Assistant Manager - Audit India Based Role Hyderabad

Frazier & Deeter; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Training support

Job summary

Frazier & Deeter in Hyderabad, India, seeks an Associate Manager – Audit to lead audit engagements, manage teams, and ensure delivery excellence across diverse clients. The role covers end-to-end audits from planning through reporting while upholding professional standards and firm policies.

The candidate should be a CA with 4–6 years of external audit experience, preferably from a Big 4 or mid-tier firm, with strong communication and Excel/CaseWare skills to deliver high-quality client service.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA with 4–6 years of external/statutory audit experience.
• Big 4 or mid-tier firm experience preferred.
• Strong IFRS/US GAAP/Ind AS knowledge and SA standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and lead teams.
• Excellent communication and client-management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and audit tools (CaseWare or equivalents).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements across diverse industries, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Supervise and review audit work, providing guidance and feedback to seniors and executives.
• Oversee audit planning, risk assessment, and engagement strategy per firm standards.
• Review financial statements and audit documentation for IFRS/US GAAP/Ind AS compliance.
• Assess internal controls and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain proactive client communication and strong working relationships.

Skills

Team leadership

Client management

Communication skills

Audit expertise

Education

CA (Chartered Accountant)

Tools

Excel

CaseWare

Job description

Job Description:

About Frazier & Deeter

Frazier & Deeter (FD) is an award-winning accounting & advisory firm. FD and our family of brands serve clients worldwide, from the Fortune Global 500 companies to growing small businesses. Frazier & Deeter cultivates a growth mindset and instils in our people the belief that we must be adaptive and entrepreneurial, and we make a difference for our clients and each other. We focus on our brand promise of Investing in Relationships to Make a Difference.

FD offers a full range of tax, assurance, accounting, and advisory services through our offices across the United States, in addition to London and India. We have been recognized repeatedly as a Top 50 firm, a Best of the Best Accounting firm, a Best Firm to Work For® and a Best Firm for Women in Leadership.

About the Role

An Associate Manager – Audit plays a pivotal role in leading audit engagements, managing teams, and ensuring delivery excellence across multiple clients. The role involves overseeing the end-to-end audit process — from planning through final reporting — while ensuring compliance with professional standards and firm policies. The Associate Manager acts as a key point of contact for clients, providing technical guidance and maintaining strong working relationships built on trust, quality, and insight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements across diverse industries, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of client work.
• Supervise and review audit work performed by senior executives and executives, providing technical guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Oversee audit planning, risk assessment, and engagement strategy, ensuring alignment with firm methodology and professional standards.
• Review financial statements, technical accounting issues, and audit documentation for accuracy and compliance with IFRS / US GAAP / Ind AS and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify opportunities for improvement in client processes.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, addressing issues promptly and ensuring strong, trust-based relationships.
• Manage engagement economics, including budgeting, time tracking, and resource allocation, ensuring profitability and operational efficiency.
• Support Partners and Managers in identifying new business opportunities and developing client proposals.
• Conduct technical training sessions to enhance team capabilities and foster continuous learning.
• Stay abreast of changes in auditing standards, accounting regulations, and emerging trends to ensure teams remain technically proficient.
• Promote a culture of excellence, teamwork, and accountability within the audit function

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 4–6 years of relevant experience in external/statutory audit.
• Prior experience with a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS / US GAAP / Ind AS and Standards on Auditing (SAs).
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and lead teams effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and client management skills, with the ability to explain complex audit findings clearly and confidently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit tools (e.g., CaseWare, or equivalent platforms).
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality results.
• Experience in Real estate, Construction, Technology, Employee Benefit Plans and Not-for-profits is an added advantage.

What FD offers

• Competitive salary
• Clear career growth path within the firm
• Personal and professional skills development and training support