Audit – Assistant manager – Mid Market

At Forvis Mazars, we are agile to embrace change and deliver impact. This means we empower people to be part
of the future direction of the firm. We are continually improving the way we work so that we enhance the solutions
we offer and career experiences for our team.
This exciting opportunity will require the successful candidate to work as a part of the experienced team taking
ownership of sections of the audit engagements, supported by UK engagement manager(s). Delivering high
quality is our top priority, and as an audit senior you will be responsible to deliver to these high standards, doing
the right thing and taking responsibility in line with expectations and requirements.
Client satisfaction is of paramount importance to us, and you will need excellent communication and written skills,
and an ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines as a member of an extended audit team.
At Forvis Mazars you will be able to bring your authentic self to work. We will support your professional
development, work life balance and wellbeing through opportunities and initiatives that help us embrace
continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

As an Audit Senior, you will:

• Applying relevant Mid-Market and Non-Financial Services audit experience to deliver audits across sectors
such as manufacturing, healthcare, engineering, retail, technology, real estate and professional services.
• Performing and reviewing audit work in accordance with firm methodology, UK auditing standards, and
regulatory requirements.
• Support the engagement manager and leader, based in the United Kingdom, by overseeing and providing
on-the-job coaching to other members of the offshore team who form part of the extended audit team.
• Participating in audit planning, risk assessment discussions, and post-engagement debriefs to drive quality
improvements.
• Managing and controlling assigned audit areas efficiently while meeting agreed timelines and budgets.
• Monitoring progress, performing timely work-paper completion, and providing regular updates to the
engagement team.
• Ensuring timely clearance of review points and adherence to audit quality protocols.
• Acting as a key point of contact for UK engagement managers and, where needed, client teams—ensuring
smooth communication of issues and progress.
• Drafting audit deliverables such as audit reports, letters of representation, group reporting schedules, and
supporting audit committee documentation.
• Providing constructive feedback and supporting the development of junior members of the team.
• Building strong working relationships within the extended audit team and ensuring issues are resolved
promptly.

Midmarket

The Midmarket audit teams work with ambitious, privately owned businesses ranging from family‑owned
companies to private equity‑backed groups and fast‑growing international organisations. Spanning sectors such
as food manufacturing, healthcare, engineering and fintech, the team delivers tailored, value‑added audits that
help mid‑sized and scaling businesses strengthen financial reporting and grow with confidence. Their approach
combines strong local relationships with access to global expertise, enabling them to provide responsive,
commercially focused audit insight that reflects the unique needs and ambitions of the mid‑market.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified ACA / ICAI / CA / ACCA (or equivalent).
• Experience leading external audits from planning through to completion, preferably within the Industry & Services sector.
• Strong technical expertise in UK GAAP / FRS 102 / IFRS.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Curious, analytical, and professionally sceptical mindset.
• Ability to identify issues, apply sector‑based knowledge, and recommend solutions.
• Self‑driven, responsible, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to delegate effectively while maintaining quality control.

Location: Pune