We are looking for an Audit & Taxation Senior Associate / Executive to join our team and handle a combination of audit, taxation, compliance, and client-management responsibilities.

The ideal candidate should have strong practical experience in statutory audit, internal audit, tax audit, direct taxation, GST, accounting standards, and financial reporting.

Mandatory Requirement: The candidate must be currently working with a Chartered Accountancy (CA) firm.

The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage assignments independently, communicate effectively with clients, and supervise junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Assurance

- Execute end-to-end statutory, internal, and tax audits for various business entities.
- Prepare and review audit working papers, financial statements, and audit reports in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
- Perform audit procedures, verify financial information, and identify potential financial and operational risks.
- Identify control weaknesses and evaluate financial risks.
- Draft actionable recommendations and communicate findings to management.
- Ensure audit assignments are completed accurately and within agreed timelines.

Taxation & Compliance

- Prepare and file direct tax returns, including Income Tax Returns and Tax Audit Reports.
- Handle GST returns, reconciliations, and related compliance activities.
- Assist in handling tax assessments and departmental proceedings.
- Draft responses to tax notices and assist with tax-related representations.
- Support tax litigation and related matters as required.
- Track changes in tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Ensure timely completion of statutory and tax compliance requirements.





Client & Team Management

- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during audit and tax engagements.
- Understand client requirements and ensure timely resolution of queries.
- Supervise, review, and train audit articled assistants and junior associates.
- Allocate and monitor work within the team.
- Coordinate with internal leaders to manage project timelines and deliverables.
- Maintain professional relationships with clients and ensure high-quality service delivery.

Desired Candidate Profile

Mandatory Requirement

- Must be currently working with a Chartered Accountancy (CA) firm.

Qualification

- Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Finance.
- CA Inter / CA Final, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.

Experience

- 2-5 years of relevant experience in audit, taxation, accounting, or related CA firm practice.

Personal Attributes

- Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
- Thorough working knowledge of statutory reporting and compliance requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage assignments and meet deadlines.
- Solid client-management and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to lead, supervise, and guide junior team members.
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Strong sense of responsibility, accuracy, and professional ethics.

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to work on diverse audit and taxation assignments.
- Exposure to multiple industries and business entities.
- Chance to develop strong technical and client-management skills.
- Growth-oriented environment within a skilled Chartered Accountancy firm.
- Opportunity to take greater responsibility in managing assignments and client relationships.

📌 Audit & Taxation Senior Associate / Executive (Mumbai)
🏢 SAGAR SABANKAR AND ASSOCIATES
📍 Mumbai