Job Title: Partner – Audit & Assurance / Statutory Audit Location: Mumbai
Audit & Assurance
Reports to: Managing Partner
Uttara Srinivas (Human Resources) here.
Bhuta Shah & Co LLP (BSC) is a well-recognized, home-grown Professional Full-Services Firm since almost four decades, serving local and global markets in the field of Tax & Regulatory, Assurance, Advisory (Transactions, Risk, Cyber Security, Others) and Outsourcing.
Established in 1986, under the solid Foundations of its Founder & Chairman Mr. Shailesh Bhuta, BSC presently serves pan-India through nine (9) offices: BSC has served all types of businesses from growth-oriented SMEs to well-established Indian Groups and multi-national Clients (MNCs), both within India as well as globally across sectors including PE, VC and Family Offices also. For every client engagement that we work, “Quality is our Priority”, and we thrive for bringing value-add for our Clients through technical depth and operational efficiency.
Maintaining the highest level of Work Ethics and Professional Excellence, we, through our 15+ strong leaders and talent-force of 300+ technically competent people, facilitate our client’s growth by helping them navigate their complex issues in the ever-dynamic global and local environment.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Partner – Audit & Assurance / Statutory Audit to lead and grow our Audit practice. The ideal candidate will oversee statutory audit assignments, ensure technical excellence, manage client relationships, and drive business development initiatives. Practice Leadership & Quality Management
Lead and oversee the firm’s Audit & Assurance function across multiple clients and industries.
Ensure high-quality execution of statutory audits, tax audits, and limited reviews as per ICAI and Companies Act standards.
Implement and maintain strong internal quality control systems and audit methodologies.
Review final deliverables (financial statements, audit reports, CARO, etc.) Ensure consistent adherence to deadlines and firm policies.
Identify cross-functional opportunities within the firm (Taxation, Advisory, Risk, etc.).
Contribute to strategic planning and positioning of the firm in the marketplace.
Lead a team of Managers, Seniors, and Articles, ensuring proper delegation, review, and supervision.
Mentor and coach team members on audit methodology, client handling, and professional conduct.
Foster a collaborative, growth-oriented work culture focused on performance and learning.
Involve in recruitment, capability building, and succession planning for the practice.
Stay updated on latest developments in auditing, accounting, and regulatory requirements (IND AS, IFRS, CARO, Companies Act, etc.).
Provide technical guidance and advice to clients on complex financial reporting issues.
Assist in preparing technical notes, audit tools, and knowledge resources for the firm.
Liaise with external regulators or authorities (ROC, MCA, ICAI) as required.
Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance.
Proven leadership ability and experience in managing multi-level teams.
Qualification & Experience:
~ Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) – mandatory.
~12–20 years of post-qualification experience in Statutory / Audit & Assurance services, preferably with a reputed mid-tier or large CA firm.
~ Demonstrated experience in handling multiple clients and industries.
~ Prior experience in client acquisition, BD initiatives, and team leadership.
