Article Assistant

About the Role

The Articled Assistant will support the firm’s audit, taxation, and accounting engagements on a day-to-day basis. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Pune District. The position offers exposure to business advisory and startup/MSME assignments, participation in client meetings, and regular use of accounting and tax software.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in statutory and internal audits.
• Performing vouching and verification.
• Preparing working papers.
• Supporting risk assessment procedures.
• Working on direct and indirect tax compliances, including GST returns, TDS workings, and income tax filings.
• Providing basic tax planning support.
• Assisting in bookkeeping, ledger scrutiny, and preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Supporting corporate compliance activities such as ROC filings and documentation.

Qualifications

• Registered as CA students eligible for articleship under ICAI norms.
• Strong academic foundation in accounting, auditing, and taxation.
• Skills in accounting and bookkeeping, including ledger posting, reconciliation, and preparation of financial statements using accounting software.
• Skills related to audit and assurance, such as vouching, verification, analytical review, and preparation of audit documentation and working papers.
• Skills in business and financial analysis, including data interpretation, report preparation, and an understanding of financial ratios and cash flows.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and other relevant tools.
• Ability to learn and use modern accounting and tax software efficiently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams and clients.
• Relevant prior internship or practical experience in a CA firm is an advantage.
• Interest in audit, taxation.