Audit and Assurance - Senior Associate

BDO EDGE; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent audit and assurance firm in Gurugram is seeking a qualified auditor to lead financial statement audits. You will manage client relationships and supervise junior staff while ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate holds a CA, CPA, or equivalent and has 1-3 years of experience in audit and assurance, particularly in financial services. This role offers an opportunity to enhance your career in a dynamic environment, driving process improvement and risk management.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in audit and assurance services focused on financial statement audits.
• Experience in external audit of financial services, specifically Asset Management.
• Proven experience in leading audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage financial statement audits for clients.
• Supervise and guide junior associates and interns.
• Manage client relationships as a primary contact for audit inquiries.
• Evaluate and assess internal controls and business processes.
• Review financial statements ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Coordinate and oversee audit engagements within timelines.
• Prepare audit reports and client deliverables.
• Provide advice on risk management and process improvements.
• Stay up to date with accounting standards and audit regulations.

Skills

Audit leadership

Financial statement compliance

Client relationship management

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage financial statement audits for clients, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting framework and firm methodologies.
• Supervise and guide junior associates and interns, providing training and constructive feedback to help them develop their skills and enhance team performance.
• Manage client relationships and act as a primary point of contact for audit-related inquiries and provide timely updates.
• Evaluate and assess internal controls and business processes to identify risks, improve operational efficiencies, and suggest control enhancements.
• Review and evaluate financial statements, disclosures, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Coordinate and oversee the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements within specified timelines and ensure all deliverables meet the firm’s quality and professional standards.
• Prepare audit reports, management letters, and other key deliverables for clients.
• Provide advice and recommendations to clients on risk management, regulatory compliance, and process improvements.
• Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards, audit regulations, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of experience in audit and assurance services with a focus on financial statement audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in external audit of financial services – Asset Management.
• Proven experience in leading audit engagements.
• Exposure to auditing FS clients in European geographies preferred.