Articled Assistant

Company Description (careers.jainchi.in)

Jain Chindalia & Co. (Chartered Accountants) is a well-established professional services firm specializing in accounts, audits, taxation, insolvency and bankruptcy cases, investment advisory, RBI matters, legal and secretarial services, business processing, and project financing. The firm offers integrated business solutions under one roof and continually upgrades client knowledge to stay ahead in a changing economic environment. Services such as outsourced accounting, payroll processing, tax consultancy, and related accounting support are provided with a focus on consistency and prompt delivery. A team of experienced and motivated professionals works to deliver the best possible solutions in the shortest time, combining perspective, integrity, and dedication. The firm emphasizes practical recommendations backed by knowledge, experience, and creativity to achieve high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.

Role Description

The Articled Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Gurugram. The assistant will support audit and assurance engagements, including planning, fieldwork, documentation, and preparation of working papers under the guidance of senior team members. Daily responsibilities include assisting in bookkeeping, finalization of accounts, tax computation, return filing, and preparation of schedules and reconciliations. The role also involves supporting work related to GST, income tax assessments, compliance, and regulatory filings, as well as contributing to assignments in areas such as insolvency, project financing, and business process reviews. The Articled Assistant is expected to maintain accurate records, adhere to professional standards, interact with clients in a responsible manner, and actively participate in continuous learning and training initiatives.

• Strong foundation in accounting principles, financial statements, and bookkeeping, with the ability to prepare and analyze ledgers, trial balances, and final accounts.
• Knowledge of audit procedures, documentation standards, internal control evaluation, and compliance testing for statutory, tax, and internal audits.
• Understanding of direct and indirect taxation, including income tax, TDS, GST, and related compliance, return filing, and basic assessment procedures.
• Familiarity with MS Excel and other office productivity tools, along with exposure to accounting software and willingness to learn new digital systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in numerical and documentary work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with team members and clients in a professional manner.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work diligently under supervision to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Registered as an article under the CA curriculum (or eligible to register) with a recognized professional body; prior internship or practical training experience in a CA firm is an advantage.
• High level of integrity, ethical conduct