Associate Director of Finance & Accounts

Required an experienced and dedicated finance professional to lead financial planning, analysis, budgeting and compliance functions. This role is required to play a key part in driving strategic decision-making by delivering accurate financial insights, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing key stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Financial Management :

Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes across academic and administrative departments

Provide regular financial reports and insights to senior leadership (e.g Registrar, Pro VC and VC)

Monitor key performance indicators (KPI's) and advise on financial implications of policy or academic changes

Financial Operations :

Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes

Ensure accuracy of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards (eg. Ind AS, IFRS, GAAP)

Co-ordinate with internal teams for timely billing, payments and reconciliation

Regulatory and Compliance :

Ensure timely compliance with statutory requirements, including tax filings, audit and regulatory submissions. Ensure timely filings of GST, TDS, Income Tax, ROC etc.,

Co-ordinate internal and external audits and ensure adherence to audit recommendations.

Support in the preparation and submission of reports to regulatory bodies, such as UGC, NAAC, NIRF or any other foreign affiliations

Grant & Research Fund Management :

Monitor utilization of research grants and sponsored projects in line with funding agency guidelines

Ensure compliance with financial terms of MoU's and funding contracts

Support faculty and departments in grant budgeting and financial reporting.

Policy, Processes and Controls :

Develop and enforce robust financial policies and internal controls across all functions

Recommend process improvements to enhance transparency, efficiency and accountability.

Lead the implementation and use of ERP systems related to finance and controls.

Team Leadership :

Supervise finance staff, ensuring clear delegation, training, and performance management

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Procurement, Travel Desk, Campus Life and Maintenance, Student Affairs, Academic and other administrative departments.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills :

CA / ICWA with Minimum 8-10 years of Experience in Financial Leadership Roles

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Advanced excel, excellent communication skills and stakeholder management skills, ERP Implementation experience

Knowledge of UGC / NIRF / NAAC reporting and Statutory frameworks is an asset.