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A Manager of Statutory Audit Non-Financial Services (Non-FS)India context, would be responsible for leading and managing audit teams, executing statutory audits, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards . The role involves leading and supervising a team, planning and performing audit engagements, and managing client relationships. The Manager would also be involved in building client relationships, providing updates on engagement progress, and managing open issues until resolved. Key Responsibilities: Leading and Managing Audit Teams: Supervising and coaching junior audit team members, delegating tasks, and ensuring efficient and effective delivery of audit services. Executing Statutory Audits: Conducting audits in accordance with relevant regulatory and professional auditing and assurance standards, including Indian GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP. Planning and Performing Audit Engagements: Planning audit engagements, including pre-planning activities, staffing, risk assessments, and working with clients on their requirements. Client Relationships: Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients through regular communication and meetings. Engagement Management: Overseeing engagement budgets, resources, and timelines, ensuring compliance with deadlines and standards. Technical Expertise: Maintaining a strong knowledge of accounting literature, trends, and technical issues relevant to the client's industry. Communication and Collaboration: Communicating effectively with clients, engagement teams, and other stakeholders, and providing regular updates on engagement progress. Quality Assurance: Ensuring the quality of audit work performed by the team, including reviews of work papers and findings. Business Development: Supporting business development activities and potentially becoming an expert in a specific industry or technical area. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with Code of Conduct and professional requirements. Qualifications and Skills: Education and Experience: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and a minimum of 6+ years of post-qualification experience in Statutory Audit within an audit or accounting firm. Professional Certifications: While not always explicitly stated, being a Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is often a preferred or required qualification. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of accounting standards, audit methodologies, and relevant regulations. Leadership and Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and coach audit teams, and manage multiple engagements. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members at all levels. Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues, analyze data, and make informed decisions. Project Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and ensure efficient delivery of audit services. Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to adapt to different engagement types, working hours, and work environments. Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile
