Audit Executive

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 360000 - Rs 420000 (ie INR 3.6-4.2 LPA)

Experience: 2+ yrs

Location: Surat

Job Type: full-time

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Audit Executive to join a professional accounting and audit practice. This role is ideal for candidates who have hands-on experience in audit, accounting, and financial reporting and are looking to build a strong career in the finance and compliance domain.

The position offers exposure to a wide range of audit and accounting assignments, including statutory audits, internal audits, financial statement preparation, bookkeeping, and client coordination. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, sound accounting knowledge, and the capability to manage multiple assignments while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute statutory, internal, and tax audit assignments in accordance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and review books of accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Assist in the preparation and finalization of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Prepare, review, and maintain audit working papers, documentation, and audit reports.
• Perform financial analysis, reconciliations, and data validation using MS Excel.
• Coordinate with clients to collect financial information, supporting documents, and clarifications required for audit and accounting assignments.
• Ensure timely completion of audit, accounting, and compliance-related deliverables.
• Support financial reporting activities and provide insights on accounting discrepancies or control weaknesses.
• Assist in tax-related documentation and compliance activities, including exposure to Income Tax and TDS requirements.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and professional ethics in all assignments.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 1–3 years of experience in audit, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial reporting within a professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of audit procedures, accounting principles, and financial statement preparation.
• Practical experience in financial finalization and maintenance of books of accounts.
• Proficiency in MS Excel for data analysis, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience with Tally and other accounting software.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Strong communication and client-handling skills.
• Exposure to Income Tax, TDS compliance, and financial documentation will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with audit documentation, working papers, and CA firm processes is preferred.
• Professional qualifications such as Inter CA, Semi-Qualified CA, or Fresher CA with relevant practical exposure are highly valued.
• A proactive learning attitude and commitment to building expertise in audit, accounting, and financial compliance.