Articled Assistant

Apicem Advisors & Consultants Private Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 167,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Apicem Advisors & Consultants Private Limited in Mumbai seeks an Articled Assistant to support advisory and compliance teams on funds-related work. You will assist with accounting entries, bookkeeping, and documentation under supervision.

The role involves assisting in statutory and tax compliances, fund accounting, and audit preparation, with collaboration across professionals and a strong emphasis on accuracy and timely deliverables.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing CA articleship or equivalent with interest in funds and financial services.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Basic understanding of taxation, statutory compliances, and regulatory frameworks for funds.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word; comfort with accounting/ERP software a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and numeric accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for clear working notes.
• Ability to work in a structured, deadline-driven environment and collaborate in a team.
• Willingness to learn and take guidance from seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in accounting entries and bookkeeping for funds and fund managers.
• Support statutory and tax compliances processes.
• Assist fund accounting and administration activities.
• Prepare working papers and documentation for audits under supervision.
• Compile data, perform basic financial analysis, and prepare reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Numbers proficiency

Education

CA articleship

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

ERP software

Job description

Company Description

Apicem Advisors & Consultants Private Limited (“Apicem Advisors”) is a specialized advisory firm serving investment funds and enterprises engaged in fund management services in India. The firm provides end-to-end support for fund and corporate setup, ongoing compliances, transactions, accounting and taxation, valuations, and transaction advisory services. Established in May 2018, Apicem Advisors brings together Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, semi-qualified professionals, and trainees to deliver integrated solutions under one roof. Its services cover contributor onboarding, fund accounting and administration, compliance management, NAV reporting, portfolio management, tax compliance, client servicing, and valuation of portfolio entities, as well as accounting, statutory and tax compliance, fund flow management, payroll processing, and auditing for fund managers.

Role Description

The Articled Assistant will support the advisory and compliance teams with day-to-day professional work relating to funds and fund managers. Responsibilities may include assisting in accounting entries, bookkeeping, working on statutory and tax compliances, supporting fund accounting and administration, and preparing working papers and documentation for audits. The role involves data compilation, basic financial analysis, and preparation of reports and schedules under the supervision of senior team members. The Articled Assistant will collaborate with professionals across functions, help in maintaining client files and records, and contribute to process improvements and knowledge documentation. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Mumbai.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) articleship or an equivalent professional qualification with a strong interest in funds and financial services.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping practices.
• Basic understanding of direct and indirect taxation, statutory compliances, and regulatory frameworks relevant to funds and fund managers.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and other office productivity tools; comfort working with accounting or ERP software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with numbers accurately and reliably.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear working notes and documentation.
• Ability to work in a structured, deadline-driven environment, manage multiple tasks, and collaborate within a professional team.
• High level of integrity, willingness to learn, and openness to receiving guidance and feedback from senior professionals.