GAME
is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Manager/ Manager Finance - Grant and Compliance Management (SM/MF-GCM)
to lead the financial management of multiple grants and ensure adherence to both statutory and donor-specific compliance.
Reporting to the
Head Finance and Compliance
, the SM/MF-GCM
will have strong experience in fund accounting, donor reporting, FCRA compliance, and managing multi-partner, multi-project financial operations in the development sector.
Key Job Responsibilities
(A) Grant and Fund Management:
(1) Manage end-to-end financial oversight for a portfolio of FCRA and non-FCRA grants from multiple donors (CSR, philanthropic foundations, multilateral agencies); (2) Ensure timely and accurate donor reporting, budget tracking, and fund utilization as per grant agreements; (3) Develop project-wise dashboards and fund utilization reports in coordination with the program team.
(B) Financial Oversight and Reporting:
(1) Collaborate with program teams to ensure accurate budgeting, allocation, and reporting of funds and spends; (2) Provide regular updates to funders; (3) Provide regular updates to senior management; (4) Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies; (5) Ensure compliance with funder audits and other requirements; (6) Monitor fund disbursement and utilization by implementation partners and conduct financial due diligence as needed; (7) Review partner budgets, expense reports, and compliance with sub-grant terms.
(C) Budgeting and Forecasting:
(1) Support preparation of program and organizational budgets; (2) Conduct variance analysis (budget vs. actuals) on a monthly/quarterly basis and flag risks proactively; (3) Provide financial data and forecasts to internal stakeholders for decision-making.
(D) Compliance and Audit:
(1) Ensure compliance with FCRA, Income Tax, and other statutory regulations applicable to not-for-profits in India; (2) Liaise with internal and external auditors for statutory and donor audits; (3) Maintain accurate documentation and records for all grant-related financial transactions.
(E) System and Process Improvement:
(1) Contribute to the development and automation of a fund management system that ensures real-time, error-free reporting and tracking; (2) Strengthen internal controls and SOPs related to finance and compliance.
5. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:
Qualifications and Experience:
(1) Applicants must be a Chartered Accountant (CA)/ MBA (Finance), or equivalent; (2) 710 years of relevant experience in finance and grants management, preferably in the development/ nonprofit sector;
(3) Strong understanding of FCRA, Indian GAAP, and donor reporting requirements;
(4) Proven experience in managing multi-donor and multi-partner financial systems; (5) Proficiency in Zoho CRM/ Analytics or other accounting software; Excel, BI tools and dashboards; (6) Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
Skills and Competencies:
(1) High attention to detail and integrity in financial reporting; (2) Proactive problem-solver with strong ownership mindset; (3) Collaborative team player who can work cross-functionally; (4) Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
6. COMPENSATION OFFERED:
Gross compensation budgeted for the position is attractive. The offer made to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history.