Finance Executive

Finance Executive

The International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST), is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Manager - Finance & Accounts to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting and finance, with expertise in handling day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, and compliance-related tasks. This role will involve collaborating with external auditors, statutory authorities, and consultants while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.

About iFOREST

iFOREST is an independent not-for-profit research and innovation organisation that was established in 2019 to identify, promote and scale up solutions for pressing environment-development challenges in India and other developing countries in Asia and Africa.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate books of accounts, including journal entries, ledgers, and reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Handle statutory compliance including TDS, GST, PF, ESI, and other applicable laws.
• Assist with donor reporting, fund utilization statements, and project-based accounting (specific to NGOs).
• Coordinate with auditors during internal and statutory audits.
• Process payments and maintain documentation for grants, vendor bills, staff reimbursements, and other expenses.
• Maintain fixed asset register and oversee periodic physical verification.
• Support financial due diligence, MIS reporting, and donor audit processes.
• Liaise with banks and financial institutions for routine operational matters.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or a related field (B.Com, M.Com, MBA Finance preferred).

• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance, or audit functions.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and Indian financial regulations.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Tally, and/or other accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books).
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred / Added Advantage:

• Experience working in the NGO/development sector and familiarity with donor-funded projects.
• Past experience in a CA firm with exposure to audit, taxation, and financial compliance.
• Candidates who are CA/CMA dropouts with relevant experience and strong practical knowledge.

What we offer

At iFOREST, we offer an inclusive and amicable work environment. In addition, our institution strongly supports professional development through education, training and capacity building.

Remuneration

We offer highly competitive salaries in a think tank space, and reward performance through annual appraisals. The final designation of a successful candidate will be based on qualifications and experience.

Application instructions & deadline

We prefer that candidates submit online applications at https://iforest.global/careers/