Audit Assistant

About the Role

• The Audit Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Hyderabad.
• This role supports audit teams in planning and executing statutory, internal, concurrent, and specialized audits, including bank and financial sector assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support audit teams in planning and executing statutory, internal, concurrent, and specialized audits.
• Review financial statements.
• Assist in preparing audit reports.
• Perform test checks and reconciliations.
• Document findings in accordance with firm and regulatory standards.
• Collect and analyze client data.
• Maintain accurate working papers.
• Coordinate with client personnel for information and clarifications.
• Ensure timely completion of audit tasks.
• Identify control gaps.
• Support risk assessments.
• Contribute to process improvement recommendations under the guidance of senior team members.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a technology-enabled audit environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with Financial Statements, including understanding of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Experience or training in preparing and reviewing Audit Reports and related documentation.
• Strong Analytical Skills for interpreting financial data, detecting irregularities, and supporting risk assessments.
• Knowledge of Financial Audits and basic principles of Finance, including accounting standards and audit procedures.
• Relevant academic background such as a degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Pursuing CA/CMA or equivalent qualifications is an advantage.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to follow professional and ethical standards.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with partners, colleagues, and clients.