Chief Financial Officer

Role Description

The CFO will oversee all financial functions, including strategic planning, risk management, grants and donor compliance, and operational financial oversight. This role demands not only technical expertise but also the ability to align financial strategies with the mission-driven objectives of the organization.

Core Responsibilities

1) Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, driving financial strategies that align with the organization’s mission and long-term goals.
• Advise the Managing Trustee, CEO and Board of Directors on financial planning, organizational risk, and sustainability strategies.
• Lead efforts to secure and optimize funding streams, including grants, donations, and partnerships, to ensure the financial health of the organization.

2) Financial Planning and Budgeting

• Oversee the development of multi-year financial plans and annual budgets that support strategic priorities.
• Lead financial forecasting processes to assess and anticipate future funding needs and organizational expenditures.
• Provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making and ensure the efficient allocation of resources.

3) Operational Financial Management:

• Supervise accounting, treasury, and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with all regulatory and donor requirements.
• Implement and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard financial assets and mitigate risk.
• Oversee payroll, tax filings, and all financial operations to maintain organizational efficiency.

4) Risk Management and Governance:

• Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the organization’s financial stability.
• Collaborate with the leadership and its committees to present comprehensive financial analyses, audit findings, and strategic recommendations.
• Drive organizational compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks relevant to non-profit operations.

5) Grants and Donor Management:

• Design and implement financial systems that meet the specific needs of donors and partners 
• Ensure compliance with all grant conditions, including detailed financial reporting and timely submissions.

6) Leveraging systems and tools in Finance:

• Lead the adoption of financial technologies (FinTech) to optimize operations, including automation of financial processes, implementation of ERP systems, and use of analytics for real-time financial insights.
• Evaluate and integrate software solutions to enhance efficiency in budgeting, reporting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure cybersecurity measures are in place to protect financial data and systems.

7) Policy formation and implementation:

• Developing and supervising the maintenance of SOPs, procedures, manuals, and guidelines for operational excellence 
• These tools collectively reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risks and enhance transparency and informed decision-making while aligning with strategic organizational goals.

8)  Team Development and Leadership:

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team capable of executing the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
• Serve as a role model for ethical leadership and commitment to the organization’s mission.

Requirements

Key Qualities

• Experience in Real Estate, Construction, Project Finance is preferable 

• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable strategies.
• Deep knowledge of non-profit financial management, including grant compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across all levels.
• Leadership acumen with a demonstrated ability to drive change, inspire teams, and build organizational capacity.
• Passion for social impact and alignment with the mission and values of India Autism Center.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA in Finance or equivalent) or professional certifications such as CA, CPA, or CFA are mandatory requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Benefits

Careers are made to last at the India Autism Center. We make you an incomprehensible promise: With benefits created to support you at all stages of life, our employees grow professionally and personally while making a difference in society.

Our benefits are built on core categories of health, financial security, learning, personal & professional development.