Manager – Statutory Audit & Attestation Keiretsu Consultancy Services

The Corporate Institute; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bhatia & Bhatia, Chartered Accountants is seeking a Manager – Statutory Audit & Attestation to independently manage audit engagements, interact with clients, and lead audit teams across multiple assignments. The role requires strong technical understanding, hands-on execution, and the ability to deliver audits within defined timelines.

This position involves travel within Delhi NCR and across India, requiring collaboration with partners and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with Ind AS

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with 6–7 years post-qualification audit experience.
• Articleship from a Tier-1 firm given weightage.
• Hands-on experience in Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, IFC, and Tax Audit.

Responsibilities

• Audit Engagement Management: Independently manage audit engagements from planning to closure in line with applicable auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
• Client Handling & Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements; address queries and ensure timely closures.
• Team Management: Supervise, guide, and review work by audit team members; allocate work and monitor timelines.
• Business Support & Process Strengthening: Assist partners in proposals and strengthen internal audit processes, documentation standards, and quality controls.

Job description

Bhatia & Bhatia, Chartered Accountants has built a strong reputation over the last four decades as a trusted provider of financial and advisory services in India and internationally. As a member of Kreston Global, we combine local expertise with international capabilities to deliver effective solutions in an increasingly complex business and regulatory environment.

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Domain: Audit & Attestation Services

Position Overview: We are hiring a Manager – Statutory Audit & Attestation to independently manage audit engagements, handle client interactions, and lead audit teams across multiple assignments. The role requires strong technical understanding, hands‑on execution capability, and the ability to manage audits across locations within defined timelines and regulatory frameworks. This position involves frequent travel within Delhi NCR and across India, depending on audit projects and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit Engagement Management:

• – Independently manage audit engagements from planning to closure in line with applicable auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
• – Prepare and review audit plans, risk assessments, testing procedures, and sampling methodologies.
• – Review financial statements, audit reports, and working papers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• – Track changes in accounting standards, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to audit assignments.

2. Client Handling & Coordination:

• – Act as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements.
• – Address client queries, resolve issues, and ensure timely closure of audits.
• – Conduct discussions with clients on audit observations and compliance‑related matters.

3. Team Management:

• – Supervise, guide, and review work performed by audit team members.
• – Allocate work, monitor timelines, and ensure quality deliverables.
• – Coordinate with partners, senior management, and internal teams on ongoing engagements.

4. Business Support & Process Strengthening:

• – Assist partners in proposal preparation and client presentations, as required.
• – Support implementation and strengthening of internal audit processes, documentation standards, and quality controls.

Eligibility & Requirements:

Mandatory Qualifications:

• – Mandatory qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA).
• – Minimum of 6 – 7 years of post‑qualification experience in audit and assurance roles.
• – Articleship experience will be given weightage only if completed from a Tier‑1 firm.

Technical Experience:

• – Hands‑on experience in Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, IFC, and Tax Audit.
• – Working knowledge of Ind AS, including applicability and adjustments.
• – Strong understanding of financial statements with analytical capability.
• – Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint and MS Word.

Behavioral & Functional Skills:

• – Ability to manage teams and multiple assignments simultaneously.
• – Strong communication and stakeholder‑handling skills.
• – Ability to effectively present audit observations and deliver clear presentations to clients.
• – Ability to deliver assignments within strict timelines.
• – Willingness and flexibility to travel within Delhi NCR and across India at short notice, based on audit requirements.