Manager/Associate Director – Statutory Audit – Big6 – CA Contactx Resource Management

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute is seeking a seasoned finance professional to lead statutory audit engagements in Mumbai at Manager or Associate Director level. You will oversee teams, ensure IFRS/GAAP compliance, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across a diverse client portfolio.

You will drive audit quality, manage complex engagements, and contribute to the growth of the audit practice in a hybrid work environment. CA qualification and 5–10 years of experience are expected.

Qualifications

• CA qualification with 5–10 years of progressive Big 4 or top-tier experience.
• Strong statutory audit expertise and IFRS/GAAP knowledge.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage audit teams and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end statutory audit engagements for large corporate clients in Mumbai/region.
• Mentor and manage audit teams to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Oversee financial reporting processes, assess risks, and advise client leadership.

Skills

Statutory audit

IFRS/GAAP

Leadership

Audit management

Stakeholder management

Education

CA qualification

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned finance professional to join our Statutory Audit practice in Mumbai as a Manager or Associate Director. In this capacity, you will lead complex audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients, ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and financial reporting frameworks. You will act as a primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, managing audit teams to deliver high-quality assurance services while driving operational excellence. Your work will directly influence the integrity of financial disclosures, providing the transparency and accuracy that our clients rely on to maintain market trust and achieve their strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end statutory audit engagements for large-scale corporate clients to ensure strict adherence to IFRS, GAAP, and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage and mentor high-performing audit teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional development to meet stringent project timelines.
• Oversee complex financial reporting processes, identifying potential risks and providing actionable insights to client leadership to enhance their internal control environments.
• Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with key client stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor on technical accounting matters and audit-related challenges.
• Drive the execution of audit strategies, ensuring that all deliverables meet the firm’s global quality standards and contribute to the overall success of the assurance practice.

Required Skillset

• Possess deep technical proficiency in statutory audit methodologies, with a comprehensive understanding of IFRS and GAAP financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and influence decision-making at the board or management level.
• Exhibit a proven ability to manage large-scale audit projects, balancing technical accuracy with commercial awareness and client service delivery.
• Hold a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification from a recognized institute, complemented by 5 – 10 years of progressive experience within a Big 4 or top-tier accounting firm.
• Thrive in a dynamic, hybrid work environment in Mumbai, maintaining high levels of productivity and team collaboration across both physical and virtual settings.