Position: Accounts Officer
Organization: Network for Enterprise Enhancement and Development Support (NEEDS)
Apply By: 15th November 2026
Email Applications: vacancyinneeds@gmail.com
About NEEDS: visit www.needsngo.in
Location: Deoghar
Position: 1 (One)
Nature of Engagement: Full time
The purpose of the position:
NEEDS is a not for profit entry established in 1998 as a public trust is looking for a position of Account Officer. The accounts Officer need to assume a multifaceted role within the organisation. She would oversee various financial processes, including budgeting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting. In addition, she needs to play a pivotal role in maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations.
QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be preferred
• Proficiency in Tally accounting software
• 6 + years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• Practical knowledge of NGO accounting, bookkeeping, bank reconciliation and statutory compliances and donor project reporting.
• Familiarity with TDS, ITR, balance sheets, EPF, and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Knowledge of Procurements
• Experience in audit documentation and voucher management.
• Ability to manage deadlines, maintain systematic documentation and work independently.
• Familiarity with FCRA compliance, utilisation certificates, donor financial reporting, NGO audits and regulatory requirements applicable to charitable organisations.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• MS office. Expert in MS Excel
• Efficient with updated Tally
• Ability to work in short deadlines
• Good at English communication skill
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain books of accounts, ledgers, vouchers, cash and bank books, and conduct regular bank reconciliations.
• Track project-wise budgets and expenditure, prepare budget-versus-actual statements and flag variances.
• Prepare donor financial reports, utilisation certificates and supporting schedules.
• Manage and coordinate statutory compliances, including TDS, Income Tax Returns (ITR), EPF and other applicable requirements.
• Prepare and maintain financial statements, balance sheets and audit schedules in coordination with management and the chartered accountant.
• Maintain NGO-specific financial and regulatory records, including FCRA-related documentation, where applicable.
• Process authorised payments, staff reimbursements and advances, and maintain vendor and payroll records.
• Maintain compliance calendars and trackers for statutory filings, donor reporting, audits and pending financial actions.
• Coordinate with programme teams, management, auditors and chartered accountants to ensure timely documentation and reporting.
WORKING HOURS:
• Monday to Saturday (2nd & 4th Saturday Off)
• The person must also be willing to work on holidays as and when required and extra hours if required
EMOLUMENTS:
• Remuneration/Salary (CTC): Rs.4.20 – 5.00 lakh per Annum
Note: The salary is negotiable for candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience.
Email your CV to vacancyinneeds@gmail.com along with-
• A covering letter
• Notice Period required by you
• Two personal references of people who directly supervised you in the last 2 years
• Subject line should be- “Application for the post of Accounts Officer NEEDS”
Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.