Associate Consultant

URCA Partners (M/s UR & Co., Chartered Accountants, FRN 008898S) is a multi-service CA firm headquartered in Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala. We advise Indian businesses, startups, MSMEs and foreign companies on tax, regulatory compliance, valuation, India entry and financial consulting, with set-up support anywhere in India.

Role Summary The Associate Consultant handles GST and MCA/ROC compliance end to end and supports GST

• Prepare and file GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C for a portfolio of clients
• Reconcile input tax credit against GSTR-2A/2B and books, and resolve mismatches
• Handle GST registrations, amendments, LUT filings, e-invoicing and e-way bill queries
• Draft replies to GST notices, scrutiny and audit queries; assist on refund applications
• Advise clients on classification, place of supply and ITC eligibility questions

MCA / ROC

• Incorporate companies and LLPs (SPICe+, FiLLiP) and handle related registrations
• File annual returns and financial statements (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A, Form 11, Form 8)
• Manage event-based filings: DIR-3 KYC, DIR-12, PAS-3, SH-7, INC-22, CHG forms, MSME-1, DPT-3
• Draft board and shareholder resolutions, minutes and statutory registers
• Support FEMA/FDI reporting on the FIRMS portal (FC-GPR, FC-TRS) for foreign-invested clients

Financial Consulting

• Build financial projections, CMA data and project reports for bank funding
• Prepare business plans, feasibility studies and pitch material for startups and MSMEs
• Support valuation, due diligence and India entry structuring assignments
• Analyse financial statements and prepare MIS and management reports

Client and Practice Management

• Act as day-to-day contact for assigned clients and track compliance deadlines
• Prepare working papers and reviewable files to firm standards
• Guide and review the work of articled assistants

Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must meet all of the following

Qualification

Requirement

CMA Final (ICMAI)- Completed

CMA Intermediate (ICMAI)- Completed

CA Intermediate (ICAI) Completed

CA Articleship (ICAI)

Completed, preferably with exposure to GST, ROC and audit work

Graduation

B.Com or equivalent (preferred)

Prior experience in a CA or CMA practice handling GST and ROC filings will be an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Working knowledge of the CGST/SGST/IGST Acts, rules and recent notifications
• Hands-on use of the GST portal and MCA V3 portal
• Sound understanding of the Companies Act, 2013 and LLP Act, 2008
• Financial modelling, cost analysis and ratio analysis in Excel
• Familiarity with Tally Prime and/or Zoho Books
• Clear written and spoken English; Malayalam preferred for local clients
• Ability to manage multiple client deadlines with accuracy
• Willingness to travel for client assignments in India and overseas

What We Offer and How to Apply

• Opportunity to work on consulting assignments across India and globally, including India entry, FDI, valuation and cross-border work alongside the partners
• A varied client base spanning MNCs, startups, MSMEs and public sector entities
• Structured mentoring and a clear path to Senior Consultant
• Starting salary of ₹15,000–₹20,000 per month, based on qualification and experience

To apply, send your CV and a short cover note to Sidharth Sankar, Consulting Partner, at sidharth@urandco.com with the subject line "Associate Consultant – [Your Name]". Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a technical interview and a short practical test on GST and ROC compliance

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person