Company Description MD Associates is a Chartered Accountancy firm based in Udupi, Karnataka, serving businesses, professionals, and SMEs with audit, taxation, GST compliance, accounting, statutory compliance, and business advisory services. The firm is led by Chartered Accountant Marvel Christon D Souza, who brings broad experience in statutory and tax audits, GST audits, direct and indirect taxation, US taxation support, lease accounting, write-up services, and financial reporting. Execution and client coordination are supported by Senior Associate Benjamin Prajwal, who manages GST and income tax matters, TDS advisory, accounting review, corporate compliance, loan documentation, CMA data, project reports, financial projections, SOP documentation, internal controls, and MIS reporting.

The firm focuses on practical, reliable, compliance-oriented support for local and growing enterprises, helping clients maintain accounting discipline, stay audit-ready, and manage statutory registrations and business documentation. Core service areas include Audit &

- Assurance, Direct and Indirect Taxation, GST Advisory &
- Compliance, Accounting &
- Bookkeeping, Company &
- LLP Compliance, Financial Advisory, Business Advisory, Corporate Consultancy, and statutory registration support.

Role Description The Articled Assistant will support the firm’s audit, taxation, GST, and compliance engagements under the supervision of qualified professionals. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting in statutory and tax audits, preparing working papers,



reviewing accounting records, and helping draft financial statements and reports. The role also involves supporting GST and income tax return preparation, TDS compliance, company and LLP filings, and documentation for loans, CMA data, and statutory registrations.

The Articled

Assistant will help with business advisory assignments such as project reports, financial projections, SOP documentation, and internal control reviews, while coordinating with clients for data collection and clarifications. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Udupi, requiring consistent office presence and field visits as needed.

Qualifications

- Currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) and eligible for articleship under ICAI regulations.
- Strong foundation in accounting principles, financial reporting, and basic audit procedures.
- Interest in and aptitude for direct taxation, indirect taxation, and GST advisory and compliance.
- Ability to work with MS Excel, Word, and accounting or ERP software; familiarity with tax and GST filing utilities is an advantage.
- Valuable analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and documentation.
- Capacity to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively within a small team.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and willingness to learn from diverse practical assignments.

📌 Articled Assistant (Udupi)
🏢 MD ASSOCIATES
📍 Udupi