Audit & Assurance – ESC Independence – Analyst - Hyderabad
As an Analyst of the ISESC, you will be responsible for assisting the audit team with permissibility of services, reviewing engagement letters & analyzing scope of services raised by the members firms to ensure that the services are as per the provisions of AICPA, SEC, PCAOB and firm specific independence policies and monitoring approved services for compliance with regulatory rules and Deloitte independence policies. This also includes ensuring clients do not result in an Independence conflict.
Work you'll do
As an Associate Senior Assistant, Engagement Services on the ISESC team, you will be responsible for:
- Reviewing engagement letters and scope of services to evaluate permissibility under AICPA, SEC, PCAOB, and Deloitte independence policies
- Processing assigned work and delivering outputs in line with quality standards and established deadlines
- Coordinating with member firms and onshore/offshore teams to support implementation of independence policies and client acceptance procedures
- Performing conflict checks and background checks required as part of client acceptance activities
- Communicating status updates, findings, and next steps to U.S. engagement teams and internal stakeholders
The team
Engagement Service Centers (ESCs) is a shared services group that provides dedicated administrative support to the Audit function. The group serve as hubs of highly skilled, dedicated resources that are available to support engagement teams and perform work in a variety of specific areas. Some of the services provided by ESC include Engagement Letter ESC (ELESC), Client Acceptance ESC (CAESC) and Independence Support ESC (ISESC). These activities, though non-audit in nature but are essential for completion of audit.
Location: Hyderabad
Shift Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) or Master of Commerce (M.Com)
- Company Secretary qualification with internship experience
- 0-2 years of experience in compliance, regulatory review, independence procedures, or a professional or financial services environment
- Experience reviewing financial statements, engagement letters, or client documentation
- Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel
Preferred:
- Experience supporting independence, risk, or compliance processes
- Familiarity with securities market regulations
- Familiarity with Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) requirements