Job Title:  Assistant Manager | Accounting & Reporting | Mumbai | Accounting & Reporting Assurance

Job description

1. Technical Accounting & Advisory

• Provide guidance on complex accounting matters such as revenue recognition, leases, financial instruments, business combinations, consolidations, and impairment assessments.
• Support clients with Ind AS convergence/adoption, accounting policy development, and preparation of technical memos.
• Perform accounting impact assessments for M&A, restructuring, carve-outs, IPO readiness, and other capital market transactions.

2. Financial Reporting

• Review and prepare financial statements, reporting packages, and disclosures under Ind AS/GAAP.
• Support clients with restatement of financials, reporting automation, and close cycle improvements.
• Assist in designing and implementing financial reporting processes and internal controls.

3. Engagement Management

• Manage day-to-day project activities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Lead small teams, review work performed by associates/analysts, and provide on-the-job coaching.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, documentation requirements, and engagement risk protocols.

4. Client Relationship Management

• Act as a key point of contact for clients during project delivery.
• Understand client business challenges and identify opportunities for value-added advisory support.
• Assist managers and partners in preparing proposals, pitches, and business development materials.

5. Audit Interface & Compliance

• Coordinate with external auditors on technical positions, supporting schedules, and accounting treatments.
• Ensure deliverables comply with relevant Ind AS, IFRS, GAAP, and regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 3-4+ years of experience in accounting advisory.
• Strong knowledge of Ind AS, transaction accounting, and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience handling complex accounting areas and client-facing advisory projects.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and accounting ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and technical writing (especially for accounting memos).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within tight deadlines.
• Leadership qualities and experience supervising junior staff.
• High attention to detail and strong documentation discipline.