Chartered Accountant - Audit

Jobitus; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

CNK Khandwala & Associates in Ahmedabad seeks a Senior Associate / Assistant Manager – Audit & Assurance. The role involves planning, leading, and executing statutory audits, internal audits, and financial reporting engagements for corporate clients across sectors, with emphasis on Ind AS, Indian GAAP, and Companies Act compliance.

You will manage field teams, review working papers, and maintain strong client relations, traveling to client sites in Gujarat and nearby industrial hubs as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with active ICAI membership.
• 3–5 years post-qualification experience in Audit & Assurance.
• Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP, Ind AS, Schedule III, Companies Act 2013, and SAs.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Tally, Oracle), MS Excel (advanced), and automated audit tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize statutory audits for corporate entities.
• Lead internal audits, process reviews, and special engagements.
• Manage audit engagements on-site, and oversee field teams and client relations.
• Oversee on-site audits at client locations across Gujarat and nearby hubs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Auditing knowledge

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

SAP

Tally

ORACLE

MS Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Senior Associate / Assistant Manager – Audit & Assurance

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat (On-site)

Department: Audit & Assurance / Financial Reporting

Experience Required: 3+ Years Post-Qualification (CA)

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Accounting / Financial Services / Management Consulting

Role Summary

CNK Khandwala & Associates is looking for an experienced and diligent Chartered Accountant (CA) with 3+ years of post-qualification experience to join our Audit & Assurance practice in Ahmedabad. In this role, you will plan, lead, and execute statutory audits, internal audits, and financial reporting engagements across corporate clients in various sectors. We are seeking a professional with strong analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of Accounting Standards (Ind AS / Indian GAAP), and proven leadership ability to manage field teams and client relations.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Male candidates are preferred and strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Statutory & Financial Audits: Plan, execute, and finalize statutory audits of listed and unlisted corporate entities in accordance with Standards on Auditing (SAs) and Companies Act, 2013 regulations. Review financial statements, notes to accounts, and disclosures to ensure full compliance with Accounting Standards (AS) and Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS). Evaluate internal financial controls (IFCR) and document assessment findings and risk matrices.
• Internal Audits & Special Engagements: Lead internal audits, process reviews, operational audits, and stock/inventory audits for enterprise clients. Analyze business processes, identify control deficiencies, and draft clear management letters with actionable recommendations. Conduct concurrent audits, revenue audits, or special diligence engagements as required by corporate or banking clients.
• Engagement & Team Leadership: Lead audit engagement teams on-site, allocating tasks to articles and junior audit executives while monitoring timelines. Act as the direct operational liaison between client finance teams and senior audit partners. Conduct detailed reviews of working papers, audit trails, and physical verification records.
• Client On-Site Reviews & Travel: Oversee on-site audit field work at client manufacturing units, corporate offices, and warehouse locations across Gujarat and neighboring industrial hubs.

Required Candidate Profile

• Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with an active ICAI membership.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years of post-qualification experience in core Audit & Assurance within a mid-sized or large CA firm.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong command over Indian GAAP, Ind AS, Schedule III reporting, Companies Act 2013 provisions, and Standards on Auditing (SAs).
• Software & Tools: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Tally, ORACLE), MS Excel (advanced functions), and automated audit tools.
• Soft Skills: Strong report drafting, leadership, and communication skills; readiness to lead field teams effectively.