Job Descriptions CA Firm
PRIVILEGED & CONFIDENTIAL PREPARED FOR RECRUITMENT PURPOSE
Senior Audit Associate
Department: Audit & Assurance /
Location: [City, State]
Ref: JD-AUD-01
BPR
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Senior Audit Associate to join our growing practice. The incumbent
will be responsible for executing and supervising internal audit engagements, supporting business process re-
engineering (BPR) assignments, and assisting in the design and testing of internal controls across a diverse client
base spanning manufacturing, services, and trading sectors. This is a client-facing role that demands strong
analytical ability, professional judgment, and the capacity to work independently on concurrent assignments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, execute, and report on internal audit assignments in accordance with applicable Standards on Internal
Audit (SIA) issued by the ICAI and client-specific audit charters.
Assess the design adequacy and operating effectiveness of internal controls (IFC) including entity-level
controls, process-level controls, and IT general controls.
¢ Conduct business process reviews and re-engineering (BPR) studies map as-is processes, identify
control gaps and inefficiencies, and recommend to-be process improvements with cost-benefit justification.
¢ Prepare detailed risk and control matrices (RCMs), process flowcharts, and audit working papers.
¢ Conduct risk-based audit planning: identify significant risk areas, determine audit scope, prepare audit
programmes, and allocate fieldwork among junior team members.




¢ Review and supervise the work of Article Assistants / Junior Associates; provide on-the-job training and
quality review of working papers.
¢ Prepare management reports, executive summaries, and Audit Committee presentations summarising
observations, root causes, risk ratings, and management action plans.
¢ Coordinate with client process owners for information requirements, walkthroughs, clarifications, and follow-
up on agreed action plans from prior audit cycles.
¢ Assist in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policy documents for clients where
process formalisation is part of the engagement scope.
¢ Support senior management in business development activities including proposal preparation and technical
presentations to prospective clients.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Qualification
CA Inter (both groups cleared) / CMA Inter / Semi-qualified CA. Candidates who have
completed articleship and are awaiting final results will also be considered.
Experience
3 to 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, process audits, or related assurance
functions, preferably within a CA firm or an internal audit / risk consulting team.
Industry Exposure
Technical Skills
Experience across manufacturing, trading, NBFC,



real estate, or service-sector clients will
be an advantage.
Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis), MS Word, and
PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Tally ERP / SAP / other accounting software will be
preferred.
Soft Skills
Strong written and verbal communication; ability to interact professionally with client
management; team player with the ability to work under deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER
¢ Exposure to a wide range of industries and business processes across our diversified client base.
¢ Structured learning environment with mentoring from experienced Chartered Accountants.
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¢ Fast-track growth path for high performers, with a clear progression to Manager / Assistant Manager level.
¢ Competitive compensation commensurate with qualification and experience.
¢ Supportive work culture that values initiative, accuracy, and qualified growth.
APPLICATION NOTE
Candidates are requested to apply with an updated CV clearly highlighting: (a) nature and duration of articleship /
post-qualification experience, (b) types of audits handled, (c) industries covered, and (d) any specific tools or
frameworks used. Shortlisting will be based on relevance of experience to the role profile described above.
Ref: JD-AUD-01 | This document is confidential and intended solely for recruitment purposes.
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