Article Trainee

Company Description H N A & Co LLP is a trusted Chartered Accountant firm established in 1988 by Madhukar N Hiregange, focused on delivering value-added professional services in Indirect Taxation, including GST, Customs, FTP, Service Tax, and Central Excise. The firm has 23 partners and a team of over 400 professionals serving clients through multiple offices across India, including major cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, and Raipur. With more than 35 years of practice, the firm is built on a strong foundation of ethics and integrity. H N A & Co LLP is widely recognized for its commitment to client-focused service, value addition, and excellence in delivery. Joining the firm offers exposure to diverse industries and complex taxation matters in a collaborative professional environment.

Role Description The Article Trainee will support the tax and audit teams in day-to-day assignments related to Indirect Taxation, including GST and other relevant laws. Responsibilities include assisting in preparing and reviewing working papers, drafting responses and documentation for tax assessments, and supporting compliance activities such as returns, reconciliations, and filings. The trainee will conduct basic research on tax provisions, update internal knowledge databases, and help in preparing reports, presentations, and client communication. The role also involves coordinating with seniors and partners on client engagements, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to firm policies and timelines. This is an internship role, based on-site in Raipur.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in commerce, accounting, finance, or a related field; CA students or candidates pursuing professional qualifications in accounting or taxation are preferred.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and an interest in Indirect Taxation, especially GST and related laws.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to work with accounting or tax software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear working papers and client-ready documentation.
• Attention to detail, strong analytical and numerical skills, and a structured approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work on-site in Raipur, collaborate within teams, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines with professionalism and integrity.
• Willingness to learn, openness to feedback, and commitment to maintaining high ethical standards in all assignments.