Job Description: Audit Manager (6+ Years Experience)
Position: Audit Manager
Qualification: B.Com/MCom Graduate
Experience: Minimum 3 years in a Chartered Accountant (CA) Audit Firm
Location: Chennai (in office, no WFH)
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Audit Professional with strong exposure to statutory audit, tax audit, accounting, and compliance. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience working in a CA firm, ability to independently handle client assignments, and strong knowledge of accounting standards and taxation.
Key Responsibilities
Audit & Assurance
- Conduct statutory audits, internal audits, and tax audits for small, medium, and large clients.
- Prepare audit documentation, working papers, schedules, and reports.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS/AS) and regulatory guidelines.
- Identify audit issues, deviations, and propose corrective actions.
- Coordinate with clients for audit queries, confirmations, and data collection.
Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Prepare and finalize financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow).
- Perform ledger scrutiny, reconciliations (bank, vendor, customer, GST, TDS).
- Assist clients in monthly/quarterly closing activities.
Taxation & Compliance
- Prepare and file Income Tax Returns (ITR) for individuals, firms, and companies.
- Prepare and review Tax Audit Reports (Form 3CD, 3CA/3CB).
- Prepare and file GST returns, reconciliations (GSTR-2A/2B, 3B, 1), and assist in GST audits.
- Knowledge of TDS returns (Form 24Q, 26Q) and compliance.
Client Management
- Independently handle client portfolios and ensure timely completion of work.
- Coordinate with clients for documents, status updates, and compliance reminders.
- Support clients in resolving notices, queries, and assessments under Income Tax/GST.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of auditing procedures and accounting principles.
- Good knowledge of GST, Income Tax Act, TDS, and ROC basics.
- Proficiency in accounting software (Tally ERP / Tally Prime), Excel, and audit tools.
- Ability to draft audit reports, working papers, and financial statements.
- Excellent communication and client-handling skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to manage deadlines and work independently.
Preferred Additional Knowledge (Not Mandatory)
- Experience with software like Tally, Busy, Zoho Books, or QuickBooks.
- Exposure to MCA filings, company compliance, and statutory registrations.
- Experience assisting in assessments and appeals.
Compensation
- As per industry standards and based on experience.