Head of Finance

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Planning & StrategyLead annual and quarterly budgeting, re-forecasting, and scenario planning.Align financial strategy with programmatic and fundraising priorities.Develop cashflow management frameworks to ensure adequate runway and liquidity.Financial Operations & ComplianceOversee accounting, audits, and all statutory compliance (Companies Act, FCRA, IncomeTax, CSR law).Strengthen internal controls, policies, and processes for accuracy and efficiency.Ensure timely donor and statutory reporting with high-quality documentation.Management Reporting & InsightsProduce monthly MIS with variance analysis, trend insights, and efficiency metrics.Partner with program and functional heads to drive cost efficiency and informeddecision-making.Anticipate financial risks (e.g., regulatory, liquidity, donor delays) and propose mitigation plans.Leadership & CollaborationManage and mentor the existing finance team, building technical depth and leadershipcapacity.Work cross-functionally with Fundraising, MERL, Tech, and HR to enable financially sounddecision-making.Drive adoption of tech-enabled solutions for finance operations and MIS.SKILLS & EDUCATIONQualifications: CA / ICWA / MBA (Finance) with 8+ years of relevant experience.Sector Experience: Strong understanding of NGO finance, especially FCRA, CSR funding, anddonor compliance.Technical Expertise: Financial modelling, cashflow management, MIS, and audit readiness.Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage teams and build capacity.Analytical Ability: Skilled in variance analysis, cost efficiency, and risk management.Technology Orientation: Comfortable with accounting software, MIS dashboards, and automationtools.Soft Skills: Strong communication, ability to influence non-finance colleagues, and a collaborativemindset.Values Fit: Commitment to transparency, accountability, and Indus Actions mission of enablingaccess to social protection.

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