Associate Finance Manager

HireGenie | Finance Recruitment Expert; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A Reputed Non-profit Organisation in Chennai seeks an Assistant Manager - Finance to oversee accounts payable, payroll and compliance. The role focuses on accurate reporting to donors and timely financial operations across a nonprofit setup.

The candidate will manage audits, improve processes and coordinate with cross-functional teams to support governance and scale.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance management for nonprofit organisations preferred.
• Solid understanding of statutory regulations and tax filings.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, payroll processing and reimbursements.
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping, month-end closures and MIS reporting.
• Ensure statutory compliance and lead audits.
• Oversee treasury, donor inflows and cash flow planning.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial processes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Commerce

Tools

QuickBooks

Tally

Zoho Books

MS Excel

Job description

Assistant Manager - Finance - A Reputed Non-profitable Organisation, Chennai

Job Summary: Our client is keen to hire aAssistant Manager - Finance with 4+years of experience in managing Accounts and Finance of the organisation. The ideal candidate will oversee financial operations, focusing on accounts payable, payroll, statutory compliance, audits and timely reporting to the donors as per the requirement. They will collaborate for cross-functional teams in completing the assigned tasks.

This role also involves in ensuring timely payments, accurate payroll processing, and compliance with regulatory requirements, as well as maintaining smooth financial operations in the organisation.

About the Organisation: A reputed non‑profit organisation working to empower underprivileged children through education and to drive impactful civic initiatives. Its work spans diverse areas including animal welfare, community development, disability support, environmental sustainability, rural development, healthcare etc., with the active participation of over 1lakh volunteers across multiple states in India.

Designation: Assistant Manager - Finance/Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction Management & Payroll: Manage accounts payable, employee reimbursements, and payroll processing.
• Accounting, MIS & Financial Discipline: Ensure accurate bookkeeping, timely month-end closures, and high-quality MIS reporting.
• Statutory Compliance & Audit: Ensure full compliance with Income Tax, FCRA (if applicable), and other statutory requirements; lead audits.
• Treasury, Receivables & Cash Flow: Oversee bank reconciliations, donor inflows, receivables, and cash flow planning.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement: Strengthen SOPs, internal controls, and financial processes to support governance and scale.

Key Requirements:

• Experience in the non-profit sector is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of statutory regulations (TDS, PF, ESI, Professional Tax) and tax filings.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Tally, Zoho Books) and advanced skills in MS Excel.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, vendor management, and process improvement strategies.
• Ability to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders effectively.

Education: SQCA/ CMA/ Bachelor's/ Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field

Experience: 4-5 years of experience (1-5 years of experience in financial management)

Working Days: Mon - Fri (1st and 3rd Saturday working)

Interview Process: Technical + Pre work assessment + Leadership team’s/ HR discussion

Contact Details: For more details on this vacancy, contact Ayush at [e-mail].