Job Information Work Experience 3-5 years Closing Date 05 08 2025 City New Delhi Job Type Full Time About CCS Centre for Civil Society a non-profit think tank with a thematic focus on school education urban livelihoods and governance seeks a Senior Researcher About the role As a Senior Finance Associate at our think tank you will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial integrity transparency and strategic resource management across the organization This role involves overseeing day-to-day financial operations supporting budgeting and forecasting processes ensuring compliance with grant requirements and managing donor reporting You will work closely with leadership and program teams to translate complex financial data into clear actionable insights that inform evidence-based decisions and support mission-aligned growth This position requires a solid analytical mindset keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced purpose-driven environment It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their financial expertise while contributing meaningfully to social impact through policy research and public engagement Key Responsibilities Financial Record Keeping Oversee the maintenance of financial documents records and files ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including general ledger entries journal entries and bank reconciliations Organise and maintain financial documents invoices receipts and other relevant paperwork Support the team in making a presentation PPT for a meeting Team Management Board Donor Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes Financial Reporting Analysis Support Prepare financial reports Donor Management Board including balance sheets income statements and cash flow statements Coordinate with the program team in preparing budgets and forecasts by gathering and analysing financial data Conduct basic variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and budgeted figures Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits Compliance Internal Controls Ensure all financial transactions comply with organisational policies accounting standards donor s accounting rules Oversee the implementation and adherence to internal financial controls and procedures Respond to auditor inquiries and provide necessary documentation Other Support Assist with other special finance projects and initiatives as assigned Identify and suggest improvements to existing financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy Collaborate effectively with other departments to resolve financial queries and gather necessary information Reporting to Senior Fellow Accounts Compliance Qualifications Experience Education Bachelor s Master s degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field Experience 3-5 years of experience in a finance or accounting role Experiences from the development sector will be added advantage

📌 Senior Associate, Finance (New Delhi)
🏢 Centre for Civil Society
📍 New Delhi