ImpactGuru - Finance Head - CA (8-14 yrs)

Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning:

- Develop and implement financial strategies in alignment with the organization's mission, goals, and objectives.

- Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop realistic and strategic budgets.

- Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide regular reports to the executive team and Board of Directors.

Financial Management and Compliance:

- Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.

- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and legal requirements.

- Manage relationships with auditors, regulatory agencies, and financial institutions.

Risk Management and Internal Controls:

- Identify financial risks and implement appropriate risk management strategies.

- Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets and mitigate financial risks.

Grant Management and Donor Reporting:

- Manage financial aspects of grants and contracts, including budget development, reporting, and compliance.

- Coordinate with program managers to ensure accurate and timely reporting to donors and funding agencies.

Financial Sustainability and Growth:

- Work with the executive team to develop strategies for financial sustainability and growth.

- Explore opportunities for diversifying revenue streams and maximizing financial resources.

Team Leadership and Development:

- Provide leadership and direction to the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Mentor and develop finance staff, supporting their professional growth and development.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA or CA preferred.

- Proven experience as a Finance Head or senior finance in the NGO sector preferred

- Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management, including fund accounting, grant management, and compliance.

- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement financial strategies to support organizational goals.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Effective communicator with the ability to present financial information to diverse stakeholders.

- Strategic thinker with a commitment to transparency, integrity, and accountability.