Leader (Partner) - US GAAP & Employee Benefit Plans - Audit Firm, Hyd

About the Role:

Partner US Audit

Key Responsibilities:

• Practice Leadership:

  Oversee the Hyderabad audit practice, ensuring alignment with our clients global standards and growth objectives.

• Client Engagement:

  Manage high-profile audits for clients in

  public/private companies, EBPs, and investment funds

  (Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds, Private Equity).

• Technical Expertise:

  Provide guidance on

  US GAAP, statutory compliance, and risk management

  , ensuring audit quality and regulatory adherence.

• Team Development:

  Recruit, mentor, and lead audit teams, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth.

• Business Development:

  Identify opportunities to expand services, build client relationships, and contribute to firm-wide initiatives.

• Cross-Border Collaboration:

  Work closely with US teams to streamline processes, enhance service delivery, and ensure seamless integration.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:

  CA (India) or CPA (US) required; additional certifications (e.g., CIA, CFE) a plus.

• Experience:

  15+ years in external audits, including

  5+ years in a leadership role (Director/Partner level)

  .
• Expertise in

  EBPs, investment management audits, and US GAAP

  .
• Prior experience in

  setting up or scaling audit practices

  (preferably in a US-India context).

• Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards (PCAOB, AICPA) and risk management.
• Excellent communication, client management, and team-building abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of operational excellence.