Experienced Associate

BDO EDGE India Private Limited; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO EDGE India Private Limited is seeking a detail-oriented Experienced Associate to join our Audit & Assurance practice, supporting audits across Employee Benefit Plan, Government, and Not-for-Profit sectors. You will prepare workpapers, perform audit procedures, and document evidence in line with firm methodology and auditing standards.

You will collaborate with senior staff to deliver high-quality audit support, develop technical expertise, and ensure timely completion of engagements.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of external audit experience across various industries within non-financial sector.
• Experience in Employee Benefit Plan (EBP), Government, and/or Not-for-Profit (NFP) audits.
• Sound understanding of IFRS / US GAAP / local GAAP, and audit documentation standards
• Experience in preparing audit work-papers and performing substantive audit procedures
• Exposure to financial statement audits and supporting schedules/documentation reviews
• Knowledge of Form 5500 preparation/review (for EBP audits) is preferred
• Proficiency in audit tools such as CCH ProSystem, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage assigned tasks effectively and meet engagement deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality in audit documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare audit workpapers and supporting documentation in accordance with firm methodology and applicable auditing standards
• Perform audit procedures including substantive testing, analytical reviews, and documentation of audit evidence
• Assist in executing audits for various industries including Employee Benefit Plan (EBP), Government, and Not-for-Profit (NFP) clients
• Review client-provided financial data and supporting schedules for completeness and accuracy
• Assist in identifying audit issues and communicate observations to senior team members
• Support the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and Form 5500 filings as applicable
• Coordinate with internal teams and client personnel to obtain audit evidence and resolve routine queries
• Ensure assigned tasks are completed accurately and within established timelines
• Maintain organized and complete audit documentation for review by senior team members
• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards, audit procedures, and industry requirements
• Contribute to process improvements and support the team in achieving engagement quality standards

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Audit procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent

Tools

CCH ProSystem

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

BDO EDGE India Private Limited is an entity, based in India created through a strategic partnership among BDO member firms: in India, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. It operates independently within the BDO network of accounting and advisory firms, enhancing their combined capabilities and resources.

BDO EDGE (Exceptional Delivery for Global Enterprises) delivers tax, assurance, accounting, outsourcing,advisory, and technology-driven services through highly skilled professionals in India to BDO network firms, their alliance programmes, and any other certified public accounting firms (CPA firms).

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Experienced Associate to join our Audit & Assurance practice, supporting audits within non-financial sector including Employee Benefit Plan (EBP), Government, and Notfor- Profit (NFP) audits. The role involves assisting in the execution of audit engagements through the preparation of audit workpapers, performance of audit procedures, and documentation of audit evidence in accordance with firm methodology and applicable auditing standards. The Experienced Associate will work closely with senior team members and managers to deliver high-quality audit support while developing technical expertise in audit processes, regulatory requirements, and industryspecific standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Job Description:

• Prepare audit workpapers and supportingdocumentation in accordance with firm methodology and applicable auditingstandards
• Perform audit procedures including substantivetesting, analytical reviews, and documentation of audit evidence
• Assist in executing audits for variousindustries including Employee Benefit Plan (EBP), Government, andNot-for-Profit (NFP) clients
• Review client-provided financial data and supportingschedules for completeness and accuracy
• Assist in identifying audit issues andcommunicate observations to senior team members
• Support the preparation of financial statements,disclosures, and Form 5500 filings as applicable
• Coordinate with internal teams and clientpersonnel to obtain audit evidence and resolve routine queries
• Ensure assigned tasks are completed accuratelyand within established timelines
• Maintain organized and complete auditdocumentation for review by senior team members
• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards,audit procedures, and industry requirements
• Contribute to process improvements and supportthe team in achieving engagement quality standards

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, orrelated field
• Progress toward or completion of CPA / CA /ACCA or equivalent professional qualification (preferred)

Experience:

• 1–2 years of external audit experience across variousindustries within non-financial sector.
• Experience in Employee Benefit Plan (EBP),Government, and/or Not-for-Profit (NFP) audits.
• Sound understanding of (IFRS / US GAAP / localGAAP), and audit documentation standards
• Experience in preparing audit work-papers andperforming substantive audit procedures
• Exposure to financial statement audits andsupporting schedules/documentation reviews
• Knowledge of Form 5500 preparation/review (forEBP audits) is preferred
• Proficiency in audit tools such as CCHProSystem, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong analytical, organizational, andproblem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage assigned tasks effectively andmeet engagement deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment toquality in audit documentation.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and dynamic team,working alongside experienced professionals.
• Work on challenging audit engagements acrossvarious industries.
• Access to ongoing professional developmentthrough training, mentorship, and certification programs.