Finance cum Admin Manager

Job Description

The Finance & Administration Manager will oversee financial operations, field logistics, procurement processes, and administrative support to ensure smooth implementation of the Education Strengthening Project across intervention districts in Himachal Pradesh. The role requires hands-on coordination between field teams, vendors, and internal departments to maintain financial integrity and timely logistical support. Project Duration: 9 months (Contractual) Location: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh (with periodic field travel) Remuneration: Upto INR 50,000 pm KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Management Develop and manage project budgets, expenditure tracking, and forecasting Ensure compliance with donor, organizational, and regulatory financial guidelines Prepare financial reports, including variance analysis and fund utilization updates Oversee payments, advance settlements, and reconciliation processes Liaise with auditors and finance teams for periodic review and documentation Administration & Logistics Coordinate logistics for trainings, workshops, field visits, and events Manage procurement of goods and services aligned with project needs and donor norms Maintain asset registers, inventory logs, and documentation archives Supervise local support staff (drivers, admin assistants, etc.) and oversee office operations Ensure availability of travel arrangements, accommodation, and materials for field teams Compliance & Coordination Support adherence to organizational policies and donor compliance frameworks Assist in drafting contracts, MoUs, and administrative correspondence Serve as the focal point for coordination between field teams, vendors, and finance departments QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Commerce or related field Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and admin roles, preferably in the development sector Demonstrated experience with project logistics and vendor coordination in field settings Familiarity with Indian taxation, procurement norms, and audit processes Strong proficiency in MS Office and financial management tools (Tally, ERP, etc.) Experience in development sector projects or rural interventions is preferred Working knowledge of Hindi and comfort with travel across Himachal Pradesh About Cafal Advisors Cafal Advisors is a young impact consulting firm with a strong focus on providing research and analytics-backed strategic solutions to support our clients in achieving their developmental objectives. Having core competency in the TVET, Education and Livelihood space we are gradually expanding our capability to other sectors such as governance and planning, disaster management, health, and urban development. Since our inception in November 2020, we take pride in our rapid progress, having established partnerships with prominent domestic and global clients and experiencing substantial growth in this relatively brief period. You may refer to our website www.cafaladvisors.com for more information about us. Alternately, our LinkedIn page will also give you a perspective about us.