Finance Associate

At Involve, were on a mission to bring students to the center of their own learning journeys. We believe that when students are trusted, supported, and given space to lead, they dont just learn betterthey thrive.

We started back in 2018 when our founders, Divanshu and Samyak, both fresh out of IIT Madras, chose to skip placements and instead build something that mattered. They envisioned classrooms where students werent just passive listeners, but active participants teaching, mentoring, leading, and growing together.

Today, that vision is alive and growing. Weve worked with almost 1 million students across government schools in six Indian states. Our core program, Peer Teaching, trains senior students to mentor their juniors in foundational skills like reading and math. But its about more than academicsits about building confidence, communication, problem-solving, and agency. Because we believe agency is the key to breaking cycles of inequality and helping young people truly own their futures. Over the next 5 years we look forward to creating impact for 10 million children across the length and breadth of India

We work hand-in-hand with state and district governments in places like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka. Weve been lucky to be backed by incredible partners like the Agency Fund, Acumen, Central Square Foundation, and Wells Fargo. And along the way, weve been recognized by platforms like HundrED and Reimagine Education for doing things differentlyand effectively.

But honestly, what keeps us going is our students. The girl who ran her first peer-led session with shaky hands and a steady voice. The boy who found his voice helping his classmates. The thousands of stories that remind us every day why this work matters.

Overview of the Role:

We are looking for a finance associate who will play a key role in supporting the financial health and compliance of the organization. This role involves managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, assisting with donor/grant reporting, and supporting audits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to strengthening financial processes in alignment with our mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Accounting

• Record day-to-day financial transactions, including payments, receipts, invoices, and reimbursements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accounting software (e.g., Zoho Books).
• Process payroll and employee reimbursements in keka in coordination with HR.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cash flow tracking.

Budgeting & Reporting

• Support the preparation of organizational and project budgets.
• Monitor expenditure against budgets and flag variances.
• Prepare MIS for management and donors.
• Assist in generating donation receipts and compliance with donor requirements.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns (GST, TDS, PF, etc.)
• Support annual statutory audits and donor-specific audits by providing necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Income Tax Act, and other applicable financial regulations for non-profits.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Work closely with program teams to ensure timely expense documentation and compliance.
• Suggest and implement improvements in financial processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all financial dealings.

Skills required:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 2 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit or social sector organization.
• Working knowledge of accounting standards applicable to non-profits.
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Knowledge of statutory compliances (FCRA, GST, TDS, PF, Income Tax) preferred.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and personal integrity in managing sensitive financial data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Why you should join us:

• The 15% at Involve is learning time so you can find your niche
• Non-linear growth: small team that's getting bigger hence lots of opportunity
• High Impact work; Strong ownership for your work and No hierarchy
• Young and Amazing Team (IIT, NIT, Azim Premji University, Teach for India): Read here- IIT Grad Gives Up Rs 21 Lakh/Year Job, Starts Initiative That Could Revolutionise India's Education
• We are fun. Like crazy fun & we love memes Ask anyone around :)
• We are crazy about Food, so you get brownie points for being a foodie

People we are looking for

We always hire for attitude first, smarts next and then your skills. We are looking for individuals who align with our Vision & Values and who have what it takes to solve the most complex of problems to build the next big education organisation

We promise to give you a steep growth and a great learning culture that we have built here (Read about one such experience here).

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka (Should be fluent in English. Hindi fluency will be a plus)

Compensation: INR LPA CTC (Negotiable based on experience & fit)

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