Assistant Manager - Finance

Assistant Manager - Finance - A Reputed Non-profitable Organisation, Chennai

Job Summary: Our client is keen to hire a Assistant Manager - Finance with 4+years of experience in managing Accounts and Finance of the organisation. The ideal candidate will oversee financial operations, focusing on accounts payable, payroll, statutory compliance, audits and timely reporting to the donors as per the requirement. They will collaborate for cross-functional teams in completing the assigned tasks.

This role also involves in ensuring timely payments, accurate payroll processing, and compliance with regulatory requirements, as well as maintaining smooth financial operations in the organisation.

About the Organisation: A reputed non‑profit organisation working to empower underprivileged children through education and to drive impactful civic initiatives. Its work spans diverse areas including animal welfare, community development, disability support, environmental sustainability, rural development, healthcare etc., with the active participation of over 1lakh volunteers across multiple states in India.

Location: Alandur, Chennai

Designation: Assistant Manager - Finance/Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction Management & Payroll: Manage accounts payable, employee reimbursements, and payroll processing.
• Accounting, MIS & Financial Discipline: Ensure accurate bookkeeping, timely month-end closures, and high-quality MIS reporting.
• Statutory Compliance & Audit: Ensure full compliance with Income Tax, FCRA (if applicable), and other statutory requirements; lead audits.
• Treasury, Receivables & Cash Flow: Oversee bank reconciliations, donor inflows, receivables, and cash flow planning.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement: Strengthen SOPs, internal controls, and financial processes to support governance and scale.

Key Requirements:

• Experience in the non-profit sector is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of statutory regulations (TDS, PF, ESI, Professional Tax) and tax filings.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Tally, Zoho Books) and advanced skills in MS Excel.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, vendor management, and process improvement strategies.
• Ability to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders effectively.

Education: SQCA/ CMA/ Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field

Experience: 4-5 years of experience (1-5 years of experience in financial management)

Working Days: Mon - Fri (1st and 3rd Saturday working)

Interview Process: Technical + Pre work assessment + Leadership team's/ HR discussion