Manager – Finance & Accounts, Chembur

Ground Zero; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ground Zero in Mumbai is seeking a Manager – Finance & Accounts to lead financial reporting, compliance, and donor reporting for a fast-growing NGO. You will collaborate with leadership and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial statements and CSR donor compliance.

The role requires 5–6 years of hands-on experience in nonprofit financial management, strong knowledge of FCRA, CSR funding, and statutory obligations, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Education: M.Com or equivalent Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting.
• Experience: 5 to 6 years in financial management, accounting, and compliance in non-profit.
• Compliance knowledge: FCRA rules, CSR funding, statutory tax withholdings, non-profit framework.

Responsibilities

• Financial management and reporting: prepare statements and budgets with real-time donor data.
• Statutory compliance and audits: manage filings and track statutory dues and audits.
• Banking and operations: oversee banking, controls, and vendor/outsourced support.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Work ethic

Education

M.Com or equivalent Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting

Job description

Role: Manager - Finance & Accounts
Experience: 5 to 6years
Salary band: 10 to 12 LPA

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Role Overview

The Manager – Finance & Accounts will work closely with the leadership team, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to manage and execute all financial, accounting, and statutory compliance processes typical of a fast-growing non-profit organization.

This role requires a multi-skilled, self-motivated professional who takes ownership of financial reporting and compliance while operating comfortably in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including cash flow statements, in compliance with applicable laws and accounting standards.
• Work closely with Program Heads to prepare, manage, and track program-specific monthly budgets.
• Maintain operating responsibility for accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and payroll processing.
• Maintain real-time donor financial data, ensuring timely donor reporting, due diligence, and compliance with CSR donor guidelines.

2. Statutory Compliance & Audits

• Maintain a comprehensive compliance calendar to ensure all statutory requirements are met without delay.
• Ensure strict adherence to accounting guidelines prescribed under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA).
• Track, process, and file all statutory dues including TDS, EPF, ESIC, Professional Tax (PT), and related tax obligations on time.
• Drive preparations for statutory, FCRA, internal, and donor audits, managing relationships with external audit teams.

3. Banking & Operations

• Oversee all organizational banking operations, ensure timely documentation, and maintain updated bank reconciliations.
• Ensure appropriate internal controls and payment clearance workflows are rigorously implemented.
• Coordinate directly with external outsourced agencies contracted for finance, tax, or compliance support.
• Present accurate, concise financial summaries and compliance reports to the CEO and Board of Directors to facilitate decision-making.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications

• Education: M.Com or equivalent Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting.
• Experience: 5 to 6 years of hands-on experience in financial management, accounting, and compliance within non-profit organizations or development sector entities of reasonable scale.
• Compliance Knowledge: Deep familiarity with FCRA rules, CSR funding compliance, statutory tax withholdings, and non-profit regulatory frameworks.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated experience handling internal program teams, external donors, auditors, and government agencies.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong foundation in modern financial reporting, with the ability to summarize complex data into actionable insights for leadership.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Work Ethic: High sense of ownership, adaptability, and comfort navigating an organization in a growth or build-up phase.

Hiring Proccess:

Step 1: Resume Shortlisting
Step 2: CFO + LeadershipMember
Step 3: Face to face round with Founder

Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This job is reposted on August 3rd, 2026, on Ground Zero

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