Manager – External Audit | Deloitte India | Chennai
Job Description
Summary
Looking to advance your career in external/statutory audit with one of the world’s top consulting firms? Deloitte India is hiring a Manager – External Audit in Chennai to lead key statutory audit engagements, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with auditing standards. This role is ideal for a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with proven expertise in external audits, accounting standards, and financial reporting. If you’re ready to elevate your audit career in a dynamic hybrid work environment—this opportunity is for you.
Job Details at a Glance
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Manager – External Audit |
| Location | Chennai |
| Work Mode | Hybrid (client travel as needed) |
| Experience Required | 3+ years post-qualification as a Chartered Accountant |
| Qualification | CA (max 3 attempts in Final) |
| Tools/Skills | MS Office, Statutory Audit, Financial Reporting |
| Certifications | Chartered Accountant |
| Industry Focus | Audit & Assurance |
| Requisition ID | 87996 |
| Date Posted | August 22, 2025 |
About the Audit & Assurance Team
At Deloitte, Audit & Assurance (A&A) is more than just numbers. It’s about building trust, driving value, and shaping the future. We help clients maintain transparency and confidence in their financial reporting while navigating the complexities of today’s regulatory and business environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a Manager – External Audit, your primary responsibilities will include:
- Leading and executing external/statutory audit engagements in alignment with auditing and accounting standards.
- Managing audit assignments end-to-end while ensuring minimal gaps or overlaps across business units.
- Identifying and resolving audit issues in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
- Prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines in a high-performance environment.
- Building strong relationships with clients and internal teams to deliver value-added solutions.
- Providing guidance to junior staff and contributing to team capability development.
Skills & Requirements
Must-Have Skills
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with not more than 3 attempts in CA Final.
- In-depth understanding of audit and accounting standards, including statutory audit frameworks.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and handle ambiguity effectively.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- High proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Strong ethical foundation and openness in communication.
Preferred Attributes
- Team player with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
- Experience managing client relationships and audit project timelines.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English.
Your Role at Deloitte
As a Manager, you’re expected to:
- Lead with integrity and create a purpose-driven, inclusive work environment.
- Apply strategic thinking and problem-solving to complex audit challenges.
- Be agile, collaborative, and forward-looking in managing engagement delivery.
- Ensure high standards of quality, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Guide teams, inspire innovation, and foster leadership development.
Why Join Deloitte?
- Work with one of the world’s most trusted consulting firms.
- Engage in challenging, high-impact audit projects.
- Grow in a culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and diversity.
- Thrive in a hybrid environment that supports flexibility and career growth.
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