Articled Assistant

YSIL & CO., LLP; Chennai; On-site; INR 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

YSIL & CO., LLP is seeking an Articled Assistant to support audits, accounting, taxation, and compliance tasks. The role is on-site in Chennai and full-time, offering hands-on training under supervision.

The candidate should be pursuing or have CA (IPCC/Intermediate) or equivalent qualifications, with a strong grasp of accounting principles, audit procedures, and tax concepts. MS Excel and accounting software proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Ability to work with ledgers, trial balances, and financial statements.
• Familiarity with audit and compliance tasks, including vouching and documentation.
• Understanding of direct and indirect taxes and willingness to learn applicable laws.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and accounting/audit software.
• Strong written and verbal communication; professional presentation.
• Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, and able to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team, manage multiple assignments, and maintain confidentiality.
• Prior internship in audits, accounting, or taxation is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in statutory and internal audits and in preparing working papers.
• Support in preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax filings.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform data entry and reconciliations.
• Conduct basic research on accounting standards and tax regulations under supervision.
• Interact with team members and clients to gather information and clarify queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

CA (IPCC/Intermediate) or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

MS Word

Job description

Company Description

YSIL & CO., LLP combines the expertise of experienced professionals with the energy of a young team to provide cost-effective, technology-driven services to clients. The firm focuses on delivering high-quality solutions that leverage modern tools and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy. Business dealings are conducted with transparency, fostering trust and long-term relationships. YSIL & CO., LLP is committed to creating a comfortable and secure environment for clients, with strong emphasis on safeguarding confidential data and information.

Role Description

The Articled Assistant will support the firm's professional team in executing audit, accounting, taxation, and compliance assignments on a day-to-day basis. Responsibilities include assisting in statutory and internal audits, preparing and reviewing financial statements and working papers, and supporting tax return preparations and filings. The role involves maintaining accurate documentation, performing data entry and reconciliations, and conducting basic research on accounting standards and tax regulations under supervision. The Articled Assistant will also interact with team members and, where required, clients to gather information and clarify queries. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess or be pursuing professional qualifications such as CA (IPCC/Intermediate) or equivalent, in line with articled training requirements.
• Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting, with the ability to work with ledgers, trial balances, and financial statements.
• Competence in audit and compliance-related tasks, including vouching, verification, and documentation of audit evidence.
• Familiarity with taxation concepts (direct and indirect taxes) and willingness to learn applicable laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and other office productivity tools; comfort with using accounting and audit software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team, manage time efficiently, and handle multiple assignments with integrity and professionalism.
• High ethical standards and commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client data and information.
• Prior internship or practical exposure in audit, accounting, or taxation will be an added advantage.