Finance Officer - India

Navitas; New Delhi; Vor Ort; INR 450.000 - 650.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Navitas is seeking a Finance Officer to support finance operations in India and internationally. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, payment processing, banking, payroll support, financial reporting, and tax compliance across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate will have CA/CA Intermediate with 3–4 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management are essential in a fast-paced, global environment.

Qualifikationen

• CA / CA Intermediate or equivalent, with 3–4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and quality of work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Strong self-management, prioritization, and ownership skills with proven ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Desirable experience in educational sector or services to international students.

Aufgaben

• Scrutinize expense invoices and claims, ensuring accurate processing in line with company policies, accounting standards, and statutory requirements.
• Manage end-to-end payment processing, accounts payable/receivable, and banking operations, including SA region transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records, fixed asset registers, and ensure expenditures are recorded and aligned with forecasts and internal controls.
• Ensure full compliance with tax regulations, including TDS and GST, in coordination with external advisors.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, and external stakeholders to resolve queries and ensure smooth financial operations and audit processes.
• Support preparation of monthly financial reports, management presentations, and assist in budgeting and financial forecasting activities.
• Handle updates of authorized bank signatories and assist with payroll processing and other finance-related administrative tasks.
• Contribute to strategic finance initiatives and provide support across cross-functional and operational requirements as assigned by management.

Kenntnisse

CA / CA Intermediate

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Ausbildung

CA / CA Intermediate or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Finance Officer

Navitas is seeking a financially astute, diligent and highly organized Finance Officer to support the delivery of finance operations in India and across our international business.

Based in India, this role will provide finance support to regional operations, working closely with finance teams, business stakeholders and external service providers. The role provides a broad range of finance support, including accounts payable and receivable, payment processing, banking, payroll support, financial reporting, tax compliance and offshore accounting activities.

The Finance Officer will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely and compliant financial transactions, and supporting consistent finance processes across multiple entities and locations.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially aware and detail-oriented, with strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Scrutinize expense invoices and claims, ensuring accurate processing in line with company policies, accounting standards, and statutory requirements.
• Manage end-to-end payment processing, accounts payable/receivable, and banking operations, including SA region transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records, fixed asset registers, and ensure all expenditures are correctly recorded and aligned with forecasts and internal controls.
• Ensure full compliance with tax regulations, including TDS (deduction, deposit, certificates, returns) and GST, in coordination with external advisors.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, and external stakeholders to resolve queries and ensure smooth financial operations and audit processes.
• Support preparation of monthly financial reports, management presentations, and assist in budgeting and financial forecasting activities.
• Handle updates of authorized bank signatories and assist with payroll processing and other finance-related administrative tasks.
• Contribute to strategic finance initiatives and provide support across cross-functional and operational requirements as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Selection Criteria

Essential

• Professional qualification such as CA / CA Intermediate or equivalent, with 3–4 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and quality of work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Strong self-management, prioritization, and ownership skills with proven ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Desirable

• Relevant educational industry experience, particularly with the tertiary sector or with entities providing services to international students

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Strong communication skills with excellent command of spoken and written English and Hindi, along with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid knowledge of TDS, GST, and other applicable tax regulations with practical understanding of compliance requirements.
• Proficient in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Office tools (especially Excel), with strong data handling and reporting skills.
• Confident presentation and interpersonal skills with a professional, friendly, and collaborative approach.
• High integrity with strong attention to detail, patience, discretion in handling sensitive information, and a commitment to accuracy and accountability.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Accurate and timely maintenance of employee records and office financial documentation.
• Consistent adherence to timelines across all financial processes and reporting cycles.
• Strong compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and statutory requirements.
• Efficient and smooth day-to-day financial operations across regional offices.
• High levels of stakeholder satisfaction, including staff and UP hosting partners.

About Navitas

Navitas is a leading global education provider supporting more than 60,000 students each year through innovative, life-changing learning opportunities around the world. You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization where your work directly contributes to helping learners achieve their goals.

Applications will close on 23 November 2026.

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