Articled Assistant

RAHEJA & CO LLP; Panipat; On-site; INR 123,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

RAHEJA & CO LLP in Panipat is seeking an Articled Assistant to support audit, taxation, accounting and compliance assignments under senior guidance. You will prepare working papers, assist in statutory and tax audits, and help finalize accounts, with direct exposure to Indian tax laws.

This is a full-time, on-site role requiring coordination with partners, managers and clients to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing CA with valid registration for articleship or equivalent professional accounting qualification in progress.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, financial statements, and bookkeeping practices.
• Interest and aptitude in audit procedures, tax laws, and regulatory compliance in India.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and Word) and ability to learn accounting and audit software.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with numerical data accurately.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for professional interaction with team members and clients.
• Ability to work full time on-site in Panipat, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines under supervision.
• Ethical mindset, integrity, willingness to learn, and openness to feedback and structured training.
• Prior internship or exposure in accounting or audit (if any) will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in statutory and tax audits.
• Prepare working papers and schedules.
• Support bookkeeping and finalization of accounts.
• Help with direct and indirect tax filings.
• Conduct basic research on accounting and tax matters.
• Verify documentation and maintain proper records.
• Contribute to internal reporting and client communication.

Skills

Accounting basics

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Audit procedures

Tax laws

Education

CA in progress

Articleship registration

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software

Job description

Company Description

RAHEJA & CO LLP (RCO) is a peer-reviewed Chartered Accountancy firm in India, recognized for delivering professional, high-quality assurance, tax, and advisory services. The firm is led by 18 consulting partners and supported by more than 300 associated professionals, providing a robust environment for learning and growth. RCO offers exposure to diverse industries and complex engagements, enabling team members to build strong technical and practical skills. The firm emphasizes ethical practices, professional development, and collaboration in a structured yet dynamic work setting.

Role Description

The Articled Assistant will support audit, taxation, accounting, and compliance assignments under the guidance of senior team members. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting in statutory and tax audits, preparing working papers and schedules, supporting bookkeeping and finalization of accounts, and helping with direct and indirect tax filings. The role also involves conducting basic research on accounting and tax matters, verifying documentation, maintaining proper records, and contributing to internal reporting and client communication. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Panipat, requiring regular coordination with partners, managers, and clients to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) with valid registration for articleship, or equivalent professional accounting qualification in progress.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, financial statements, and bookkeeping practices.
• Interest and aptitude in audit procedures, tax laws, and regulatory compliance in India.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and Word) and ability to learn accounting and audit software.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with numerical data accurately.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for professional interaction with team members and clients.
• Ability to work full time on-site in Panipat, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines under supervision.
• Ethical mindset, integrity, willingness to learn, and openness to feedback and structured training.
• Prior internship or exposure in accounting or audit (if any) will be an added advantage.