Audit Associate

About the Role* We're looking for an audit professional to independently handle statutory audits, internal audits, and tax audits for a diverse client base spanning technology startups, manufacturing, and service sector companies, including cross-border India-US engagements. *Key Responsibilities* - Independently plan and execute statutory audits under the Companies Act, including CARO 2020 reporting - Conduct internal audits and prepare Internal Financial Controls (IFC) documentation - Handle tax audits under the Income Tax Act - Draft audit reports, management letters, and financial statement notes in compliance with Ind AS/Schedule III - Liaise directly with client finance teams to resolve audit queries - Review and finalize financial statements, including CFS reconciliations - Supervise and review work of articled trainees - Support GST audits and related compliance where required - Assist in transfer pricing and other advisory assignments as needed *Requirements* - CA qualified, or CA dropout (cleared Inter, substantial articleship in audit) with demonstrated post-articleship audit experience - 4–5 years of hands-on audit experience, ideally across mid-size or Big 4/6 firms - Strong working knowledge of Ind AS, Companies Act, Standards on Auditing - Proficiency with audit tools/ERP systems (Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar) - Excellent drafting and client communication skills - Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and deadlines independently