Ketan Parekh & Co.
Chartered Accountants · Established 2016 · Mumbai
A partnership firm of Chartered Accountants providing professional services in audit, taxation, advisory, and compliance. Operating from Mumbai with a team of 40+ professionals serving clients across multiple industries.
Professional Services at a Glance
Ketan Parekh & Co. offers a structured range of professional services designed to address the audit, taxation, advisory, and compliance requirements of organisations across diverse sectors. The firm's service delivery is grounded in professional standards as prescribed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
Audit & Assurance
Statutory, Internal, Concurrent, Stock, and Forensic Audit engagements conducted with due professional care.
Taxation & Compliance
Direct Tax and GST compliance, return filing, and advisory on applicable tax matters.
Advisory Services
Financial advisory, business structuring, and compliance advisory for entities at various stages.
Accounting Support
Bookkeeping, payroll processing, TDS compliance, and outsourced accounting functions.
About the Firm
Ketan Parekh & Co. is a partnership firm of Chartered Accountants registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The firm was established in 2016 and operates from two offices in Mumbai — at Dahisar East and Kandivali West — serving clients across Maharashtra and beyond.
The firm comprises 2 partners and a professional team of 40+ members, including qualified Chartered Accountants, semi-qualified personnel, and experienced support staff. This structure enables the firm to undertake a diverse range of professional assignments while maintaining consistent quality and adherence to professional standards.
The firm follows a structured, process-oriented, and compliance-focused approach. Engagements are conducted with emphasis on documentation, risk assessment, and timely reporting, in alignment with applicable Standards on Auditing (SAs), Accounting Standards (AS/Ind AS), and other regulatory frameworks prescribed by ICAI and relevant authorities.
The firm's approach to professional work is guided by the fundamental principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence, due care, confidentiality, and professional behaviour as enshrined in the ICAI Code of Ethics.
Firm Profile
Legal Status
Partnership Firm
Established
2016
Partners
2
Team Strength
40+ Professionals
Office Locations
Dahisar East & Kandivali West, Mumbai
Our Office Locations
The firm maintains two offices in Mumbai, enabling convenient access for clients across the metropolitan region.
Dahisar East, Mumbai
The Dahisar East office serves as a primary location for client engagements and administrative operations. It is equipped with the necessary infrastructure to support audit, taxation, and advisory assignments conducted by the firm's professional team.
Kandivali West, Mumbai
The Kandivali West office supports additional client-facing operations and professional work. Both offices maintain the requisite infrastructure and technology tools for the effective execution of professional assignments in a compliant and organised manner.
Infrastructure & Technology
The firm maintains appropriate office infrastructure and utilises licensed professional software and tools to support efficient, accurate, and compliant delivery of services. The technology framework is designed to facilitate structured data handling, reliable reporting, and organised documentation management across engagements.
Tally ERP
Licensed Tally software is used for accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting assignments, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial records.
MS Office Suite
Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and related applications are utilised for documentation, analysis, and reporting across all service lines.
Taxation Tools
Dedicated licensed taxation and compliance software tools are employed for GST, direct tax compliance, return filing, and related regulatory submissions.
Technology-Enabled Processes
The firm employs technology-enabled workflows for data handling, documentation management, and reporting to support the quality and timeliness of professional assignments.
Core Services
Audit & Assurance
Audit and assurance engagements form a significant component of the firm's professional practice. All audit assignments are conducted in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (SAs) issued by ICAI and relevant statutory requirements. The firm's audit methodology emphasises risk-based procedures, appropriate documentation, and independent professional judgement in forming opinions and conclusions.
Statutory Audit
Audit of financial statements of companies, firms, and other entities as required under the Companies Act, 2013, and applicable statutes. Engagements are conducted in accordance with SAs issued by ICAI.
Internal Audit
Systematic examination of internal controls, processes, and risk management frameworks to assist management in identifying areas for improvement and ensuring operational compliance.
Concurrent Audit
Real-time or near-real-time examination of transactions and processes, particularly relevant in banking and financial institutions, to ensure adherence to prescribed procedures and guidelines.
Stock Audit
Physical verification and valuation of inventory and stocks held at client premises or warehouses, conducted in accordance with applicable guidelines and client-specific requirements.
Forensic Audit
Investigation and review of financial records and transactions for purposes of fraud detection, dispute resolution, or regulatory enquiry, employing structured forensic procedures.
Core Services
Taxation & Compliance
The firm provides comprehensive direct and indirect taxation services to clients including companies, firms, individuals, and other entities. All compliance work is undertaken in strict accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) legislation, and other applicable statutes. The firm maintains awareness of regulatory updates, notifications, and circulars issued by relevant authorities to ensure that compliance obligations are met in a timely and accurate manner.
Direct Taxation
Direct Tax Compliance — Preparation and filing of income tax returns for entities across various categories of assessees in compliance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.
TDS Compliance — Computation, deduction, deposit, and return filing for Tax Deducted at Source obligations applicable to the client's transactions and payroll.
Advance Tax & Self-Assessment — Estimation and compliance with advance tax obligations and self-assessment tax requirements.
GST & Indirect Taxation
GST Compliance — Preparation and filing of GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, and other applicable GST returns in accordance with the Central Goods and Services Tax Act and Rules.
GST Reconciliation — Reconciliation of input tax credit claims, GSTR-2A/2B matching, and annual return preparation.
Return Filing Support — Assistance in the timely and accurate filing of periodic and annual returns across applicable indirect tax frameworks.
Core Services
Accounting & Support Services
The firm provides accounting support and outsourced services to organisations that require structured and compliant maintenance of financial records. These services are delivered in accordance with applicable Accounting Standards and regulatory requirements, utilising licensed accounting software and technology-enabled processes. The firm's accounting support function is designed to assist organisations in maintaining accurate, up-to-date, and audit-ready financial records.
Bookkeeping
Systematic recording and maintenance of financial transactions in appropriate books of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax requirements.
Payroll Processing
Computation and processing of employee payroll including salary calculations, statutory deductions (PF, ESI, PT), and generation of payslips in accordance with applicable labour regulations.
TDS Compliance
End-to-end management of TDS obligations including computation, deduction, timely deposit, and quarterly return filing with the Income Tax Department.
Outsourcing Support
Accounting and data processing support for organisations requiring outsourced execution of accounting functions, financial reporting, and related back-office operations.
Core Services
Advisory Services
The firm provides advisory services to assist clients in navigating financial, structural, and compliance-related matters. Advisory engagements are undertaken with objectivity and professional care, drawing upon the experience and competencies of the firm's partners and professional team. Advice and recommendations are based on applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards in force at the time of the engagement.
Financial Advisory
Advisory on financial planning, cash flow management, working capital, and related financial matters to assist organisations and individuals in structured decision-making. All advisory is provided within the scope permissible under ICAI guidelines and applicable regulations.
Business Structuring
Guidance on the selection and structuring of appropriate business entities — including proprietorships, partnerships, LLPs, and companies — based on the client's operational, regulatory, and tax considerations as applicable under Indian law.
Compliance Advisory
Advisory on applicable regulatory, statutory, and procedural compliance requirements under various laws including the Companies Act, 2013, GST legislation, Income Tax Act, FEMA, and other applicable statutes, as relevant to the client's circumstances.
Core Competencies
The firm has developed professional competencies in specific areas of practice through structured engagement experience and ongoing professional development. These competencies represent areas where the firm's team has accumulated professional exposure across diverse client engagements and industry contexts. The following areas represent the firm's focused areas of professional competence, undertaken in accordance with applicable professional standards.
Internal Audit & Risk Assessment
The firm undertakes internal audit engagements with a risk-based approach, assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying risk exposures, and providing structured observations and recommendations to management. Engagements are conducted in accordance with applicable standards and the terms of the audit mandate.
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Stock Audit & Physical Verification
Physical verification of inventory, assets, and stocks at client premises or warehouses, conducted in accordance with prescribed procedures and client-specific terms of reference. Observations on discrepancies, valuation, and compliance with applicable accounting policies are reported in a structured manner.
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Fraud Detection & Forensic Review
Forensic review engagements are undertaken to identify, investigate, and document instances of suspected financial fraud or irregularities. The firm employs structured forensic procedures to examine financial records, transactions, and related documentation, with findings reported objectively to the appropriate authority.
Process Improvement & Control Systems
Review and assessment of existing business processes and internal control frameworks, with structured recommendations for improvement in process design, documentation, and control effectiveness. Engagements are focused on assisting organisations in strengthening their internal control environment in alignment with applicable standards and best practices.
Industries Served
The firm serves clients across a range of industries and sectors, including both private and public sector organisations. Professional assignments are undertaken in each sector in accordance with the applicable regulatory framework, sector-specific guidelines, and ICAI professional standards. The diversity of the firm's client base enables its professional team to maintain broad sectoral awareness while delivering structured, compliant professional services.
No client names or identifying details are disclosed on this website. The firm adheres strictly to the principle of client confidentiality as required under the ICAI Code of Ethics.
The firm undertakes professional assignments across the above sectors, subject to applicable independence requirements and professional standards. Sectoral diversity in the firm's practice enables its professionals to engage with varied regulatory frameworks, accounting treatments, and compliance requirements applicable across industries.
Professional Network
PAN-India Network
GRAMP Network
Ketan Parekh & Co. is a member of the GRAMP Network, a PAN-India association of Chartered Accountant firms. The network comprises professional firms with presence across multiple cities in India, facilitating collaborative engagement where multi-location or specialised professional capacity is required.
Membership of the GRAMP Network enables the firm to co-ordinate with other member firms in the delivery of professional services involving assignments that extend beyond a single location. Network membership and collaborative arrangements are maintained in compliance with ICAI guidelines on networking and association of CA firms.
International Association
Falconflow Tax Consultant LLC — Dubai, UAE
The firm maintains an association with Falconflow Tax Consultant LLC, an international practice based in Dubai, UAE. Falconflow provides tax, accounting, and advisory services in the UAE and is engaged in cross-border professional work involving India-UAE related matters.
This association enables co-ordination on professional assignments involving UAE-based operations, cross-border tax considerations, and international accounting requirements, subject to the applicable laws and regulations of each jurisdiction. The association is maintained on a factual, professional basis in accordance with ICAI guidelines.
Leadership
Our Partners
The firm is led by its partners, who collectively bring professional experience across audit, taxation, forensic accounting, banking, and financial analytics. All partners are Fellow Members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
CA Ketan B. Parekh
Qualifications
B.Com., F.C.A.
Membership No.
159806
Designation
Managing Partner
CA Ketan B. Parekh is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. He holds the degree of Bachelor of Commerce and is the Managing Partner of the firm. His professional experience encompasses audit engagements, forensic accounting assignments, and advisory work across a range of industries. He is responsible for overseeing the firm's overall professional practice, engagement quality, and compliance with applicable ICAI standards and regulations.
CA Ketan B. Parekh can be reached at: ketanparekh@icai.org
CA Zarna Parekh Mehta
Qualifications
B.Com., F.C.A.
Membership No.
178817
Designation
Partner
CA Zarna Parekh Mehta is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. She holds the degree of Bachelor of Commerce and is a Partner of the firm. Her professional experience includes assignments in the banking sector, credit risk assessment, and financial analytics. She contributes to the firm's professional practice across audit, banking-related engagements, and financial advisory assignments.
Associate Partners & Professional Team
In addition to the firm's partners, the professional practice is supported by associate partners and a team of qualified professionals engaged across audit, taxation, and compliance assignments.
CA Maulik Vira
F.C.A. — Associate Partner
CA Maulik Vira is a Fellow Member of ICAI and serves as Associate Partner at the firm, contributing to professional assignments across the firm's service lines.
CA Rachana Ramankutty
F.C.A.
CA Rachana Ramankutty is a Fellow Member of ICAI and is part of the firm's professional team, contributing to audit, taxation, and related assignments.
Professional Support Team
The firm is supported by a team of qualified Chartered Accountants, semi-qualified personnel pursuing the CA curriculum, and experienced support staff. The team assists in the execution of professional assignments across audit, taxation, accounting, and compliance functions. The firm places emphasis on the professional development of its team members through structured training, internal knowledge-sharing, and ongoing continuing professional education in alignment with ICAI requirements.
Insights & Knowledge Resources
The firm periodically publishes educational and informational content on matters relating to taxation, regulatory compliance, and professional practice. All content published on this platform is intended solely for educational and informational purposes and does not constitute professional advice. Readers are advised to seek specific professional guidance before acting on any information contained in these publications.
All knowledge resources published on this website are for informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute solicitation of professional work or professional advice on any specific matter. The firm bears no responsibility for actions taken based on the information provided without seeking independent professional guidance.
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Tax Updates
Periodic updates on significant changes in direct and indirect tax laws, notifications, circulars, and clarifications issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), and other authorities.
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Compliance Alerts
Timely alerts on upcoming compliance due dates, regulatory filings, and statutory obligations under the Income Tax Act, GST legislation, Companies Act, and other applicable statutes — for informational awareness only.
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Articles & Publications
Articles and technical write-ups on matters of professional interest, including interpretations of regulatory provisions, accounting standards, and emerging areas of practice, published for educational dissemination among professionals and clients.
Contact Us
For professional enquiries, please reach out to the firm through the contact details provided below. The firm's offices are located at Dahisar East and Kandivali West in Mumbai. All communications received are treated with confidentiality in accordance with the firm's professional obligations under the ICAI Code of Ethics.
Office Locations
Dahisar East, Mumbai
Primary office location for professional engagements, client meetings, and administrative correspondence.
Kandivali West, Mumbai
Secondary office location supporting client engagements and professional assignments in the western suburbs of Mumbai.
Contact Details
Correspondence by email is preferred for formal professional matters. The firm will endeavour to acknowledge written communications within 2 working days.
Disclaimer
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and do not constitute solicitation or professional advice. The information provided is not intended to advertise or solicit clients. This website has been prepared in compliance with the guidelines issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) regarding websites of Chartered Accountant firms.
The information contained on this website is provided solely for general informational purposes. Nothing on this website is intended to constitute, and should not be construed as, professional advice on any specific matter. The contents of this website are not directed at any specific individual or entity and are not intended to solicit professional assignments or to advertise the firm's services in any manner inconsistent with the ICAI Code of Ethics or the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949.
Readers and visitors to this website are advised to seek independent professional advice from a qualified Chartered Accountant before acting upon any information contained herein. The firm does not accept any responsibility or liability for actions taken by any person on the basis of information available on this website without obtaining appropriate professional guidance.
All professional services are rendered by Ketan Parekh & Co. subject to the terms of individual engagement letters and in accordance with applicable professional standards, regulatory requirements, and the firm's internal quality control policies. References to the firm's areas of practice, professional competencies, and network affiliations are factual statements made for informational purposes only and are not intended as promotional or comparative claims.
This website does not display client names, client logos, testimonials, or any information that could identify individual clients, in compliance with the confidentiality obligations prescribed under the ICAI Code of Ethics.
Privacy Policy
Ketan Parekh & Co. is committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information provided by visitors to this website and by clients and prospective clients of the firm. This Privacy Policy outlines the manner in which information received through this website is collected, used, and protected. This policy is applicable to all visitors and users of the website at www.cakp.in.
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Collection of Information
Information voluntarily provided by visitors through contact forms, email communications, or enquiry submissions on this website is collected solely for the purpose of responding to professional enquiries. The firm does not collect personally identifiable information beyond what is necessary for such purposes. The website does not collect information through cookies or tracking technologies beyond standard technical logs that may be generated by the hosting environment.
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Use of Information
Information received through this website is used exclusively for the purpose for which it is provided — primarily to respond to professional enquiries and communications. The firm does not use information submitted through the website for marketing, profiling, or any purpose other than the specific professional engagement or enquiry to which it relates. Contact details and information provided by visitors will not be shared with any third party except where required by law or by the terms of a specific professional engagement.
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Confidentiality
All information received from clients, prospective clients, and enquirers is treated as confidential in accordance with the firm's professional obligations under the ICAI Code of Ethics and the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949. The firm maintains appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard information against unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse. Client-related information received during professional engagements is subject to strict confidentiality obligations independently of this Privacy Policy.
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Contact & Communications
When you contact the firm through the email addresses or telephone numbers listed on this website, the information provided in such communications will be used solely for the purpose of addressing the relevant professional matter or enquiry. Contact details provided will not be used for unsolicited marketing communications. The firm reserves the right to retain records of professional communications for a reasonable period as required for professional and regulatory purposes.
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Amendments
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in applicable law, regulatory requirements, or the firm's internal practices. Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically. Continued use of this website following any amendment to the Privacy Policy shall be deemed to constitute acceptance of the revised policy.
For any queries or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact the firm at info@cakp.in.