Associate Partner

United HR Solutions Pvt. Ltd. · India

Associate Partner-Audit- (Banking & Financial Services)

QUALIFICATION

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory.

Total Experience: Approximately 12–18 years of relevant post-qualification experience.

Background

Candidates should ideally have experience with:

• Big 4 / Global Accounting & Auditing firms
• Large Audit & Assurance firms
• International Accounting / Consulting firms

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Audit Engagement Leadership

• Lead and oversee statutory, internal and other assurance engagements for large and complex clients.
• Manage the complete audit lifecycle, including planning, risk assessment, execution, review and completion.
• Ensure engagements are delivered within agreed timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Review audit strategies, audit plans, risk assessments and significant audit matters.
• Review financial statements, audit reports and key working papers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable auditing standards, professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Take responsibility for resolving complex audit and accounting issues.
• Provide technical guidance to engagement teams on complex and judgemental matters.

2. Banking & Financial Services Audit

The candidate should have substantial experience in auditing clients from the Banking & Financial Services sector , including:

• Banks – Private, Public and Foreign Banks
• NBFCs
• Housing Finance Companies
• FinTech companies
• Financial Institutions
• Microfinance Institutions
• Asset Management Companies
• Insurance companies
• Investment companies

3. Client Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with CFOs, CEOs, Heads of Finance, Internal Audit, Risk and other senior stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor to key clients.
• Lead discussions on audit findings, accounting issues, internal controls and risk matters.
• Present significant audit observations and recommendations to senior management and Audit Committees.
• Handle client escalations and resolve complex issues effectively.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
• Identify opportunities to expand relationships with existing clients.

4. Business Development & Practice Growth

• Contribute actively to the growth of the firm's Audit & Assurance practice.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Banking & Financial Services sector.
• Build relationships with prospective clients and senior industry professionals.
• Lead or participate in proposals, tenders and client presentations.
• Develop new client accounts and expand existing relationships.
• Support cross-selling of relevant assurance and professional services.
• Participate in industry forums, networking events and client meetings.
• Contribute to the firm's market visibility and thought leadership in the BFSI sector.
• Work closely with Partners to achieve revenue and profitability targets.

5. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead large teams comprising Managers, Senior Managers, Assistant Managers and Audit professionals.
• Provide technical and professional guidance to the team.
• Review team performance and provide regular feedback.
• Coach and mentor high-potential professionals.
• Develop the next level of audit leadership within the organisation.
• Participate in recruitment and talent-development initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate resource planning and utilisation across engagements.
• Promote a culture of professional excellence, ethics and continuous learning.

6. Audit Quality & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with the firm's audit methodology and quality-control framework.
• Maintain high standards of audit documentation and professional scepticism.
• Review significant audit risks and professional judgements.
• Ensure appropriate resolution and documentation of audit findings.
• Monitor engagement risk and independence requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable ICAI, SA, Ind AS, Companies Act and RBI requirements , wherever applicable.
• Participate in internal and external quality reviews.