Practice Lead / Manager – Finance, Accounts & Advisory (CA Firm) (Gurugram)

Practice Lead / Manager – Finance, Accounts & Advisory (CA Firm) (Gurugram)

10 Nov
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C S D and Co
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Gurugram

10 Nov

C S D and Co

Gurugram

Company: CSD & Co. LLP, Chartered Accounts

Location: Sector 48, Gurugram (Work from Office)

Employment Type: Full time

Experience: 3–5 years of post-qualification experience preferred

Qualification: Chartered Accountant or well versed/ experienced finance professional

Compensation: ₹12–24 LPA, depending on experience and capabilities

About CSD & Co. LLPCSD & Co. LLP is a Chartered Accountancy and Financial Consulting firm based in Gurugram, providing accounting, audit, taxation, financial reporting and CFO advisory services to businesses across industries.

We work closely with startups, growing companies and established businesses, including technology and AI-focused ventures, supporting them with their finance operations, compliance, reporting and strategic financial requirements.

We are expanding our team and looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant who can independently manage client engagements and take ownership of key finance, accounting, audit and compliance responsibilities.

About the RoleThis is a hands-on, client-facing position for someone who enjoys taking ownership and managing multiple engagements.

We are looking for a professional who can act as a key member of our leadership team, independently drive deliverables, manage junior team members and work closely with partners on startup finance, accounting, audit and advisory assignments.

The role offers direct exposure to founders, finance teams and growing businesses, along with opportunities to handle increasingly complex financial assignments.

Key Responsibilities1. Accounting & Financial Reporting

- Independently oversee accounting operations for multiple client entities.
- Manage monthly and annual book closures, including reconciliations, accruals, provisions and review of general ledgers.
- Prepare and review financial statements, management accounts, balance sheets, P&L; statements and cash flow reports.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and maintenance of accounting records.
- Identify accounting discrepancies and proactively resolve issues.

2. MIS & Startup Finance

- Prepare and review monthly MIS, management dashboards, budgets and financial reports.
- Analyse financial performance, variances, working capital and cash flows.
- Support financial reporting requirements of startups,



founders and investors.
- Work closely with the partners on outsourced CFO and financial advisory engagements.
- Improve accounting processes, reporting systems and internal financial controls.

3. Audit & Assurance

- Independently manage statutory audit and tax audit assignments.
- Prepare and review financial statements, audit schedules, working papers and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate with client management and auditors to ensure timely completion of engagements.
- Handle accounting and audit matters under applicable Indian Accounting Standards and statutory requirements.

4. Direct & Indirect Taxation

- Prepare and review corporate income tax returns, tax computations and tax audit reports.
- Supervise TDS compliance, reconciliations and return filings.
- Review GST returns, input tax credit reconciliations and related compliance matters.
- Identify and resolve routine tax and compliance issues in coordination with the relevant teams.

5. Team & Client Management

- Independently manage a portfolio of clients and their reporting and compliance timelines.
- Supervise and review work performed by article assistants and accounting executives.
- Coordinate directly with client finance teams, founders and management.
- Ensure high-quality, timely delivery with minimal supervision.
- Escalate material issues with proposed solutions rather than merely highlighting problems.

Candidate RequirementsMandatory

- Qualified Chartered Accountant with relevant professional experience or a senior finance professional.
- Strong practical experience in accounting, financial reporting, statutory audit and taxation.
- Demonstrated experience in independently managing assignments and client deliverables.
- Hands-on exposure to monthly book closures, reconciliations and preparation of financial statements.
- Working knowledge of income tax, TDS and GST compliance.




- Ability to supervise junior team members and manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong communication, problem-solving and client coordination skills.
- Willingness to work full-time from our Gurugram office.

Preferred

- 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in a mid-sized CA firm, accounting advisory practice or financial consulting firm.
- Experience handling multiple corporate clients independently.
- Proficiency in Tally, MS Excel and financial reporting systems.
- Candidates residing in Gurugram or within a reasonable commuting distance of Sector 48.
- Experience managing or reviewing the work of accounting and audit teams.

What We Offer
- Direct working exposure to partners and senior management.
- Opportunity to work with high-growth startups, technology businesses and established companies.
- A combination of accounting, audit, taxation, financial reporting and CFO advisory assignments.
- Substantial client interaction and responsibility for independent delivery.
- Opportunity to develop into a larger client portfolio and team leadership role.
- Compensation commensurate with experience and demonstrated ability.

Who Should Apply?This role is particularly suitable for Chartered Accountants currently working as Senior Associates, Assistant Managers or Managers in CA firms or financial consulting practices who are ready to take greater ownership of client engagements. We are seeking professionals who can independently manage assignments from planning through execution and closure, rather than candidates whose experience is restricted to a single functional area.

Location: Sector 48, Gurugram

CTC: ₹12–24 LPA

Joining: Immediate to 30 days preferred

- Interested candidates may apply through LinkedIn with an updated CV or email me at [email protected]

Who We Are Really Looking For

We are not simply looking for someone to execute assignments. We are looking for a long-term team member who can take ownership of the practice, build strong client relationships, lead teams and become a trusted second-in-command to the Partners.

If you are a Chartered Accountant who enjoys taking responsibility, solving complex problems and building something beyond a conventional employment role, we would be keen to connect.

📌 Practice Lead / Manager – Finance, Accounts & Advisory (CA Firm) (Gurugram)
🏢 C S D and Co
📍 Gurugram

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