Senior Associate

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounting & Finalization

• Maintenance of books of accounts for multiple clients.
• Finalization of accounts for proprietorships, partnership firms, LLPs, companies, trusts, and NGOs.
• Preparation of balance sheets, profit & loss accounts, and schedules.
• Reconciliation of debtors, creditors, bank, and inter-group balances.

2. Direct Taxation (Income Tax)

• Preparation and filing of Income Tax Returns for Individuals, Firms, LLPs, Companies, and Trusts.
• Computation of taxable income and tax liability.
• Handling of assessments, notices, and replies before the Income Tax Department.
• Advisory on tax planning and compliance.

3. Indirect Taxation (GST) – Monthly Compliance

• Preparation and filing of GST Returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-2B reconciliation).
• Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliation and compliance.
• GST audit data preparation and departmental notice handling.
• Client advisory on GST applicability, rates, and compliance.

4. TDS & Other Statutory Compliances

• Calculation, deduction, and deposit of TDS/TCS.
• Filing of TDS Returns (24Q, 26Q, 27Q).
• Issuance and reconciliation of Form 16 / 16A.
• Compliance under PF, ESI, Professional Tax, and other labor laws, as applicable.

5. Audits

• Execution of Statutory Audit, Tax Audit (Form 3CA/3CB & 3CD), Internal Audit, and Stock Audit.
• Preparation of audit working papers, checklists, and audit reports.
• Coordination with clients for audit documentation and clarifications.
• Finalization of audit observations and reporting.

6. Bank Audits & Concurrent Audits

• Conduct of Concurrent Audit, Stock Audit, Revenue Audit, and Bank Branch Audit.
• Verification of advances, documentation, securities, and compliance with RBI guidelines.
• Reporting of irregularities and preparation of LFAR and other bank reports.

• Required Skills & Competencies
• Sound practical knowledge of Accounting, Income Tax, GST, TDS, and Audits.
• Proficiency in Tally/ERP, Excel, and Government Portals (GST, Income Tax, MCA).
• Ability to independently manage client assignments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and professional ethics.
• Team handling and client coordination capability.