Sr. Accounts Executive

About NavGurukul:

NavGurukul is a non-profit organization dedicated to enabling underprivileged youth in India to access affordable and high-quality education that leads to employment. We believe in building a sustainable model of education that transforms lives and communities. 

Role Overview:

Accounts Executive

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management

● Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

● Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.

● Reconcile bank statements and manage cash flow efficiently.

● Handle petty cash and staff reimbursements.

● Collaborate with HR to process monthly payroll.

● Monitor budget utilization and highlight deviations.

Compliance & Reporting

● Ensure adherence to financial regulations and tax laws.

● Prepare financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annually).

● Assist in audit processes and coordinate with external auditors.

● File statutory financial returns and maintain necessary documentation.

● Manage FCRA and 80G compliance records.

● Compile financial reports for donor-funded projects.

Operational Support

● Process and track vendor payments; maintain vendor relations.

● Maintain an up-to-date fixed asset register.

● Assist in managing grants and preparing financial reports for donors.

● Provide financial data support for fundraising initiatives.

Systems Management

● Maintain accounting software and financial systems.

● Implement and monitor internal financial controls.

● Document and regularly update SOPs for all finance functions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

● Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.

● Minimum 1–3 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in the development or non-profit sector.

● Proficiency in accounting tools like Tally, Zoho Books, or similar.

● Strong understanding of FCRA, 80G, TDS, and GST regulations.

● High attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.

● Strong commitment to social impact and alignment with NavGurukul’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

At NavGurukul, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working on real social change through education. This role offers hands-on exposure to financial operations within a growing, impact-oriented nonprofit environment.

Compensation:

This role is for a dedicated professional eager to leverage their expertise for impactful work. As a non-profit, we operate with significantly lower salaries than corporate standards. Many of our senior team members have accepted pay cuts in the range of 40-50%. However, we offer a purpose-driven environment, a collaborative team culture, and the opportunity to create meaningful, large-scale impact.