Switch ON

1 week ago

Kolkata, India Environment Conservation Society Full time

Finance Lead


Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and sharp Finance Lead to oversee the financial management and compliance of SwitchON Foundations EarthON Project.

The role involves managing multiple project finances across organizations, ensuring statutory and donor compliance, coordinating audits, and developing financial models and reporting systems.

The Finance Lead will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial discipline and effective program delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Budgeting & Financial Planning:

- Lead the preparation of budgets and financial plans across multiple projects.

- Ensure alignment of budgets with organizational and donor objectives.

- Review forecasts periodically to optimize fund utilization and resource allocation.

Compliance & Statutory Adherence:

- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, donor requirements, and policies such as FCRA and US 501(c)(3).

- Maintain proper documentation of compliance records and statutory filings.

- Ensure timely submission of reports and returns to donors and authorities.

Audit & Financial Control:

- Coordinate statutory, donor, and internal audits for multiple projects.

- Ensure timely resolution and closure of audit observations.

- Strengthen internal financial controls to promote transparency and accountability.

Reporting & Donor Management:

- Develop donor-specific financial reporting systems.

- Prepare and submit accurate and timely donor reports.

- Create dashboards and analytical tools for management oversight.

Analysis & Decision Support:

- Conduct financial analysis to monitor project performance and fund utilization.

- Identify risks and recommend corrective financial actions.

- Support senior management with financial models for program decision-making.

Collaboration & Process Improvement:

- Work closely with program and finance teams for effective financial coordination.

- Streamline financial reporting and operational workflows.

- Enhance efficiency of financial processes across departments.

Leadership & Capacity Building:

- Mentor and guide finance staff in technical and analytical skills.

- Build team capacity to manage donor reporting and compliance.

- Foster a culture of discipline, accountability, and timely delivery.

Cash Flow & Fund Utilization:

- Monitor fund inflows, cash reserves, and project expenditures.

- Ensure timely disbursement of funds for project activities.

- Maintain adequate liquidity for smooth program Proven expertise in budgeting, audit coordination, compliance, and financial modeling.

- Proficiency in Tally, Microsoft Excel (dashboards, pivot tables, analysis), and Google Sheets.

- Experience in donor reporting systems and familiarity with M&E frameworks.

- Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.

Education:

- Masters Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or related field.

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is desirable.

Language:

- English & Hindi (Bengali preferred but not mandatory).

Other Requirements:

- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

- Willingness to travel extensively as per program requirements

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