Audit & Accounts Executive (UK Audit + Year-End Accounts)

Ark India Support Private Limited; Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark India (Support) Pvt Ltd invites ACCA-qualified or part-qualified audit professionals to join as Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior in Delhi. You will handle UK statutory audits, prepare year-end accounts under FRS 102/FRS 105, and collaborate with UK-based managers in a cross-border setup.

The role requires exposure to UK audit methodology, strong accounting knowledge, and ownership of audit file sections from planning to completion, working from Pitampura office.

Qualifications

• ACCA or part-qualified with exposure to UK audits.
• 1–4 years' experience in UK-based accounting or audit practices.
• Hands-on with UK statutory audits and year-end accounts.
• Proficient in audit tools and UK taxation basics.

Responsibilities

• Execute planning, fieldwork, and completion on UK statutory audits under ISA (UK).
• Prepare audit working papers and supporting schedules.
• Draft and refine audit file sections in CaseWare or IRIS.
• Prepare year-end statutory financial statements under FRS 102/FRS 105.

Skills

UK cross-border collaboration

Detail oriented

Ownership of audit sections

English communication

Education

ACCA (qualified or part-qualified)

CA Inter (IPCC / Intermediate cleared)

Knowledge of UK GAAP/ISA

Tools

CaseWare

Mercia

IRIS Accounts Production

ProAudit

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

IRIS bookkeeping modules

Job description

We are seeking a ACCA or part-qualified, detail-oriented Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior (ACCA preferred) to join Ark India (Support) Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Ark & Co Ltd (UK). This is a dual-focus role covering UK statutory audits and preparation of year-end financial statements under FRS 102 / FRS 105. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on exposure to UK audit methodology, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to take ownership of sections of an audit file and a set of year-end accounts from planning through to completion. Working from our Pitampura, Delhi office as part of an international cross‑border team.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Statutory Audit (UK GAAP / ISA (UK)):

• Execute planning, fieldwork, and completion procedures on UK statutory audits under ISA (UK), working under the direction of UK-based managers and the Responsible Individual (RI).
• Prepare audit working papers on areas such as revenue, purchases, payroll, fixed assets, cash & bank, debtors, creditors, accruals, prepayments, and related party transactions.
• Perform risk assessment, walkthroughs, tests of controls, substantive analytical procedures, and detailed substantive testing with appropriate sampling.
• Draft and refine audit file sections on CaseWare, Mercia, IRIS, or similar audit software, ensuring documentation meets ISA (UK) evidence and cross‑referencing standards.
• Identify and elevate audit issues, control weaknesses, misstatements, and potential adjusting journal entries; draft management letter points.
• Support completion procedures analytical review, going concern assessment, subsequent events, and management representation letters.

Year-End Accounts Preparation:

• Prepare statutory financial statements for UK limited companies under FRS 102 (including Section 1A) and FRS 105, in accordance with the Companies Act 2006.
• Post year-end adjustments depreciation, accruals, prepayments, deferred/current tax, dividends, directors' loans, corporation tax provisions and roll forward trial balances.
• Draft primary statements (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss / Income Statement, Cash Flow where applicable) with supporting notes and required disclosures.
• Assist in preparing corporation tax computations (CT600) and iXBRL tagging where required, coordinating with the tax team.
• Reconcile prior‑year comparatives, ensure consistency with statutory filings, and prepare files for RI/manager review.

Compliance & Coordination:

• Support VAT return reviews, HMRC filings, and confirm all engagements meet UK accounting, auditing, and tax standards.
• Liaise with UK-based managers, partners, and clients (via email/calls under supervision) to resolve queries and request supporting information.
• Ensure secure, confidential handling of client data in line with GDPR and firm-wide information security policies.

Continuous Improvement & Client Service:

• Identify and propose incremental improvements to audit and accounts preparation processes, checklists, and templates.
• Support the UK team in delivering excellent client service through clear communication, sound time management, and proactive follow‑up.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Educational Background:

• ACCA (qualified or part‑qualified), CA Inter (IPCC / Intermediate cleared).
• Sound working knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 105, and ISA (UK); familiarity with the Companies Act 2006 disclosure framework.

Experience:

• 1 - 4 years of relevant experience in a UK‑based accounting or audit practice (in‑house UK firm or Indian GDC/KPO servicing UK clients).
• Demonstrable exposure to UK statutory audits and year‑end accounts preparation candidates with pure bookkeeping backgrounds only will not be suitable.
• Prior experience across sectors such as owner‑managed businesses, property/SPVs, professional services, or financial services will be an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in CaseWare, Mercia, IRIS Accounts Production, ProAudit, or similar audit and accounts production software.
• Working knowledge of Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and IRIS bookkeeping modules for extracting trial balances and reviewing underlying records.
• Strong Excel skills lookups, pivot tables, reconciliations, and audit sampling.
• Understanding of UK corporation tax, VAT, and HMRC filing processes at a supporting level.

Soft Skills:

• Strong written and verbal English communication comfortable drafting audit queries and client‑facing emails.
• High attention to detail, professional scepticism, and ownership of assigned sections.
• Ability to collaborate across UKIndia time zones and meet tight statutory deadlines.
• Integrity, punctuality, and reliability; open to feedback and continuous learning.
• Awareness of UK business culture and firm‑facing professionalism is a plus.

What to Expect in This Role

• Mentorship: Direct guidance from experienced UK‑based Audit Managers and the Responsible Individual (RI).
• Technical Growth: Exposure to a broad portfolio of UK statutory audits and year‑end accounts across multiple industries.
• Integration: A genuine cross‑border team seat – not siloed back‑office work – with visibility on end‑to‑end engagement delivery.
• Impact: Your work will feed directly into signed audit opinions and filed statutory accounts for UK clients.
• Compensation: Competitive salary, based on relevant experience and qualifications.