Audit & Taxation Manager

Job Title: Audit & Taxation Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Audit & Taxation Manager with over 10 years of hands-on experience in a traditional CA firm environment. The candidate should have strong expertise in Internal Audit, Statutory Audit, Income Tax, and GST, along with client handling, team management, and end-to-end execution of assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit & Assurance

• Lead and execute Statutory Audits of companies, firms, and LLPs
• Conduct and supervise Internal Audits across industries
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS / AS)
• Preparation and finalization of financial statements
• Draft audit reports, CARO reports, and management reports
• Liaison with clients and resolve audit queries

2. Direct Taxation (Income Tax)

• Handle Income Tax Return filings (Individuals, Firms, Companies, Trusts)
• Manage Tax Audits (44AB) and certification work
• Handle scrutiny assessments, notices, and appeals
• Tax planning and advisory for clients
• TDS compliance, returns, and reconciliation

3. Indirect Taxation (GST)

• Manage end-to-end GST compliance (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, 9C)
• GST reconciliation and audit support
• Handle GST notices, assessments, and litigation support
• Advisory on GST structuring and compliance
• E-invoicing and E-way bill compliance

4. Client Management

• Independently manage a portfolio of clients
• Act as a primary point of contact for client communication
• Provide advisory services on financial, tax, and compliance matters
• Build long-term client relationships

5. Team Management

• Supervise and guide article assistants and junior staff
• Review work performed by team members
• Train team on audit, tax, and compliance procedures
• Ensure timely completion of assignments

6. Compliance & Regulatory

• ROC filings and company law compliance
• Coordination with banks, government authorities, and regulators
• Ensure adherence to deadlines and statutory requirements

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards, Auditing Standards, Income Tax Act, and GST laws
• Expertise in handling assessments and notices
• Proficiency in Tally, Excel, and tax filing utilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and client-handling ability
• Leadership and team management skills

Qualifications:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
• 10+ years of experience in a CA firm (mandatory)

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to multiple industries
• Experience in handling complex assessments and litigation
• Knowledge of automation tools or ERP systems

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Timely completion of audits and filings
• Client satisfaction and retention
• Quality of reports and compliance accuracy
• Team productivity and development

Work Environment:

• CA Firm / Professional Services Firm
• High client interaction and deadline-driven role