Assistant Manager - Audit (India based role – Hyderabad) at Frazier & Deeter

<p><strong><u>About Frazier &amp; Deeter</u></strong></p> <p>Frazier &amp; Deeter (FD) is an award-winning accounting &amp; advisory firm. FD and our family of brands serve clients worldwide, from the Fortune Global 500 companies to growing small businesses. Frazier &amp; Deeter cultivates a growth mindset and instils in our people the belief that we must be adaptive and entrepreneurial, and we make a difference for our clients and each other. We focus on our brand promise of Investing in Relationships to Make a Difference.</p> <p>FD offers a full range of tax, assurance, accounting, and advisory services through our offices across the United States, in addition to London and India. We have been recognized repeatedly as a Top 50 firm, a Best of the Best Accounting firm, a Best Firm to Work For® and a Best Firm for Women in Leadership.</p> <p><strong><u>About the Role </u></strong></p> <p>An Associate Manager – Audit plays a pivotal role in leading audit engagements, managing teams, and ensuring delivery excellence across multiple clients. The role involves overseeing the end-to-end audit process — from planning through final reporting — while ensuring compliance with professional standards and firm policies. The Associate Manager acts as a key point of contact for clients, providing technical guidance and maintaining strong working relationships built on trust, quality, and insight.</p> <p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and manage multiple audit engagements across diverse industries, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of client work.</li> <li>Supervise and review audit work performed by senior executives and executives, providing technical guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback.</li> <li>Oversee audit planning, risk assessment, and engagement strategy, ensuring alignment with firm methodology and professional standards.</li> <li>Review financial statements, technical accounting issues, and audit documentation for accuracy and compliance with IFRS / US GAAP / Ind AS and applicable regulatory frameworks.</li> <li>Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify opportunities for improvement in client processes.</li> <li>Maintain proactive communication with clients, addressing issues promptly and ensuring strong, trust-based relationships.</li> <li>Manage engagement economics, including budgeting, time tracking, and resource allocation, ensuring profitability and operational efficiency.</li> <li>Support Partners and Managers in identifying new business opportunities and developing client proposals.</li> <li>Conduct technical training sessions to enhance team capabilities and foster continuous learning.</li> <li>Stay abreast of changes in auditing standards, accounting regulations, and emerging trends to ensure teams remain technically proficient.</li> <li>Promote a culture of excellence, teamwork, and accountability within the audit function</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Qualifications</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 4–6 years of relevant experience in external/statutory audit.</li> <li>Prior experience with a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm is preferred.</li> <li>Strong technical knowledge of IFRS / US GAAP / Ind AS and Standards on Auditing (SAs).</li> <li>Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and lead teams effectively in a dynamic environment.</li> <li>Strong communication and client management skills, with the ability to explain complex audit findings clearly and confidently.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit tools (e.g., CaseWare, or equivalent platforms).</li> <li>High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality results.</li> <li>Experience in Real estate, Construction, Technology, Employee Benefit Plans and Not-for-profits is an added advantage.</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>What FD offers</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Clear career growth path within the firm</li> <li>Personal and professional skills development and training support</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p>