Team Lead

Designation Team Leader – US Audit Work Location Any QX Location / WFO/ Preference for Noida Reports to Manager Department QXAS - US Company Overview At QX Global Group, our purpose is to Enable Transformation for our clients through bespoke solutions driven by the right combination of People, Process, and Platform . We take pride in supporting organizations across diverse industries withexpertisebuilt over two decades. We believe our people are the true engine of our success. Since 2003, this philosophy has guided how we develop future-ready talent and deliver exceptional value through our integrated ecosystem of consulting, digital technologies, and business process management . With 21 offices across 12 countries and 7 delivery centers in India , 3300+ Exitswork closely with 100+ enterprise clients , including Fortune 500 companies — gaining global exposure, innovation opportunities, and cross-border collaboration. As a people-first organization, we continuously invest in AI upskilling, automation capabilities, and digital learning . Through initiatives like the QX AI Lab , our teams build new-age skills and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work™ , fostering a culture where individuals grow, lead, and thrive. At QX, wedon’tjust build careers — we build empowered, future-ready professionals . Position Overview The Senior Associate - US Audit will be responsible for independently managing and executing audit engagements from planning through issuance of financial statements for U.S.-based clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong end-to-end audit experience and be capable of handling engagements with minimal supervision. The role requires extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP, U.S. GAAS, Single Audits, Governmental Audits, Nonprofit Audits, and Commercial Audits. The individual will work directly with U.S. Partners, Managers, and client personnel, serving as an extension of the client's audit team while maintaining the highest standards of audit quality, communication, and professionalism. This closely aligns with the profile sought by PPA for its dedicated audit team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Independently manage audit engagements from planning through financial statement issuance. Prepare and review audit workpapers in accordance with U.S. GAAP, U.S. GAAS, and firm audit methodology. Perform engagement planning, risk assessment procedures, materiality calculations, and audit scoping. Execute substantive testing, analytical review procedures, walkthroughs, and internal control testing. Prepare and review financial statements, disclosures, notes to accounts, and supporting schedules. Lead audit fieldwork and coordinate information requests with client personnel. Identify audit risks and develop appropriate audit responses. Ensure timely completion of engagements while maintaining quality and compliance standards. Communicate proactively with U.S. Partners, Managers, and client stakeholders regarding engagement progress, issues, and recommendations. Assist in resolving technical accounting and auditing matters. Review the work of junior team members and provide coaching and guidance where required. Participate in Single Audits, Governmental Audits, Nonprofit Audits, and Commercial Audit engagements. Ensure proper documentation and audit evidence are maintained for all audit conclusions. Contribute to process improvements, audit efficiencies, and automation initiatives. Build strong working relationships with U.S.-based teams and clients. Key Success Measures Client–ClientSatisfaction, Associate Retention and Attraction Financial – Reduced cost-to-serve/optimization, Profitability improvement Operational – Defined Structure, ImprovedEmployee Value Proposition People – Higher associate engagement, lower attrition Education, Skills & Experience <B.Com> / <M.Com> / CA Inter / CA / CPA 4 to 8 years of experience in U.S. Audit. Experience working with U.S. CPA firms preferred. Proven experience independently handling audit engagements from planning through issuance of financial statements. Technical Competencies Mandatory: Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAS. Experience in Single Audits. Experience in Nonprofit Audits. Experience in Governmental Audits. Experience in Commercial Audits. Experience preparing: Audit Planning Workpapers Risk Assessment Documentation Substantive Testing Workpapers Internal Control Testing Documentation Audit Completion Documentation Financial Statements and Disclosures Ability to independently identify and resolve audit issues. Software Skills Engagement Manager (Mandatory) CaseWare (Preferred) CCH Engagement (Preferred) DataSnipper (Preferred) Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Professional Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong client-facing abilities. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work effectively in a dedicated offshore team environment serving U.S. clients. This reflects PPA's expectation of dedicated resources operating as an extension of their audit team Shift Comfortable working in U.S. business hours. Willingness to work in overlapping U.S. time zones to support client collaboration and communication. Preferred Experience Single Audit engagements under Uniform Guidance. Governmental entity audits. Nonprofit organization audits. Direct interaction with U.S. clients and audit partners. Experience managing engagements with minimal partner oversight. Experience reviewing work performed by junior staff. Exposure to audit automation and data analytics tools. Critical Hiring Criteria (Must Have) End-to-end audit experience. Single Audit experience. Governmental Audit experience. Nonprofit Audit experience. Strong U.S. GAAP and U.S. GAAS knowledge. Ability to independently run audit engagements. Excellent communication skills. Experience working directly with U.S.-based audit teams and clients. Shift Timings 03:30 PM IST – 00:30 AM IST (Indian Summers) 04:30 PM IST – 01:30 AM IST (Indian Winters)