Chartered Accountant with Strong Experience in the field of Internal and Statutory Audit
About Our Firm
Founded 54 years ago, our firm has built a reputation on trust, deep technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from legacy family-managed conglomerates and fast-growing mid-market enterprises to financial institutions. As we continue to blend our rich legacy with modern, tech-driven methodologies, we are looking to onboard an experienced Chartered Accountant who can independently lead critical assurance, compliance, and investigative mandates. To know more about us please visit our website - www.cabdnc.com
Job Overview
- Role: Senior Associate / Manager – Audit, Taxation & Forensic Assurance
- Location: Dadar, Mumbai
- Experience Required: 3 to 5 years of post-qualification experience (Experience in mid-sized or large multidisciplinary firms is highly preferred)
- Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Key Focus Areas: Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, Tax Audit, and Forensic Investigations
Core Responsibilities1. Statutory Audit & Ind AS / AS Compliance
- Plan, execute, and finalize Statutory Audits of corporate and non-corporate entities in compliance with ICAI Standards on Auditing (SAs), the Companies Act, 2013, and applicable accounting standards (AS / Ind AS).
- Critically evaluate internal financial controls over financial reporting (IFCoFR) and identify systemic control gaps.
- Draft clear, concise audit reports, CARO disclosures, and management representation letters.
2. Tax Audit & Fiscal Compliance
- Lead Tax Audit assignments under Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act, 1961, ensuring meticulous verification of disallowances, deductions, and statutory compliances.
- Review complex tax computations, deferred tax positions, and ensure accurate, timely filing of Form 3CD.
- Keep abreast of evolving direct and indirect tax laws (including GST implications on financial reporting) to provide proactive insights during assignments.
3. Risk-Based Internal Audit (RBIA)
- Formulate risk-based internal audit plans by mapping client business processes (Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Hire-to-Retire, etc.).
- Evaluate the operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance of various business functions.
- Present high-impact audit findings and actionable process-improvement recommendations to senior management and Audit Committees.
4. Forensic Audit & Fraud Risk Management
- Lead financial fraud investigations, whistle-blower look-backs, and asset tracing assignments.
- Deploy forensic data analytics to identify red flags, anomalies, and patterns of data manipulation within large ERP environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally).
- Gather legally sustainable evidence and draft comprehensive forensic investigation reports that can withstand legal scrutiny.
Required Technical Skills & Competencies
- Regulatory Mastery: Deep understanding of the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST, SEBI regulations, and ICAI guidelines.
- Analytical Sharpness: Strong grasp of data analysis tools (Advanced Excel, ACL, IDEA, or Power BI) to execute data-driven audit sampling and anomaly detection.
- Audit Documentation: An absolute commitment to high-quality working papers that serve as a flawless trial of evidence.
- Industry Versatility: Exposure to multiple sectors such as Manufacturing, Financial Services/NBFCs, Real Estate, or Logistics.
Behavioral Attributes
- Professional Skepticism: The ability to question assumptions, validate evidence independently, and dig deeper when anomalies appear.
- Leadership & Team Management: Experience in guiding, mentoring, and reviewing the work of article assistants and junior paid assistants.
- Client Relations: Strong communication skills to manage client interactions smoothly, handling complex audit arguments with professionalism and diplomacy.
What We Offer
- Exposure to diverse industries and complex, high-profile assignments (including special investigative mandates).
- A highly collaborative work environment that respects traditional professional ethics while actively embracing modern fintech and audit automation tools.
- Clear career progression paths toward partnership for high-performing professionals.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who match this profile and are eager to contribute to a legacy of trust are invited to share their updated CV along with a brief cover letter detailing their experience in handling complex audit mandates at [email protected]
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dadar, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
Experience:
- Auditing: 3 years (Required)
Language:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
