Meet Ankit Jain, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Mercurius & Associates LLP, the TIAG member firm in New Delhi, India. In this feature, we will gain an "Up Close & Personal" view of Ankit, both professionally and personally.
Fast Facts about Ankit Jain
Firm: Mercurius & Associates LLP
Jurisdiction & Alliance: New Delhi, India - TIAG
Member Since: 2013
Fun Facts about Ankit Jain
Favorite Movie: Top Gun
Favorite Food: Chinese
Favorite Travel Destination: Dubai
When you are not working, how do you enjoy spending your time?
When I have leisure time, I prefer to rest and relax as it's important to find a balance between work and personal life. Devoting time to family and friends, enjoying meaningful conversations, and participating in activities together are what interests me the most.
A Closer Look at Ankit Jain
What does being an accountant mean to you?
To me, being a professional means upholding high standards, continuously striving for excellence, and demonstrating commitment to one's field of work. It entails a combination of expertise and ethical behavior, as one has to be accountable and a keen learner even after being in a leadership role.
Taking the front and leading your team is another aspect of being professional while being responsible for the actions of all. Hence, setting up some unshakable ethical values is important, which one must abide by throughout the course of professional life.
What value do you and your firm receive from TAG Alliances membership?
There are numerous insightful values that we get out of TAG Alliance membership. Membership in TAG Alliances offers access to a global network of professional service providers. This network can facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities with other member firms worldwide. Being part of TAG Alliances can result in referral opportunities from other member firms and help expand our client base and generate revenue. Moreover, the training programs and resources by TAG to support the professional development of member firms' employees are a bonus. Often TAG Alliances organizes conferences, seminars, and other knowledge-sharing events, which also enables marketing and branding opportunities for the members.
What is something unique about your firm?
Mercurius & Associates LLP stands out from the crowd due to its unwavering commitment to moral values and ethics. One of the key aspects is uncompromising integrity, as integrity is at the core of everything we do. We uphold the highest honesty, transparency, and trustworthiness standards in our interactions with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. We are committed to delivering unbiased and objective advice and ensuring the best interests of our clients are always prioritized.
Do you have a favorite memory about a TAG Alliances Conference or interaction/collaboration with another TAG Alliances member?
For me, the most memorable and appreciable part about attending conferences by TAG Alliances is making connections. It does provide great opportunities to expand networks, exchange knowledge, and build relationships within the industry and across. I found many like-minded professionals coming together, sharing insights, and engaging in collaborative discussions with lots and lots of energy and enthusiasm.
With each TAG Alliances conference experience, I often come away with valuable connections, newfound inspiration, and a broader perspective about the market and industry-specific guides.
