Finance Assistant

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing heath challenges.

PATH is seeking a Finance Associate who will be responsible for PATH India. PATH began its work in India in the late 1990s, bringing governments, communities, private-sector companies, and experienced public health practitioners together to address some of the country’s most crucial health problems. Today, PATH’s India projects focus on TB/HIV, vaccines, nutrition, heath innovation, and more. PATH’s India country program engages with various stakeholders and target groups for which creation of compelling content is essential.

This position shall report to the Finance Officer.

**Responsibilities**:
Accounting:

- Recording of Vendor invoices in Business World (BW) and Salesforce.
- Review all Accounts payable invoices, Purchase orders, GRN, etc.
- Maintenance of supporting documentation in Business World (BW) and Salesforce.
- Ensure timely processing of travel claims.
- Booking of General Ledger Journal entries as and when needed.
- Manage Petty cash for the country office.
- Ensure payments are made to the employees and vendors within defined timelines.
- Implement finance process to strengthen internal control.
- Ensure the accuracy of project code, cost center, GL codes, etc.
- Should be familiar with the various legal compliance applicable to PATH India office.
- Support in the process of bank payments.
- Vendor creation and verification in Business world.
- Recording of Local books of accounts in tally.
- Ensure accuracy of the BW and Tally and prepare various reconciliations.
- Any other related tasks as assigned from time to time.

Month-End Closure:

- Assist the Finance officer
- Settlement of GL’s, follow up on any pending items if any.
- Filing of GST returns
- TDS return and reconciliation.
- Any other related tasks as assigned from time to time.

Documents Management:

- Ensure supporting documentation and secure to be easily retrievable.
- Implement policies and procedures to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure and stored in compliance with current compliance standards and legislation.

Audits:

- Support Finance officer in Various audits such as Statutory, Internal, and Donor Audits

Required skills and experience:

- Graduate in commerce with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Finance and Accounting.
- Knowledge of local laws of India and recent amendments.
- Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word, BW, and sales force.
- Well-organized and attentive to details with good follow-through skills.
- Excellent communication skills (interpersonal skills in English is a must)
- Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
- PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued._
- PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment._
- PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law._