• Independently execute statutory audit assignments for SME and corporate clients.
• Handle Tax Audit assignments including Form 3CD and related reporting.
• Perform audit planning, vouching, verification and analytical review.
• Review books of accounts and financial statements.
• Verify major balance sheet and P&L; items and identify accounting/audit issues.
• Prepare and maintain complete audit working papers.
• Assist in finalisation of financial statements and related schedules.
• Identify internal control weaknesses and communicate audit observations.
• Prepare audit queries and coordinate with client finance teams for closure.
• Ensure audit assignments are completed within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate with partners/managers on significant audit findings.
• Guide junior team members and review their audit work.
• Develop practical understanding of accounting, auditing, taxation and financial reporting.
Key Skills: Statutory Audit, Tax Audit, accounting, financial statement review, working papers, Excel, client coordination and ability to independently execute audit assignments.