Finance & Accounts officer

Finance & Accounts officer

Position Overview:

Finance & Accounts officer will be responsible for managing the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in all accounting processes. The role involves maintaining books of accounts, preparing financial reports, handling statutory and FCRA compliances, supporting audits, and managing donor/project-based financial reporting. The incumbent will also assist in budgeting, fund utilization, and secretarial compliances, ensuring smooth coordination with auditors, banks, and other stakeholders. Candidates with strong accounting knowledge and experience in the NGO or development sector will be preferred.

About iFOREST

iFOREST is an independent non-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. Our work is rooted in regional priorities to accelerate environmental actions at the sub-national level and to improve national policies and plans to support it. Our mission is to address the unique needs of regions by leveraging our resources and expertise to scale up national action and make a global impact. We use our regional knowledge to inform national policy and plans and strengthen international collaboration. To achieve our goals, we conduct independent evidence-based research, develop new knowledge and innovative solutions, convene stakeholders to increase awareness and build consensus, and partner with think tanks, civil society, government agencies, philanthropies and industry to scale up solutions.

Location: Noida(on-site)

Reporting to: Programme Lead- Finance

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).
• Manage FCRA-related compliances, including maintaining separate books of accounts, ensuring proper utilization of foreign contributions, and preparing and filing FCRA annual returns (Form FC-4).
• 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.
• Perform secretarial work including drafting of board/committee notices, agendas, and minutes.
• Handle Company Law and ROC-related filings and compliances.
• Review and verify reimbursement claims to ensure adherence to organizational policies.
• 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 10 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. Tally, 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 or CA/CMA dropouts with relevant experience and strong practical knowledge.

What We Offer

At iFOREST, we provide an inclusive and supportive work environment. We are committed to professional development through education, training, and capacity-building initiatives.

Remuneration

We offer Competitive salary based on experience and proficiency. The final designation will depend on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

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