Audit Associate II

Elliott Davis; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Bengaluru is seeking an Audit Associate II to assist in the audit process from planning to execution. The ideal candidate should have 2–4 years of audit experience, preferably in U.S. audits, and strong analytical abilities. This full-time role offers opportunities for client engagement and requires effective communication skills. Flexibility for remote work is available as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of audit experience, preferably U.S. audit experience.
• Experience in the Manufacturing & Distribution industry is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify issues and apply accounting principles/auditing procedures.
• Prepare work-papers with recommendations for client correspondence.
• Develop positive relationships with clients.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate or PG in Finance

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

Mission: To provide exceptional service for our people, our customers, and our communities.

Vision: To elevate all experiences by caring more.

Values: Do the right thing, Service to others, Mutual Respect, Always Getting Better, Quality

Position Overview: The Audit Associate II provides valuable and quality assistance in the audit process from planning to execution of audits. As a member of the Audit practice, the Audit Associate II will have ownership in various tasks including planning the audit process, researching, reviewing current processes, and providing recommendations to enhance company policies and procedures. This role provides services to companies working in industries, with a focus on manufacturing & distribution, construction or real estate.

Responsibilities:

• Identify issues and apply accounting principles/auditing procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise, and neat work-papers with definitive conclusions as well as meaningful and well‑written recommendations for inclusion in client correspondence.
• Develop positive working relationships with all clients, demonstrating a proactive interest in understanding their business needs.
• Always maintain confidentiality.
• Display exemplary work habits when communicating with clients.
• Become effective part of client service team by developing connections with others.
• Respond to clients in a timely manner as promised.
• Comply with firm’s practice management procedures/systems.
• Anticipate problems/issues and keep senior/manager informed of engagement status; notify senior/manager when billable hours will exceed or be under budget.
• Ask for timely feedback and assistance.Participate in training and mentoring of new associates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Graduate or PG in Finance.
• 2‑4 years of audit experience (U.S. audit experience preferred)
• Experience in Manufacturing & Distribution industry is an advantage.
• Strong time and work management skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills; effective listening skills
• Effective analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Experience with CaseWare preferred

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is expected to work in our office. Flexibility is granted to employees to work remotely on an as‑needed basis.

Position Type / Expected Billable Hours of Work

Full Time / 40 hours per week.

Busy Season / Extended hours required, will scale up not to exceed 55‑60 hours per week.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing.

Industries: Accounting.