Project Officer, Finance

About the Organization

Swaniti Initiative aims to strengthen public service delivery by working with state and local governments across South Asia with a strong focus on India. Our interventions have included strengthening scheme implementation by identifying current gaps and limitations, providing research support to Hon’ble Members of Parliament about best practices in moving forward, and developing data-technology tools that can back decision-making processes. At present, along with working with 200+ Hon'ble Members of Parliamentarians for policy making, are working as advisors to state governments to ensure the delivery of schemes to the last mile. Major verticals of our work are climate and sustainability, social protection, and livelihood.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a day to day book of accounts.
• Maintain all records, ledgers and relevant documents of the Planning and Monitoring Unit (PMU).
• Ensure timely submission of Accounts and Utilization Certificates (UCs) by the implementing agencies.
• Process bills and vouchers for release of funds to the implementing agencies.
• Inspect accounts of implementing agencies periodically and ensure that the books of accounts are maintained properly.
• Maintain appropriate records for all fixed assets of the Planning and Monitoring Unit (PMU).
• Prepare and submit annual budget statements and financial reports.
• Process salaries and reimbursement claims of staff of Planning and Monitoring Unit (PMU).
• Liaison with the bank on various issues and prepares bank reconciliation statements.
• Comply with all statutory and legal requirements in a timely manner.
• Comply with all auditory requirements in a timely manner.
• Report to the Team Leader, Planning and Monitoring Unit (PMU).
• Any other duties may be assigned by Team Leader or administration.
  

Requirements

Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree in commerce/Accounting from a recognized university/institute or an MBA (in Finance) or equivalent from a recognized Premier University/ Institute.
• Should be proficient in Tally or equivalent accounting software packages.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounts related work preferably in Government Organization.
  

Skills and Attributes

• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships.
• Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze diverse information and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues and recommend solutions.
• Competency in usage of IT tools including proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Strong oral and writing skills in English.
  

Benefits

Requirements:

INR 6.00 LPA Annual CTC (Rs. 50,000/- monthly)