Position Title: Article Assistant
Department: Audit & Assurance
Location: Mumbai, Hyderabad
Reporting to: Sr. Audit Manager / Audit Manager / Assistant Manager
Company Website: https://in.pipara.com/
About the Role
Pipara & Co. LLP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Audit Assistant to join its Audit & Assurance team. This role is designed for candidates who are looking to gain comprehensive exposure across a wide spectrum of audit and assurance services.
The selected candidate will work on various professional assignments across different industries and business sectors. Unlike specialized roles, this position involves participation in multiple types of audit engagements, providing extensive practical exposure and learning opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
The Audit Assistant will assist in the planning, execution, documentation, and reporting of various audit and assurance assignments, including but not limited to:
- Statutory Audits
- Internal Audits
- Due Diligence (DD) Assignments
- Forensic Audits
- Transaction Audits
- Management Audits
- Operational Audits
- Process Audits
- Concurrent Audits
- Compliance Audits
- Risk-Based Audits
- Special Investigation Assignments
- Limited Review Assignments
- Certification and Assurance Engagements
- Any other audit, assurance, review, verification, or advisory assignments undertaken by the firm.
Detailed Responsibilities
- Assist in execution of audit engagements from planning to completion.
- Review books of accounts, financial records, supporting documents, and business transactions.
- Perform testing of internal controls, processes, and compliance procedures.
- Prepare audit working papers, schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
- Conduct data analysis and verification procedures.
- Participate in client discussions and information gathering exercises.
- Perform field visits and client-site assignments as required.
- Identify observations, risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities.
- Assist in drafting audit reports and management observations.
- Ensure assignments are completed within prescribed timelines and quality standards.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics while handling client information.
- Support managers and partners in execution of multiple engagements simultaneously.
Educational Qualification
Preferred
- CA Intermediate (Pass out)
Experience
- Freshers are encouraged to apply.
- Prior exposure to audit assignments will be an added advantage.
Required Skills
- Basic understanding of accounting and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of audit principles and procedures.
- Good analytical and logical reasoning skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
- Ability to interpret financial and operational information.
- Good communication and report-writing skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines.
Career Exposure
This position offers an opportunity to gain practical exposure to a broad range of audit and assurance services rather than being restricted to a single domain. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work on assignments relating to:
- Corporate and Non-Corporate Entities
- Manufacturing Companies
- Service Organizations
- Startups
- SMEs
- Listed and Unlisted Entities
- Group Companies
- Domestic and International Clients
This role is ideal for candidates seeking a long-term career in audit, assurance, risk advisory, and financial consulting.
Why Join Pipara & Co. LLP?
- Exposure to multiple audit domains under one roof.
- Direct interaction with Managers and Partners.
- Diverse industry exposure.
- Professional learning and development opportunities.
- Structured growth opportunities environment.
- Opportunity to build expertise across various audit and assurance functions.
📌 CA Article Assistant (Mumbai)
🏢 Pipara
📍 Mumbai