Audit Lead - Statutory/External Audit - CA

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Delivery

- Lead planning, execution, and completion of statutory audits in accordance with Indian GAAP, Ind AS, and IFRS

- Ensure compliance with Companies Act, SEBI, RBI, and other applicable regulatory standards

- Oversee audit fieldwork, risk assessments, testing, and final reporting

- Review financial statements, audit documentation, and working papers

Client Management

- Act as a strategic advisor to clients on audit, regulatory, and accounting matters

- Build and manage CXO-level relationships

- Address client queries and resolve technical issues proactively

Team Development

- Supervise and mentor a team of managers, senior auditors, and associates

- Provide technical training, performance feedback, and career development support

- Lead resource planning and quality assurance

Business Development

- Identify opportunities for cross-selling advisory and consulting services

- Support RFP responses, proposals, and go-to-market activities

- Represent the firm at industry forums and professional events

Practice Growth & Quality

- Drive audit methodology improvements, innovation, and automation in processes

- Ensure compliance with internal risk and quality standards

- Contribute to thought leadership in audit, accounting, and governance

Key Requirements

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 1215+ years of experience in statutory audit

- Strong exposure to listed clients, large corporates, or BFSI sector audits

- Sound knowledge of Ind AS, IFRS, Indian GAAP, CARO, Companies Act, etc.

- Prior experience in a Big 4 or top-tier consulting environment preferred

- Excellent client communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills

- Ability to manage multiple audit mandates under tight deadlines