Finance Officer

(MHI)

Finance & Accounts Department

Designation:

Location:

Experience:

CSR-funded projects

Candidates should possess necessary skill sets mentioned in below job description

• End-to-end management of CSR-funded projects within the incubation and innovation ecosystem — from proposal development and funding acquisition to implementation, monitoring, financial reporting, and impact assessment.
• Identify and pursue CSR funding opportunities aligned with ARAI-AMTIF’s mission, particularly in the domains of mobility, sustainability, and technology innovation.
• Write compelling proposals and concept notes to seek CSR grants from corporates, foundations, and relevant donors specifically for incubation, acceleration, and startup support initiatives.
• Engage proactively with CSR heads, corporate donors, and government bodies to present incubation programs, showcase impact, and build long-term strategic partnerships.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial planning and CSR project execution are aligned with funder expectations and statutory requirements.
• Ensure strict compliance with CSR norms under Section 135 of the Companies Act and maintain accurate documentation, financial reports, utilization certificates, and audit readiness.
• Prepare and present financial and impact reports to internal management and external CSR stakeholders, including dashboards, MIS, and fund utilization summaries.
• Monitor fund flow, budgeting, and variance analysis to ensure timely and efficient use of CSR funds.
• Support outreach, events, and communication strategies to increase visibility of CSR partnerships and their impact on the innovation ecosystem.
• Familiar with startup funding mechanisms, public-private partnerships, and government incubation schemes (e.g., SISFS, MSINS, DST).
• Experience presenting financial performance, impact narratives, and proposals to high-level donors.
• Understanding of startup ecosystems, innovation acceleration, and sector-specific CSR priorities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; persuasive and clear in both writing and speech.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with programs, communications, and leadership teams.
• Build and nurture long-term donor relationships through regular updates, events, and success storytelling.

Key Requirements/Skills:

• Educational Background:

  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Professional qualifications like CA, MBA (Finance), or equivalent are highly desirable.

• Relevant Experience:

  Minimum 3–5 years of experience in managing CSR-funded or donor-driven projects, preferably in an

  incubator, accelerator, or innovation-focused organization

  . Freshers will not be considered.

• CSR Expertise:

  Deep understanding of

  CSR laws and compliance

  , especially Section 135 of the Companies Act, CSR Rules, Schedule VII activities, and impact-driven funding frameworks.

• Proposal Writing Skills:

  Demonstrated experience in

  drafting CSR proposals, concept notes, and grant applications

  , especially for innovation and incubation programs.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  Proven ability to engage and build relationships with

  corporate CSR teams, funding partners, government agencies, and internal program stakeholders

  .

• Financial Management:

  Proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, grant tracking, fund utilization reporting, and preparation of

  UCs (Utilization Certificates), MIS reports, and audit documents

  .

• Project Management:

  Capable of independently managing multiple CSR projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery on timelines, budget, and impact metrics.

• Tech Savvy:

  Strong command over

  Tally, ERP systems, Excel, and financial modelling tools

  . Knowledge of CRM/project tracking tools is an added advantage.

• Communication:

  Excellent written and verbal communication skills for

  narrative reports, donor presentations, proposal pitches

  , and cross-functional collaboration.

• Sectoral Fit:

  Prior exposure to the

  mobility, engineering, or deep-tech innovation ecosystem

  will be considered a strong asset.

Tenure:

Last Date of Application: 14th August 2025

Management reserves the right to accept or reject any application.

📩Interested candidates can send their resumes and cover letters to

sm@amtifarai.org