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Finance is a critical institutional function in any organisation, so also in Janaagraha. At Janaagraha, the Finance function is responsible for managing day to day accounting and payments, payroll processing, statutory and internal audits, legal compliance, donor financial reporting, annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting and monthly MIS reporting and reviews, and contracting. We are looking for a highly passionate and competent professional as Chief Financial Officer. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Finance function Assume overall responsibility for accomplishing outcomes and outputs of the Finance function covering accounting and payments, book-keeping, treasury management, budgets, forecasts and MIS, audits, donor reporting, compliance and contracting. Communicate and coordinate effectively and in a timely manner with COO and CEO and other relevant internal stakeholders such as Head-Development and Head-Strategy as part of a no surprises approach Actively collaborate with program heads to facilitate effective management of program funding; put in place systems and processes to optimise cash flow and fund flow management Identify potential financial, operational, and strategic risks, and implement mitigation plans to safeguard the organization s interests. Provide guidance and mentorship to team members including by role modelling with respect to Culture Codes; ensure all team members have learning and development plans that are accomplished in a time-bound manner Set high standards of performance across policies, processes, information systems and also service levels internally and externally, and lay down clear pathways to accomplish such standards of performance Develop and nurture industry wide networks and ascertain best practices and contemporary industry trends and practices QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Chartered Accountant and/or Cost and Management Accountant and/or Master s in Finance or Business Administration 20+ years of relevant experience in finance, accounting and compliance with at least 5 years in senior management roles Prior experience in non-profits will be a positive KEY COMPETENCIES Subject matter expertise in finance, accounting and legal and compliance, and leadership and managerial work experience of the Finance function Strong orientation towards ethics and integrity, robust corporate governance, zero tolerance approach to risk management and internal controls, and cost optimisation. Outstanding quantitative and analytical skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively with CEO, COO and other senior stakeholders internally and externally, including donors, regulators, auditors, consultants etc. Proficiency in financial information systems and technology, with an understanding of how to leverage these tools for effective and efficient financial management Ability and willingness to inspire, lead, guide and mentor team members Strong understanding of or demonstrated ability to learn and adapt quickly, legal and compliance requirements in the non-profit sector
