Job ID: 308181

Finance Manager

Point of View

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Apply by: 30 Nov 2026

Relevant Sectors

Administration, HR, Management, Accounting/Finance

1. Role Purpose
The finance manager is responsible for Point of View’s finance function and will report to the Programme Lead.
The finance manager’s role is to manage the organization's finance and account’s function, ensuring sound financial management, FCRA and statutory compliance, effective donor fund utilization, financial reporting and robust internal controls.. Since this is a small organization with a team size of less than 20, the Finance Manager will also provide operational oversight.
2. Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
Manage the full financial arc from receipt of funds to expenditure, accounting and reporting
Oversee accounting, bookkeeping, financial statements, cash flow and financial MIS.
Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts and project-wise financial records.
Monitor and ensure that organizational expenditure and fund utilization is timely, effective, and in-line with financial commitments.
Plan and lead monthly finance meeting
FCRA & Statutory Compliance
Ensure compliance with FCRA provisions, including receipt, utilization, bank account requirements and FC-4 filing.
Oversee applicable Income Tax and other statutory compliances, including 12AB and 80G requirements.
Coordinate statutory, FCRA, internal and donor audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
Donor Budgeting & Grant Management
Prepare, consolidate and manage the organization's annual budget and periodic revisions.
Prepare and monitor donor and project budgets against approved allocations.
Undertake budget variance analysis and identify deviations, recommending corrective measures.
Ensure compliance with donor agreements, financial guidelines and reporting timelines.
Prepare donor financial reports, utilization certificates and expenditure statements.
Coordinate with programme teams on budget planning, revisions and grant utilization.
Financial Planning, Controls & Governance
Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning.
Ensure prudent investment of surplus funds to maximize returns and minimize idle balances.
Strengthen and ensure internal financial controls, approval systems, finance policies and SOPs.
Identify and mitigate financial and compliance risks.
Provide financial analysis and inputs for management and Board-level decision-making.
Team & Stakeholder Management
The role will also provide financial guidance to programme teams and senior management.
Lead and mentor the finance and accounts team.
Coordinate with programme teams, donors, auditors, banks and regulatory authorities.
Promote financial accountability, transparency and compliance across the organization through systems and practices
Operations
Guiding operational consultant and overseeing operational portfolio
Operations
Guiding operational consultant and overseeing operational portfolio
3. Qualifications & Experience
CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA Finance / M. Com or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably in the NGO/development sector.
At least 3–4 years of hands-on experience in NGO finance, FCRA compliance and donor-funded projects.
Sound knowledge of FCRA, NGO statutory requirements, accounting and audit processes.
Practical experience in donor budgeting, budget monitoring, variance analysis and financial reporting.
Proficiency in accounting software, MS Excel and financial MIS.
Experience in managing or mentoring a finance team.
4. Key Competencies
Strong leadership, team management and ownership.
Analytical thinking, financial acumen and problem-solving ability.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Integrity, ethical conduct and commitment to financial transparency.
Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
Proactive approach to improving systems and managing risks.
5. Key Performance Indicators
Timely and accurate financial reporting and accounting.
Full adherence to applicable FCRA and statutory compliance requirements.
Accurate and timely donor reporting and utilisation certificates.
Effective budget monitoring and resolution of expenditure variances.
Audit readiness and timely closure of audit observations.
Strong internal controls and effective financial risk management.
Improved efficiency and accountability of the finance team.

Job Email ID:

vacancies(at)pointofview.org