Finance Manager

Council on Energy, Environment and Water; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) invites applications for a Finance Manager to lead budgeting, donor fund utilization, and financial reporting. You will oversee statutory compliance, audits, and financial forecasting, aligning financial strategy with program goals.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in finance within the nonprofit sector, with proficiency in Tally/Zoho/QuickBooks and advanced Excel, and a track record of producing MIS for decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (essential).
• MBA in Finance or related field (preferred) and professional CA/CPA/CMA (desirable).
• 5–7+ years in finance/accounting, nonprofit sector preferred.
• Experience with GST, TDS, and FCRA compliance for Indian NPOs.
• Proficiency in Tally/Zoho Books/QuickBooks; Excel; ability to produce MIS and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage organizational and project budgets.
• Ensure statutory compliance and donor fund reporting.
• Oversee audits and financial statements.
• Support funding alignment with project deliverables.
• Provide financial insights via MIS/PowerPoint for decisions.
• Maintain internal controls and data security.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Donor funds management

Compliance management

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

MBA in Finance/Accounting

CA/CPA/CMA

Tools

Tally

Zoho Books

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Council on Energy, Environment and Water | Full time

Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi

Terms of Reference

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don't stand for!) as an employer. So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy

We offer strong visionary leadership – with emphasis on research and impact at scale

We actively promote leadership through initiative

We celebrate talent and ambition

You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow

You will learn faster than your peers in other organizations

Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW

You will get above-market remuneration

We provide a safe space for all

At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation Offered

Team/Focus area

Finance

Location

Reporting to

Head of Finance

Purpose

The purpose of the Finance Manager role at CEEW is to ensure robust financial management and sustainability by overseeing budgeting, compliance, donor fund utilization, and reporting. The role involves aligning financial strategies with organizational goals, maintaining transparency, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. By providing accurate financial insights and fostering efficient resource allocation, the Finance Manager supports CEEW’s mission to drive impactful research and solutions in energy, environment, and sustainable development.

Job duties and accountabilities

• Develop and manage organizational and project budgets to align with strategic goals.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, including GST, TDS, and FCRA.
• Review Grant and consultancy agreements and take care of all ongoing compliance related to these agreements.
• Oversee financial reporting for donors, stakeholders, and management.
• Manage cash flow, fund utilization, and financial forecasting.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of findings.
• Monitor and control expenses to ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Manage payroll processing and vendor payments with accuracy and compliance.
• Provide financial insights in the form of creative MIS or PowerPoint presentations to support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain robust financial systems, policies, and internal controls.
• Manage all types of audits (Statutory, FCRA and Internal) and ensure queries are not repeated.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Collaborate with program teams to align funding with project deliverables.
• Mitigate financial risks and recommend cost‑saving measures.
• Help automation and migration process for accounting and other related processes.
• Ensuring all organisational policies are implemented and providing training as per the need.
• Oversee the use of financial software and ensure data security.

Selection Criteria

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (essential).
• A master’s degree or MBA in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent (highly desirable).

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably within the non‑profit sector.
• Proven track record of managing donor funds, project budgets, and financial reporting.
• Experience with compliance in areas like FCRA, TDS, and GST for Indian NPOs.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks).
• Advanced skills in Excel and financial analysis tools, Able to make PowerPoint presentations and MIS formats for reporting purposes
• Knowledge of non‑profit accounting standards and fund accounting.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• CEEW operates in a dynamic environment and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation – commensurate to the experience and matching the best of standards

adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal opportunity employer and the selection process does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciate your choice.