Head of Finance (NGO experience preferred)

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 1000000 - Rs 1500000 (ie INR 10-15 LPA)

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies to support organizational growth and sustainability
• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across all centers and programs
• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, including FCRA, CSR, Income Tax, and Companies Act (Section 8)
• Present financial reports, dashboards, and risk assessments to the Board and Audit Committee
• Oversee financial audits, internal controls, and ensure accountability in all transactions
• Manage corpus funds, reserves, and investment portfolios to ensure stable and sustainable growth
• Collaborate with fundraising teams to prepare financial proposals, cost estimates, and donor reports
• Maintain accurate and transparent financial records for all donor-funded projects
• Establish enterprise risk management systems and conduct preventive financial audits
• Lead implementation of ERP and MIS systems for improved financial monitoring and reporting
• Mentor and guide the finance team, promoting professional growth and adherence to ethical financial practices
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with operations, fundraising, and human resources teams to ensure integrated financial management
  

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred; MBA (Finance), CPA, or equivalent qualification will be considered
• 12 to 15 years of overall experience in finance leadership roles, with at least 5 years as CFO, Head of Finance, or Controller
• Proven experience in managing finance within the not-for-profit, CSR, or compliance-intensive sectors
• Strong technical knowledge of Indian regulatory frameworks including FCRA, CSR, Income Tax, and Companies Act (Sec. 8)
• Expertise in donor financial reporting, audit compliance, and corpus or endowment fund management
• Proficiency in ERP and MIS systems, with strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage complex financial operations across multiple geographic locations