.
Travel
- Willingness to travel as and when required, both within the country and abroad, potentially for continuous or long periods of time, to meet client and business needs.
Qualifications Required
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
- Demonstrable experience of 3-8 years in Statutory Audit, with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience.
- Strong technical knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards (AS), Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), and Auditing Standards (SAs).
- Exposure to and practical experience with various ERP environments such as Tally, SAP, JDE, etc.
- Essential client-facing experience with a proven ability to manage client relationships and communicate effectively.
Desired Attributes
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and professional ethics.
- Proactive and results-oriented approach.
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