Associate Partner/Director - Statutory Audit (8-12 yrs)

Associate Partner or Director (Statutory Audits).

About our Client: Among the Leading Accounting firms (Big4) worldwide.

Location: Chennai, TN, India (Open to candidates willing to relocate).

About the Role:

Position: Business Leadership focusing on Statutory Audits.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage all aspects of the statutory audit process, including planning, execution, and reporting.

- Oversee the work of external auditors, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP) and regulatory requirements.

- Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., Finance, Tax, Legal) to provide necessary information and support for the audit process.

- Review and analyze financial statements and audit reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

- Advise management on accounting and auditing matters, including the interpretation of complex accounting standards and the impact of new regulations.

- Identify and mitigate audit risks, and implement internal controls to improve the quality of financial reporting.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with external auditors, regulators (e.g., SEC, PCAOB), and internal stakeholders.

- Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards, auditing methodologies, and regulatory requirements.

- Mentor and develop junior audit staff.

- Oversee special audit projects as required.

Base Location: Chennai.

Requirements:

- Experience: At least 8 years in Statutory Audits.

- Current Role: Working in a similar position at a reputed Consulting firm.

- Leadership Experience: Minimum 2 years at an AD/D level or similar role, managing over 10 Crores of business annually.

- Domestic Experience: At least 80% of experience should be in India.

Preferences (Not Mandatory):

- Diversity Candidates: Strongly encouraged to apply.

- Big4 Experience: Candidates in similar senior roles within Big4 firms.

- Sector Expertise: Expertise in the BFSI sector.