Audit Executive

Astricks Business Advisory; Nasiyanur; On-site; INR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Astricks Business Advisory in Tamil Nadu invites an entry-level audit professional to work across statutory, tax, and internal audits for a diverse client base. You will assist in planning, testing controls, and preparing working papers.

The role focuses on GST and income tax compliance, month-end activities, and client coordination, with emphasis on accuracy, deadlines, and integrity.

Qualifications

• B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA (Finance) required.
• Experience in GST return filing, Income Tax filings, and TDS compliance preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting and audit standards and regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting statutory audits, tax audits, and internal audits for clients across various industries.
• Perform audit procedures, including test of controls, substantive testing, vouching, verification, and analytical review.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare working papers, audit documents, and draft audit reports.
• Support in preparation and review of financial statements, schedules, ledgers, and MIS reports.

Skills

Accounting Standards

Auditing Standards

Direct/Indirect Tax laws

GST return filing

Income Tax filings

Tally ERP

Excel

Audit software

Education

B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA (Finance)

Tools

Tally ERP

Excel

Audit software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Execution

• Assist in planning and conducting statutory audits, tax audits, and internal audits for clients across various industries.
• Perform audit procedures, including test of controls, substantive testing, vouching, verification, and analytical review.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare working papers, audit documents, and draft audit reports.

2. Accounts & Financial Statements

• Support in preparation and review of financial statements, schedules, ledgers, and MIS reports.
• Conduct variance analysis and help identify process gaps and areas for improvement.
• Assist in performing month-end and year-end closing activities for clients.

3. GST Compliance & Advisory

• Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, reconciliation statements, annual returns, etc.).
• Handle GST audits, input tax credit verification, and vendor reconciliation.
• Assist in GST notices, queries, and basic advisory matters.

4. Income Tax Compliance

• Prepare and file Income Tax returns of individuals, firms, companies, and other entities.
• Assist in Tax Audit procedures, working papers, and Form 3CD preparation.
• Handle TDS/TCS returns, reconciliations, and respond to basic departmental notices.

5. Client Coordination

• Coordinate with clients to collect data, resolve queries, and ensure timely completion of work.
• Maintain high levels of client service and professional communication.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of Accounting Standards, Auditing Standards, and Direct/Indirect Tax laws.
• Practical experience in GST return filing, Income Tax filings, and TDS compliance.
• Hands-on experience with accounting and audit tools such as Tally ERP, Excel, and preferred exposure to audit software.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skillsboth verbal and written.
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple assignments.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Educational Qualifications

• B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA (Finance)
• Additional certifications in taxation or audit will be an added advantage.

Experience Requirement

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in a CA firm or corporate finance/audit environment.
• Experience handling end-to-end audit, accounting tasks, GST and Income Tax compliance.

Preferred Attributes

• Willingness to learn and grow within the firm.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Adaptability and proactive attitude.
• Exposure to multiple industry sectors is desirable.