We are looking for a responsible, organised and trustworthy Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping and banking activities of a charitable trust engaged in providing financial assistance for education and medical treatment to the underprivileged.
- QualificationBachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) is mandatory.
- Minimum 2
- years of relevant accounting experience.
- Working knowledge of Tally and MS Excel.
- Positive written and verbal communication skills.
Key
- ResponsibilitiesMaintain the trust's books of accounts and day-to-day financial records.
- Record donations received and payments made, ensuring proper documentation and supporting vouchers.
- Handle banking activities, including cheque preparation, bank deposits, online transfers and bank reconciliations.
- Maintain records of educational scholarships, medical assistance and other charitable disbursements.
- Prepare payment vouchers, receipts, ledgers and other accounting statements.
- Maintain records of bills, invoices, bank statements and supporting documents for audit purposes.
- Assist in preparing periodic income and expenditure statements and other financial reports.
- Coordinate with the trust's auditors and Chartered Accountant for audits, tax filings and statutory compliance.
- Maintain proper records of donations, donor details and utilisation of charitable funds.
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality and transparency in all financial transactions.
- Candidate ProfileHonest, dependable and detail-oriented, with a high degree of integrity.
- Good numerical and organisational skills.
- Able to work independently and maintain systematic records.
- Familiarity with accounting and compliance requirements applicable to charitable trusts will be an advantage.
- Employment DetailsPosition: Accountant
- Experience: Minimum 2 years
- Qualification: B.Com. or equivalent
- Location: Mumbai
- Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Particular emphasis on three requirements when screening candidates:
1. Banking and reconciliation experience: The candidate should be able to reconcile bank statements with the books of accounts and maintain a clear record of every receipt and payment.
2. Audit-ready documentation: Every donation and every payment for education or medical assistance should have appropriate supporting documents and authorisation.
3. Trustworthiness and independence: The person should be comfortable handling confidential beneficiary information and charitable funds, with proper checks and approvals in place.
“Experience working with a charitable trust, NGO or Section 8 company preferred” but not mandatory