Chief of Staff

Centre for Wildlife Studies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre for Wildlife Studies in Bengaluru is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all accounting and financial operations. You will manage day-to-day accounting, lead ERP implementations, and ensure timely processing of expenses, payments, and audits.

The role requires 6–8 years in development-sector finance, with experience in NGO budgets and compliance, including FCRA and statutory filings. Applicants should have CA/MBA Finance and proficiency in Tally ERP 9.

Qualifications

• At least 6-8 years of experience managing finance for a development sector organization.
• Experience handling annual operating budgets upwards of 10-15 crores.
• CA/CA Inter or MBA Finance preferred; strong accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review day-to-day accounting using Tally or other software.
• Lead end-to-end ERP implementation across Finance, HR, and Operations.
• Process employee expenses and vendor payments accurately and timely.

Education

CA / CA Inter or MBA Finance

Tools

Tally ERP 9

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Can you harness your finance and accounting expertise to make a meaningful impact on wildlife conservation in India? In this role, you’ll be managing all finance and accounting requirements for the Centre for Wildlife Studies.

Location: Bangalore

Type: Full Time

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and review on a day-to-day basis using Tally or other accounting software
• Lead the end-to-end implementation of ERP systems, ensuring seamless integration across Finance, Accounts, HR, and Operations
• Verifying and processing employee expenses and vendor payments in a timely and accurate manner
• Attending statutory & internal audits, due diligence, providing necessary information & clarifications, liaising with auditors
• Ensure effective project accounting, accurate job cost reporting, and timely analysis of financial projections for all active projects, as required by management
• Regularly manage and coordinate all fiscal reporting activities for the organization, including revenue and expense tracking, balance sheet reporting, submissions to funding agencies, and the development and monitoring of organizational and contract/grant budgets
• Preparation of Financial MIS in customized formats tailored to the requirements of different stakeholders
• Investment & Fund Management
• Ensure effective liquidity management and maintain optimal cash and fund flow to meet operational and strategic requirements
• Preparation, execution, and reporting of budgets, including analysis of Budget vs. Actuals, Financial vs. Physical performance, and Physical vs. Impact metrics
• Provide the company’s management with a comprehensive operating budget
• Ensuring compliance with FCRA and other applicable legal and statutory regulations
• Ensure timely and accurate periodic filings of Returns, Income Tax, TDS, EPF, Professional Tax, and FCRA
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable – Maintenance and Follow-up
• Providing cost analysis support and ensuring compliance with all contractual and programmatic requirements
• Ensure that all expenditures comply with organizational guidelines and implement measures to prevent fraud and misuse of funds
  
  

Required Skills

• At least 6-8 years of experience in managing finance for a Development Sector Organization.
• Work experience in a National Level Organization with Annual Operating Budgets upwards of 10-15 crores per annum
• Education: CA/ CA – Inter or MBA Finance.
• Working knowledge of Tally – preferably ERP 9.00 version.
• Excellent analytical thinking, financial acumen with speed and accuracy, communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite. ERP
• Results-driven and self-motivated with the ability to independently work and inspire the pursuit of excellence.
• This position will be responsible for all activities pertaining to Finance & Accounts of CWS.
• Should be well versed with F&A operations and must have experience in Trust/NGO set up.
  
  

Application Process

• Letter of Intent (1 – 2 pages), describing personal interest and experience
• Resume/CV with relevant work experience
• References (minimum of 3 with contact details)
  
  

To apply, either fill out this form or write to Akhil SP ([e-mail]) with the subject line “Application for Finance Manager.”