Article Assistant

About the Role

P D Rungta & Co. is a professional services firm specializing in audit and assurance, income tax, GST, MCA and RBI compliance, and advisory and representation services. This is a full-time, on-site Article Assistant role based in the Kolkata metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities

• Support audit and assurance assignments, including vouching, testing controls, preparing working papers, and assisting in drafting audit reports.
• Assist with income tax and GST compliance, such as preparing computations, working on returns, and organizing documentation for assessments and filings.
• Assist in MCA and RBI compliance work, including maintaining records, preparing forms, and supporting filings and correspondence.
• Research relevant laws and regulations.
• Maintain client files.
• Coordinate with senior team members.
• Contribute to advisory and representation work as directed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Proficiency in basic accounting software.
• Comfort with digital documentation.
• Comfort with online compliance portals.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in accounting, auditing, and taxation, with the ability to apply relevant standards and regulations.
• Good research and analytical skills for interpreting income tax, GST, MCA, and RBI-related provisions.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for preparing working papers, summaries, and client correspondence.
• Attention to detail, accuracy in numerical work, and strong organizational skills for managing multiple assignments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior professionals, follow instructions, and meet deadlines in a structured environment.
• Enrollment in or completion of a professional course such as CA (Articleship stage) or equivalent, with relevant academic background in commerce or finance.
• Willingness to learn, adapt to changing regulatory requirements, and maintain professional ethics and confidentiality.