Accountant/Sr. Accountant/Project Manager-Accounts

FOUNDATION FOR ECOLOGICAL SECURITY JOB DESCRIPTION


JOB TITLE : Accountant/Sr. Accountant/Project Manager-Accounts
LOCATION: Andhra Pradesh (Madanapalle)


POSITION SUMMARY: FES invites applications from Accounts and finance Personnel who have a passion and commitment to take up challenging roles. The position is responsible for managing finance and accounting function at respective locations.
#PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential functions but not exhaustive):1Maintenance of Books of Accounts and required subsidiary records at Team level (branch office).2Ensuring adherence of all relevant policy, procedures and guidelines issued by organization. 3Review and Verification of supporting documents/bills as per guideline issued by Coordination office (Head office).4Coordinate and resolve the query related to the financial supporting documents.
Maintain & update records and physical verification of Assets & Equipment at team level5Coordinate with FES Coordination office Accounts staff on payments, various Accounts and finance functions.6Assist to FES Coordination office Accounts staff on various accounting matters related to team.7Follow up for all financial transactions, Periodic review, monitoring and settlement of outstanding accounts and reconciliation of the same.8Ensure to comply with specific requirements and maintain financial records and reports for the project(s) and assist in the preparation of periodic variance reports on budget Vs actual monitoring of donors’ projects for submission at all levels, in consultation with the local Program team & Donor Reporting in Accounts at CO.9Responsible for compliance on statutory matters like Income Tax, Professional Tax, Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, etc. and intimate to the Coordination Office (CO) for related payments.10Handling internal audit, statutory audit and external audit (donor agency audit) of books of accounts. Timely resolution and compliances of audit observations.11Monitoring the fund status with bank balances, banking operations and team level fund management.12To guide in the team level purchases and ensure that the laid down purchase procedure, documentation, purchase committee note, processing / approval protocols and monitor contract administration are followed.13Assist team members/local level partners on accounting procedures and finance related documentation and compliances.14To conduct monitoring visits of local partners and field area/project area as required. 15Taking up any other task as deemed fit or as assigned by the reporting officer from time to time.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce. Master’s degree & higher education in finance & accounting field is preferable.
 Minimum 5-7 years of experience in accounts/ finance/ audit functions
 Prior experience of working with non-profit sector is preferable
 Experience in handling routine accounting matters and compliances
 Basic knowledge of the fundamentals of accounting, management control and relevant thematic knowledge.
 Knowledge of Laws, Statute, Rules, Regulations and compliances relevant to functioning of an NGO
 Demonstrated behavioral competencies of Gender, Diversity and Inclusion.
 Ability to interact harmoniously and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of organizational goals and objectives, through a commitment to teamwork.
 Able to meet deadlines and adapt to changing conditions;
 Experience of working with Cloud based Management Software or Enterprise Resource Planning system, MS Office – Word, Excel, Power Point.
 Multi-tasking, problem solving ability, communication skills – written and oral.
REMUNERATION & OTHER DETAILS FES provides renewable contractual employment and compensation levels and other monetary / non-monetary benefits at FES are considered good within the development sector. The Cost to Organization (CTO) for the position is as per the experience and role.
 FES is an equal opportunity organization and women candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates may send their CVs to careers@fes.org.in with the subject line “Accounts Professionals - Andhra Pradesh (Madanapalle)” along with location name.