Job Purpose To deliver internal audit, process audit, risk-based audit, accounting, and tax compliance engagements for a portfolio of clients across industries — ensuring quality, timeliness, and value-add in every assignment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Process Drafting & Documentation

- Draft SOPs, process manuals, and internal control documentation for client engagements
- Prepare process flowcharts, RACI matrices, and control checklists tailored to each client's business
- Identify process gaps and recommend improvements as part of client deliverables

2. Internal Audit & Process Audit

- Execute internal audit assignments across multiple clients as per agreed scope and audit calendar
- Conduct process audits to test adequacy and adherence to SOPs/client policies
- Prepare audit programs, working papers, and evidence files in line with firm methodology
- Draft audit observations, risk ratings, and recommendations for client audit committees/management
- Track and follow up on closure of audit findings with client process owners

3. Risk-Based Audit

- Assist clients in developing/updating risk registers and Risk Control Matrices (RCM)
- Conduct risk assessments to help clients prioritize audit coverage
- Test design and operating effectiveness of key controls
- Benchmark client risk practices against industry standards

4. Accounting

- Pass day-to-day accounting entries for clients under outsourced accounting engagements — journal vouchers, purchase/sales, bank, provisions, and adjustment entries
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS/IFRS/GAAP)
- Support client month-end/year-end closing, finalization, and variance analysis

5. Tax Compliance





- Manage direct and indirect tax compliance for clients (Income Tax, GST/VAT, TDS/TCS, etc.)
- Prepare and file client tax returns; coordinate assessments and notices with tax authorities
- Advise clients on tax implications of transactions and changes in tax law
- Support statutory and tax audit assignments with documentation and liaison

6. Client & Engagement Management

- Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously within timelines and budgets
- Serve as day-to-day point of contact for client process owners and finance teams
- Support billing, engagement scoping, and proposal preparation as needed
- Escalate issues to Engagement Partner/Manager in a timely manner

Required Qualifications
- CA (Semi-qualified) / MBA (Finance) / M.Com or equivalent

Experience
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in a consulting/audit firm handling internal audit, risk advisory, accounting, or tax compliance
- Experience managing multiple client engagements simultaneously preferred

Key Skills
- Strong understanding of internal controls, COSO framework, and risk management principles
- Working knowledge of accounting standards and applicable tax laws
- Hands-on experience passing and reviewing accounting entries; solid grasp of double-entry bookkeeping
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Accounting systems (Tally/Zoho), and audit documentation tools
- Robust drafting skills — SOPs, audit reports, client deliverables
- Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills

Key Competencies
- Client service orientation and professionalism
- Integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality in handling client data
- Adaptability to different client industries and systems

📌 Assistant Manager - Process Audit, Risk and Compliance (Mumbai)
🏢 Chhalani u0026 Associates
📍 Mumbai