Job ID: 306079

Accountant

Bantra St. Thomas' Home Welfare Society

Location: Bantra, Howrah, West Bengal

Apply by: 23 Oct 2026

Relevant Sectors

Administration, HR, Management, Accounting/Finance

Job Description: Accountant

Organization: Bantra St. Thomas’ Home Welfare Society
Location: 158 Belilious Road, Bantra, Howrah – 711101, West Bengal
Position: Accountant – FCRA Project
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Secretary / Project Coordinator / Accounts Department

About the Organization

Bantra St. Thomas’ Home Welfare Society is a non-profit organization engaged in healthcare and social welfare activities, with a special focus on tuberculosis care and treatment, medical services, and support for underprivileged communities.

Job Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the financial records of the FCRA-funded project, ensuring accurate accounting, proper utilization and documentation of foreign contributions, compliance with applicable FCRA regulations, and timely preparation of financial statements and reports as required by the organization and funding agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting and Bookkeeping -
Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts for the FCRA-funded project.
Record all receipts, payments, expenses, and bank transactions in the accounting system.
Maintain project-wise and budget-line-wise expenditure records.
Prepare payment vouchers, journal vouchers, ledgers, and other accounting documents.

FCRA Compliance -
Ensure that financial transactions are recorded and documented in accordance with applicable FCRA rules and regulations.
Maintain proper records of foreign contributions received and utilized.
Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and ensure funds are used for authorized purposes.
Assist in preparing FCRA-related financial statements, utilization reports, and documents required for FC-4 returns and other statutory filings.
Coordinate with the Chartered Accountant and management regarding FCRA compliance and reporting requirements.

Banking and Reconciliation -
Maintain FCRA bank transaction records and supporting documents.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements.
Verify bank statements, receipts, payments, and fund transfers.
Ensure that all transactions are supported by appropriate bills, invoices, vouchers, and approvals.

Budget Monitoring and Financial Reporting -
Monitor project expenditure against the approved budget.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Identify budget variances and report them to management.
Assist in preparing financial statements, expenditure statements, and fund utilization reports for the donor.

Documentation and Audit Support -
Maintain systematic filing of bills, invoices, vouchers, bank statements, agreements, and other financial records.
Prepare and organize financial documents for internal and external audits.
Respond to audit queries and provide supporting documents as required.
Ensure that all financial records are complete, accurate, and readily accessible.

Coordination and Administration -
Coordinate with the Accounts Department, project staff, management, and Chartered Accountant.
Ensure timely submission of financial information and reports.
Maintain confidentiality of financial information and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Educational Qualifications -
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) or an equivalent qualification.
Additional qualifications in accounting or finance will be an advantage.

Experience-
Preferably 1 year of experience in accounting, preferably with an NGO or non-profit organization.
Experience in FCRA accounting and donor-funded projects will be an advantage.
Knowledge of statutory compliance, financial reporting, and audit documentation is desirable.

Technical Skills -
Working knowledge of Tally Prime and MS Office.
Good understanding of bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Familiarity with FCRA compliance and NGO accounting procedures.
Ability to maintain accurate financial records and prepare reports.

Required Skills and Competencies -
Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Good organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Honest, responsible, and professional conduct.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Process -
Interested candidates may submit their updated CV along with details of their qualifications, relevant work experience, and expected salary to Bantra St. Thomas’ Home Welfare Society.

Organization Address:
Bantra St. Thomas’ Home Welfare Society
158 Belilious Road, Bantra, Howrah – 711101, West Bengal.

Job Email ID:

howrahtb(at)gmail.com