MGB Advisors - Senior Chartered Accountant/Branch Manager (10-13 yrs)

Job Description: Senior Chartered Accountant - Branch Manager

Location: Bangalore

Company: MGB

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Chartered Accountant to lead and manage the Bangalore branch of MGB. The ideal candidate will oversee all branch operations, ensuring the highest standards of audit, taxation, and financial services. This role requires a dynamic professional with expertise in managing teams, delivering client satisfaction, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Branch Management:

- Oversee the overall functioning of the Bangalore branch, including operational, administrative, and financial aspects.

- Develop and implement branch strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Audit and Assurance:

- Lead and manage statutory, internal, and forensic audits for clients across diverse industries.

- Ensure compliance with all applicable audit standards and regulations.

- Supervise audit planning, execution, and reporting to meet client expectations.

Taxation:

- Provide expert advice on direct and indirect taxation matters.

- Ensure timely compliance with tax filing requirements and assess tax risks.

- Handle tax assessments, appeals, and litigation support services for clients.

Client Engagement:

- Build and maintain strong client relationships, addressing queries and providing actionable insights.

- Identify opportunities to offer value-added services to clients.

Team Leadership and Development:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professionals to achieve performance excellence.

- Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and high ethical standards.

Compliance and Reporting:

- Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including company policies, financial laws, and professional standards.

- Prepare and present branch performance reports to senior management.

Business Development:

- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the branch's client portfolio.

- Represent MGB in networking events and build strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with a minimum of 8-12 years of post-qualification experience.

- Proven expertise in audit, assurance, and taxation domains.

- Prior experience in a senior leadership role, preferably managing a branch or a large team.

- Strong knowledge of accounting standards (Ind AS, IFRS) and tax laws.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Strategic thinking with the ability to drive operational efficiency.

- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.