Finance Expert (Government Urban Local Body)

Job Description:

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to oversee financial operations within the Municipal Corporation. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Taxation, Project Financing, and financial compliance. This role requires strategic financial planning, effective stakeholder coordination, and ensuring transparency in municipal projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in preparing annual budget for the Municipal Corporation

• Develop strategy to improve efficiency of property tax collection

• Support in executing green bonds and municipal bonds for the city

• Assist in improving revenue collection system and provide ideas for revenue generation from various streams

• Support in management of state and central grants

• Support in preparation of utilization certificates for various government-funded schemes viz. SBM-U (2.0), 15th FC, Nirmal Gujarat, State Clean Air Program (SCAP), Urban Development Year 2025, etc.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• MBA in Finance with 5+ years of relevant experience.

• Minimum 3 yrs in Finance Related Projects

• Strong knowledge of AP/AR, taxation, project financing, LC/BG documentation.

• Proficiency in ERP systems, Tally, and MS Excel.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and coordination skills.

• Experience in public sector finance or infrastructure projects preferred.