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Finance and Operations Specialist
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Organization: TNC- The Nature Conservancy Centre
Apply By: 30 Sep 2024
Location: New Delhi(Delhi)
TNC-The Nature Conservancy Centre (TNCC) is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organisation registered in India under Section 8 of The Companies Act, 2013. Contributions to TNCC are tax-deductible by Indian donors under Section 80G of the Indian Income Tax Act, 1961. TNCC is registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for undertaking Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. TNCC was set up in 2017 to advance India’s environmental goals and to conserve its natural heritage. It is a subsidiary of The Nature Conservancy, one of the largest not-for-profit conservation organisations in the
world. TNCC is a science-led and collaborative organisation that works with a wide range of government and non government partners to address key sustainability challenges facing India through on-the-ground charitable projects as well as research studies. The key areas of focus are conservation and restoration of natural resources, biodiversity, and climate change – mitigation as well as adaptation.
For more information, please visit www.tncindia.in
What We Can Achieve Together:
We seek a Finance and Operations Specialist (FOS) to provide finance- and operations-related services. S/he will manage core accounting, finance, administration, and compliance activities. FOS will work closely with senior leadership of the organisation and may also participate in critical meetings with donors, partners, Board and external stakeholders. S/he will manage multiple projects and collaborate with colleagues in the programme team and other departments. S/he will lead a small team and carry out all finance and operations related activities in accordance with government regulations, industry standards, and TNCC policies/ procedures. S/he will respond to complex employee/management questions and problems
based on advanced knowledge of the subject area and will leverage constructive and effective relationships with a wide range of staff, including senior management. The position is based in New Delhi and reports to the Executive Director. This is a two-year position with possibility for renewal subject to performance and management decision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintain Books of Accounts and other statutory records in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST Act, FEMA and other applicable laws as well as policies/ procedures of TNCC.
- Co-lead annual Planning & Budgeting Process for TNCC along with different teams.
- Work closely with the company’s Chartered Accountants, Company Secretary, and legal counsels on legal and regulatory matters including filing of statutory returns and deposit of taxes within the stipulated time.
- Organise and facilitate Board meetings and maintain adequate records as per requirement under The Companies Act.
- Support programme and fundraising teams in preparing budgets for proposals, and finalising contracts and agreements.
- Lead internal initiatives for improving organisational systems related to financial and administrative processes, data security, time allocation, cashflow management, etc.
- Periodically review and revise financial/ administrative guidelines and respond to the queries of employees relating to financial and administrative matters.
- Preform financial analysis, cashflow projections and prepare monthly financial MIS to be shared with team members and leadership.
- Take overview on project progress and fund utilization along with Executive Director from program teams on monthly basis.
- Carry out due diligence/financial review of vendors and partner organisations and review the financial reports.
- Collaborate with and provide the required financial information to other TNCC teams in a timely manner.
- Oversee procurement, office management and safekeeping of assets.
- Manage office supplies and equipment, including ordering and restocking.
- Maintain books of accounts and other records as per statutory and donor requirements.
- Participate in negotiations for contracts and agreements or any other task as assigned by the Executive Director. What You’ll Bring:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or a related field with seven to ten years of relevant experience, including three years in a non-profit organisation.
- Experience working collaboratively with various teams.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Good understanding of accounting practices, maintaining books of accounts and other statutory requirements.
- Chartered Accountant (CA) with seven years of post-qualification experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Budgeting and Statutory Compliance.
- Strong planning and execution skills.
- Good knowledge of Tally and Excel software.
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written) for presentations, conversations, and documents.
- Ability to make strategic decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement.
- Experience of managing a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Ability to work in partnership with all levels of staff in a collaborative or advisory role to champion process- focused initiatives and implement plans to transition the organisation to an improved state.
- Expert knowledge of current and evolving technology and tools related to business process management. Proficiency in synthesising complex data from multiple sources into a coherent and accurate summary.
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