Article Trainee

About the Role

Srinath Manikanta & Co, Chartered Accountants, is a professional firm delivering technology-driven accounting, taxation, compliance, and advisory services. The firm works with a diverse clientele, including startups, SMEs, corporates, and NRI clients, providing end-to-end financial and regulatory support. The Article Trainee will support audit, accounting, and taxation assignments under the guidance of senior team members in a full-time, on-site role based in Hyderabad.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in statutory and tax audits.
• Prepare working papers and document findings.
• Assist with bookkeeping, ledger scrutiny, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and tax returns.
• Work on GST, income tax, TDS, and other compliance-related filings.
• Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.
• Research regulatory updates.
• Use accounting and tax software tools.
• Coordinate with clients for data collection.
• Contribute to internal process improvements.

Qualifications

• Completed CA Inter-Both Groups.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting and auditing principles.
• Strong foundation in financial accounting, ledger posting, reconciliations, and preparation of trial balance and financial statements.
• Working knowledge of direct and indirect taxation, including GST, income tax, and TDS.
• Willingness to learn new regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other office productivity tools.
• Familiarity with accounting and tax software will be an advantage.
• Good analytical and numerical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret financial and regulatory information accurately.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in a professional environment.
• Ability to interact with clients courteously.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Follow professional ethics.
• Manage time effectively.
• Handle multiple assignments under supervision.
• High level of integrity.
• Willingness to learn.
• Openness to hands-on training in audits, taxation, and compliance for diverse client profiles.