Job ID: 298792

Manager – Finance

Animal Rahat

Location: India

Apply by: 13 Aug 2026

Relevant Sectors

Administration, HR, Management, Accounting/Finance

Manager – Finance

Role Requirement:

The Manager – Finance will support financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting, statutory compliance, and timely reporting. The role requires hands-on experience in accounting systems, payroll coordination, audits, and regulatory compliance including FCRA.

Accounting & Financial Management

Maintain books of accounts in accordance with accounting standards
Ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions on Tally
Prepare and submit reviewed weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports related to donations.
Assist the Accounts Officer in finalising monthly expense report and maintaining vouchers.
Conduct online transactions in the absence of Accounts Officer.
Handle bank reconciliations, journal entries, and ledger scrutiny
Monitor expenses and ensure budget adherence
Ensure that domestic and FCRA books of accounts are maintained separately

Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with Income Tax, TDS, GST, ESIC, EPF, and other statutory regulations
Manage filings and returns within deadlines
Maintain proper documentation for audits and inspections

FCRA Compliance & Donor Reporting

Handle accounting and reporting related to FCRA funds
Ensure adherence to FCRA regulations and reporting requirements
Review donor utilisation reports.
Coordinate with program teams to ensure proper utilisation and reporting of restricted funds.

Payroll & Employee Payments

Execute payroll processing and verification
Coordinate with DHR for salary inputs and Exits
Ensure statutory deductions and filings related to payroll
Ensure proper work on HRMS systems for expense and payroll (e.g. Pocket HRMS)

Audit & Reporting

Assist in internal and external audits
Prepare financial reports, MIS, and variance analysis
Provide data and schedules required by auditors
Review and provide schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation required by auditors.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

Assist in annual budgeting and periodic forecasting
Track actual vs budget and highlight variances

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required
Master’s degree in commerce from a recognised university or college will be an added advantage
Minimum of five years of professional experience in finance management, with demonstrated experience in a managerial role
Excellent presentation and documentation skills
Knowledge and experience of working on Financial ERP systems like Tally
Excellent IT skills, particularly with Excel spreadsheets, word processing, accounting software, web browsing, email and report writing software
Experience of managing taxation matters, with desirable exposure to FCRA compliance
Experience of negotiating, drafting and managing contracts
Excellent negotiation skills preferred
Good communication skills in Hindi, Marathi, and English preferred
Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Proven written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality on all financial matters
Knowledge of Animal Rahat’s areas of work and animal rights issues
Adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle