Chief Financial Officer

Role Name - Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Financial Leadership:
• Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, driving financial strategies that align with the organizations mission and long-term goals.
• Advise the Managing Trustee, CEO and Board of Directors on financial planning, organizational risk, and sustainability strategies.
• Lead efforts to secure and optimize funding streams, including grants, donations, and partnerships, to ensure the financial health of the organization. 2. Financial Planning and Budgeting:
• Oversee the development of multi-year financial plans and annual budgets that support strategic priorities.
• Lead financial forecasting processes to assess and anticipate future funding needs and organizational expenditures.
• Provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making and ensure the efficient allocation of resources. 3. Operational Financial Management:
• Supervise accounting, treasury, and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with all regulatory and donor requirements.
• Implement and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard financial assets and mitigate risk.
• Oversee payroll, tax filings, and all financial operations to maintain organizational efficiency. 4. Risk Management and Governance:
• Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the organizations financial stability.
• Collaborate with the leadership and its committees to present comprehensive financial analyses, audit findings, and strategic recommendations.
• Drive organizational compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks relevant to non-profit operations. 5. Grants and Donor Management:
• Design and implement financial systems that meet the specific needs of donors and partners
• Ensure compliance with all grant conditions, including detailed financial reporting and timely submissions. 6. Leveraging systems and tools in Finance
• Lead the adoption of financial technologies (FinTech) to optimize operations, including automation of financial processes, implementation of ERP systems, and use of analytics for realtime financial insights.
• Evaluate and integrate software solutions to enhance efficiency in budgeting, reporting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure cybersecurity measures are in place to protect financial data and systems. 7. Policy formation and implementation
• Developing and supervising the maintenance of SOPs, procedures, manuals, and guidelines for operational excellence
• These tools collectively reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risks and enhance transparency and informed decision-making while aligning with strategic organizational goals. 8. Team Development and Leadership:
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team capable of executing the organizations strategic objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
• Serve as a role model for ethical leadership and commitment to the organization's mission. Skills and qualifications
• Experience in Real Estate, Construction, Project Finance is preferrable
• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable strategies.
• Deep knowledge of non-profit financial management, including grant compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across all levels.
• Leadership acumen with a demonstrated ability to drive change, inspire teams, and build organizational capacity.
• Passion for social impact and alignment with the mission and values of India Autism Center. Preferred qualifications
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Advanced degree (MBA in Finance or equivalent) or professional certifications such as CA, CPA, or CFA are mandatory requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Location - Kolkata