Assistant Manager – Audit & Assurance Full Time

About the Firm

We are a Firm of Chartered Accountants located in Bengaluru, the garden city. With an experience of nearly 40 years in the field of audit, taxation and advisory, we serve clients ranging from Individuals, Firms, Trust to Corporates. Over the years, we have served a wide spectrum of clients across various industries with dedication and sincerity. Our clients are spread across sectors ranging from manufacturing and trading to hospitality and other service-based industries. Our experience, especially in the hospitality industry, span decades and has given us tremendous insights into the sector. Today, we at Upadhya & Associates LLP have earned an incredible reputation among our clients and have gained their trust and goodwill.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Chartered Accountant to join our Audit & Assurance team as an Assistant Manager. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work with clients across diverse industries, gain exposure to statutory audits, internal audits, management audits, financial reporting, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance assignments.

The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise, analytical ability, and leadership skills, with the capability to manage multiple audit engagements while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting and auditing standards, and maintaining high-quality professional standards.

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Audit & Assurance

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)

Experience: 0 – 3 Years Post Qualification Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute statutory audit, internal audit and assurance engagements for clients across diverse industries.
• Plan audit engagements, identify key risk areas, and design audit procedures based on risk assessment.
• Review financial statements for compliance with Ind AS, Accounting Standards, Companies Act requirements and applicable regulatory framework.
• Review audit documentation, working papers, and deliverables prepared by team members.
• Evaluate internal controls, identify process gaps and recommend practical improvements.
• Assist in the preparation and finalization of audit reports, management letters, and presentation for senior stakeholders.
• Ensure timely completion of audit assignments while maintaining quality standards.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, auditing standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support business development initiatives, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.

Desired Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of

– Standards on Auditing (SA’s)

– Accounting Standards (AS) and Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS)/IFRS

– Companies Act, 2013

– Internal Financial Controls (IFC)

– Risk Assessment and Internal Control

– Income Tax Act, 2025

• Experience in statutory audits and financial statements review.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Exposure to ERP systems and audit tools will be an added advantage.

Leadership and Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and report-writing skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
• 0 to 3 years of post-qualification experience in Audit & Assurance.
• Candidates with relevant articleship exposure in statutory audits, internal audits, or assurance services are encouraged to apply.
• Freshly qualified Chartered Accountants with strong audit exposure during articleship may also apply.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across industries.
• Exposure to complex audit and assurance assignments.
• Structured learning and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth within a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals and leadership teams.