Audit Staff - Mumbai - India

Plante Moran India Private Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Plante Moran India Private Limited is seeking an Auditor to participate in all phases of audits, including planning, testing internal controls, and substantive procedures. You will verify financial records following GAAP/GAAS, prepare reports, and assist clients across industries.

The role requires 1–3 years of public accounting experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication skills. Saturday work may be required during peak seasons, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of public accounting experience (internship included).
• Experience in benefit plan, real estate/HUD, single audit and investment funds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of an audit, including planning, risk identification and internal control testing.
• Perform other attest services including compilations and reviews.
• Research and conclude on accounting and audit issues per GAAP/GAAS.
• Suggest accounting process improvements and best practices for clients.
• Engage with internal and external staff to deliver quality services.
• Participate in industry and service line training for growth.
• Support various internal practice initiatives and day-to-day engagement management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Audit procedures

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CA and/or US CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

About Us

Count on us. Our \"we-care\" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. Whether you intend to specialize or you’d rather gain exposure across many service lines, the sky's the limit. From day one, we invite you to make a difference to be remarkable. Your role. You’ll instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health. We'll give you the flexibility to craft business solutions, not just spreadsheets.

Position Summary

Audit professionals will participate in all phases of an audit, including planning, control analysis and testing, substantive procedures, identify as assist in the resolution of client issues and reporting. By conducting objective diagnostic tests and analytical reviews, the Auditor is responsible for the verification of a company's financial records by following Generally Accepted Auditing Principles.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of an audit, including planning and risk identification, internal control review and testing, substantive audit procedures, engagement wrap up, and financial statement preparation/review.


• Perform other attest services including compilations and reviews.


• Research and conclude on various accounting and audit issues in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and US Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).


• Generate ideas for accounting process improvements and best practices for our clients.


• Participate in internal networking events, collaborate and work directly with other internal colleagues and external client staff.


• Participate in periodic industry and service line training programs which focus on development of core competencies to facilitate your growth at the firm.


• Be involved in various internal practice initiatives.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required. CA and/or US CPA preferred with the expectation that US CPA will be obtained.

Experience

• 1–3 years of Public accounting experience of at least one busy season (internship experience included), or equivalent industry experience.


• Experience in one or more of the following industries: benefit plan, real estate/HUD, single audit and investment funds.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). Good interpersonal skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Think analytically to respond to complex inquiries.


• Understand and apply audit theories and procedures.


• Ability to identify and resolve audit issues.


• Assist in the efforts to manage day to day activities of the engagement and effectively meet and exceed the client needs and expectations.


• Enjoy complex and challenging project work and willing to work on a variety of strategic, financial, and operational projects.


• Highly motivated and take ownership of personal and professional growth and development.


• Ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks.


• Ability to successfully interact with clients and other professionals to effectively deliver quality professional services to clients.


• Client service orientation combined with creative problem-solving skills; strong written and oral communication skills; the ability to work effectively as part of a team, yet function well with independent responsibilities.

Additional Information

Position requires some Saturday work hours during busy season. Supervision Level: High Supervision.

What Makes Us Different?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody 's perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine's \"100 Best Companies to Work For\", and an endless array of opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. Plante Moran enjoys a \"Workplace for Your Day\" model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day. Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize—and celebrate—our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work.

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive. Our founders often referred to our firm as \"a people firm disguised as an accounting firm.\" Why? Because people are at the core of everything we do, and our firm was built on values and principles that support this philosophy to this day.