Financial Controller & HR Operations Manager - Chennai Hybrid

Chennai - Hybrid Financial Controller & HR Operations Manager

(75% Finance Controllership, 25% HR Operations)

(Hybrid - 2 days a week in Nungambakkan - Chennai)

About the Role

Shooting Stars Foundation (SSF) (www.shooting-stars-foundation.org) (US and India non profit) is seeking a

highly capable professional who brings strength in accounting/controllership while also supporting operational

HR functions. As a smaller organization, SSF can benefit from a hybrid role that manages core financial

operations while ensuring smooth HR processesparticularly payroll and compliance.

Role: Financial Controller & HR Operations Manager

Location: Chennai

Type: Full Time (40 hours/week)

Mode : Hybrid (2 days a week in Nungambakkam office - other days can be remote) Some evening and weekend hours may be needed

Salary: Approx 50,000 per month (based on experience)

Mandatory Form to be filled in along with the application (Position to be filled in before Jan 15^th )

https://forms.gle/sDkjUV8m9DyzrqYa9

Key Responsibilities

Controllership (50%)

Oversee day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll

coordination, and CSR grants management managing a day to day accountant

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and financial records (both US

and India accounts) on a weekly basis.

Collaborate closely with project managers to understand organizational activities and ensure

accurate categorization and allocation of transactions - most importantly Utilization Certificate

formalities

Maintain and regularly update reporting documents, providing insights into spending patterns and

fund utilization.

Prepare work plans, maintain documentation, and ensure visibility and traceability of financial

processes.

Monitor and Control Payroll on a monthly basis

Work with a US-based finance team as needed for reporting and record maintenance.

Assist in annual budgeting, monitor budget vs. actuals, explain variances, and provide financial

analysis to leadership for informed decisions.

Analyze financial data, identify trends, forecast, and offer strategic recommendations to senior

management and the board on financial health and sustainability.

Perform other finance-related duties in support of SSF's nonprofit operations.

Compliance & Governance (25%)

Ensure full compliance with applicable statutory, regulatory, and donor/funder requirements (e.g.,

Companies Act, Income Tax, CSR, GST, FCRA, local regulations).

Design, implement, and monitor internal financial controls to prevent fraud, errors, and misuse of

funds.

Lead statutory, internal, donor, and special audits end to end.

Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance (GST, TDS, Income Tax, etc.). Ensure timely filing of

returns, assessments, and responses to notices.

Develop and maintain finance policies, SOPs, and compliance manuals.

Support senior management and the board with compliance updates and risk reporting.

HR Operations (25%)

Oversee HR operational workflows across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with legal

and organizational requirements.

Support operational processes such as onboarding documentation, HR payroll inputs, maintaining

employee records, and ensuring timely monthly payroll coordination with Finance.

Ensure HR files and data meet audit-like standards for security and confidentiality.

Coordinate basic recruitment operations (posting roles, scheduling interviews, managing

documentation).

Assist Chief of Staff on other HR initiatives as needed

Requirements & Expectations

B.Com/M.Com/MBA/CA or relevant undergraduate/graduate degree.

45 years of experience in finance, accounting, HR operations, or a blended role. (Experience with

NGO Finance strongly preferred)

Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP (US GAAP Knowledge preferred)

Proficiency with accounting software (Tally / Intuit preferred).

Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).

Strong ownership mindset and ability to take tasks to completion.

Experience in multinational companies or NGOs strongly preferred.

US Accounting / Finance experience strongly preferred

Alignment with SSF's mission and commitment to ethical practices.

Availability between 7 PM10 PM IST during weekdays and occasional weekends (as part of weekly

hours).

Must have access to a personal laptop and a reliable internet connection.

Completion of SSF's Google application form (mandatory). - (link)

Mandatory Form to be filled in along with the application (Position to be filled in before Jan 15^th )

https://forms.gle/sDkjUV8m9DyzrqYa9

About Us:

Shooting Stars Foundation (US and India Non-Profit) is an NGO dedicated to advancing education with the

conviction that breaking the cycle of poverty can be achieved through educational empowermentone student

at a time. To date, we have sponsored 1,300 scholars and delivered STEM education to over 100,000 youth worldwide

(https://shooting-stars-foundation.org). As we continue to expand our scope and impact, we are seeking an

• experienced Finance Controller and HR Manager to oversee our personnel and ensure optimal utilization of our resources.