Company Description Educate Girls, founded in 2007, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing girls’

education in rural and educationally marginalized areas of India. The organization works in close alignment with key national education policies and government programs to improve access to quality learning, especially for girls and young women. By partnering with communities, volunteers, and government schools, Educate Girls focuses on enrolling and retaining out-of-school girls and strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy skills for all children.

When formal schooling is not possible, it offers second-chance programs that enable girls to complete their secondary education, creating measurable impact at scale.

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Girls aims to drive social, economic, and behavioral transformation so that every child can access quality education, with a goal to reach 10 million learners cumulatively by 2035.

Role Description The District Finance and Accounts Specialist is a full time, on-site role based in Shahjahanpur. This role is responsible for managing district-level accounting operations, including voucher preparation, ledger posting, reconciliation of accounts, and maintenance of financial records in line with organizational policies. The specialist will prepare and review financial statements, assist in budgeting and forecasting, and ensure timely reporting to the central finance team.





Day-to-day tasks include monitoring fund utilization, verifying supporting documentation, coordinating with program teams on expenditure planning, and ensuring compliance with statutory and internal controls. The role also involves supporting audits, addressing finance-related queries from district staff, and providing clear communication and guidance on financial procedures.

Qualifications

- Strong Accounting and Finance knowledge, including hands-on experience with bookkeeping and financial processes.
- Ability to analyze Financial Statements and reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making.
- Demonstrated Analytical Skills for reviewing data, identifying variances, and improving financial efficiency.
- Effective Communication skills to collaborate with program teams, explain financial requirements, and prepare clear reports.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CA Inter, CMA, MBA Finance) are an advantage.
- Experience working with NGOs or development-sector organizations, preferably in district or field-level finance roles.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software, with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of Indian statutory requirements, grant management, and internal control systems is beneficial.

📌 District Finance And Accounts Specialist (Shahjahanpur)
🏢 Educate Girls
📍 Shahjahanpur