Semi-Qualified Chartered Accountant

About the Firm

Arun Chandran \& Associates is a Chartered Accountancy firm based in Kaloor, Ernakulam. We provide statutory and tax audits, income tax, GST, ROC/MCA compliance, accounting and advisory services to a diverse client base that includes proprietorships, partnership firms, LLPs, private limited companies, trusts and societies.

We are looking for a **Semi\-Qualified Chartered Accountant** who can take ownership of client engagements, handle assignments independently and lead a small team.

Key Responsibilities

• *Audit \& Assurance**

• Plan and execute statutory audits, tax audits (Form 3CA/3CB–3CD), internal audits and other attest engagements in line with the Standards on Auditing
• Prepare and maintain audit working papers, documentation and checklists
• Identify audit observations, discuss them with client management and draft reports for partner review

• *Direct Taxation**

• Prepare and file Income Tax Returns for individuals, firms, LLPs, companies and trusts
• Prepare income tax computations, advance tax workings and TDS/TCS compliance
• Draft replies to notices and handle assessment\-related work under the guidance of the partner

• *ROC / MCA Compliance**

• Handle annual filings (AOC\-4, MGT\-7/7A, Form 11, Form 8\), event\-based filings, incorporations and other MCA compliances
• Prepare board resolutions, minutes and statutory registers where required

• *Accounting \& Financial Reporting**

• Finalise books of accounts and prepare financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Schedule III
• Perform reconciliations (bank, GST, 26AS/AIS, ledgers) and ensure accurate closing of accounts
• Prepare compilation reports, CA certificates and MIS where required

• *Leadership \& Client Management**

• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Supervise, guide and review the work of junior associates and trainees
• Manage timelines and deliverables across multiple assignments with minimal supervision

• *Eligibility (Mandatory)**

Only candidates who meet **one** of the following will be considered

• **CA Intermediate cleared (both groups)**, with articleship completed or in its final stage, **or**
• **Articleship completed under the Direct Entry route** (graduate/post\-graduate entry) with a valid completion record from ICAI, even if CA Intermediate is not yet cleared.

Candidates who do not meet the above criteria are requested not to apply.

• *Experience**

• Articleship experience in a CA firm with practical exposure to audits, income tax, ROC and accounting
• Post\-articleship experience of 1–3 years is an added advantage

• *Preferred Skills**

• Sound working knowledge of the Income\-tax Act, Companies Act 2013, LLP Act and GST
• Hands\-on experience with the Income Tax e\-filing portal, MCA V3 portal, GST portal and TRACES
• Proficiency in Tally Prime and MS Excel (reconciliations, workings, lookups); familiarity with Zoho Books or other accounting software is a plus
• Ability to finalise accounts end\-to\-end and prepare financial statements independently
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Malayalam
• Leadership ability, ownership of work, attention to detail and discipline with deadlines

• *What We Offer**

• Salary **in line with industry standards**, commensurate with qualification and experience
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
• Opportunity to lead engagements and grow into a managerial role
• A professional, learning\-oriented work environment

Work Location: In person