●      Designation: Finance & Project Controller

●      Organization: SwitchON Foundation

●      Location: Kolkata, West Bengal (with travel across Eastern and Western India)

●      Work Experience: Minimum 5 years in financial management and project control, preferably in the NGO/development sector

●      Compensation: ₹7–10 Lakhs per annum

●      Language Proficiency: English, Hindi, and Bengali

About SwitchON Foundation

 

Established in 2008, SwitchON Foundation is a pioneering non-profit organization committed to driving sustainable development through innovative solutions in

climate-resilient agriculture, clean energy, green livelihoods, and industry decarbonization. With a passionate team of over 175 professionals, we operate across 10 states in India, empowering communities with climate-smart technologies and practices.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work, SwitchON Foundation takes pride in its inclusive and diverse workplace, with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Our impact is amplified through a combination of innovative programs, social enterprises, and strategic policy advocacy aimed at creating lasting change.

To learn more, visit: www.switchon.org.in

Position Summary

The Finance & Project Controller will play a dual role of managing financial health and ensuring project delivery control at Switch ON Foundation. This cross-functional position

combines core finance operations, compliance, monitoring & evaluation, donor reporting, and stakeholder coordination. The role will be instrumental in budgeting, analysis, reporting, and enabling strategic decision-making in line with organizational goals.

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Develop annual and project-specific budgets aligned with program strategies and donor mandates.
• Forecast cash flow and plan fund requirements across various implementation verticals.
• Support the project lead with financial planning and cost estimation.

Financial Control & Analysis

• Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and identify financial variances.
• Conduct variance, trend, and performance analysis to aid decision-making.
• Implement cost control and financial discipline mechanisms across projects.

Accounting, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with statutory, donor, and FCRA guidelines.
• Coordinate internal, donor, and statutory audits; prepare all necessary documentation.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through pre-emptive planning.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare timely and analytical monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Generate grant-specific reports and dashboards for internal management and external donors.

Project Monitoring & Evaluation

• Track project KPIs and progress against the parameters of quality, cost, time, and impact.
• Conduct field visits and review project implementation data for performance management.
• Support program teams in implementing M&E frameworks and tools.

Data Management & Tools

• Maintain centralized databases for financial and project tracking.
• Design tools, templates, and dashboards using Excel or similar platforms.
• Build efficiency and data integrity through structured documentation and automation.

Stakeholder & Donor Engagement

• Liaise with donors, auditors, and internal teams to ensure transparent communication and aligned expectations.
• Respond to donor queries and support donor-driven compliance activities.

Capacity Building & Team Oversight

• Guide and mentor finance and field teams on budgeting, reporting, and compliance standards.
• Facilitate training in financial and monitoring tools to build internal capacity.

Education:

1. Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.
2. Additional degrees such as MSW or M.Sc. in Agriculture are advantageous for sectoral relevance.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and project control in NGOs, development organizations, or consultancy projects.

Technical & Core Skills:

1. Expertise in budgeting, compliance (FCRA/NGO), audit coordination, and financial modeling.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (dashboards, pivot tables, financial analysis).
3. Familiarity with M&E frameworks, project performance tools, and donor reporting systems.

Communication & Leadership:

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Strong interpersonal, mentoring, and problem-solving skills.
3. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions.

Reporting Structure

• Reports To: Senior Management or Program Director
• Team Size: Will work cross-functionally with finance and project control teams

Travel Requirements

Extensive travel, depending on the needs of the organization or programs.

Compensation

• Annual CTC: ₹7–10 Lakhs per annum(Fixed)
• Additional Benefits: Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus (Compensation will be aligned with experience, qualifications, and current salary)
• Reimbursement: Official travel, stay, and logistics as per organizational policy

 

Interested candidates are requested to send their updated CV and Cover Letter to:

📧 apply@switchon.org.in

Subject Line: Application – Finance & Project Controller

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