Finance & Project Controller

● Designation: Finance & Project Controller

● Organization: SwitchON Foundation

● Location: Kolkata, West Bengal (with travel across Eastern and Western India)

● Work Experience: Minimum 5 years in financial management and project control, preferably in the NGO/development sector

● Compensation: ₹7–10 Lakhs per annum

● Language Proficiency: English, Hindi, and Bengali

About SwitchON Foundation

Established in 2008, SwitchON Foundation is a pioneering non-profit organization committed to driving sustainable development through innovative solutions in climate-resilient agriculture, clean energy, green livelihoods, and industry decarbonization. With a passionate team of over 175 professionals, we operate across 10 states in India, empowering communities with climate-smart technologies and practices.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work, SwitchON Foundation takes pride in its inclusive and diverse workplace, with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Our impact is amplified through a combination of innovative programs, social enterprises, and strategic policy advocacy aimed at creating lasting change.

To learn more, visit: www.switchon.org.in

Position Summary

The Finance & Project Controller will play a dual role of managing financial health and ensuring project delivery control at SwitchON Foundation. This cross-functional position combines core finance operations, compliance, monitoring & evaluation, donor reporting, and stakeholder coordination. The role will be instrumental in budgeting, analysis, reporting, and enabling strategic decision-making in line with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

● Financial Planning & Budgeting

- Develop annual and project-specific budgets aligned with program strategies and donor mandates.

- Forecast cash flow and plan fund requirements across various implementation verticals.

- Support the project lead with financial planning and cost estimation.

● Financial Control & Analysis

- Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and identify financial variances.

- Conduct variance, trend, and performance analysis to aid decision-making. - Implement cost control and financial discipline mechanisms across projects.

● Accounting, Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure compliance with statutory, donor, and FCRA guidelines.

- Coordinate internal, donor, and statutory audits; prepare all necessary documentation.

- Identify and mitigate financial risks through pre-emptive planning.

● Financial Reporting

- Prepare timely and analytical monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. - Generate grant-specific reports and dashboards for internal management and external donors.

● Project Monitoring & Evaluation

- Track project KPIs and progress against the parameters of quality, cost, time, and impact.

- Conduct field visits and review project implementation data for performance management.

- Support program teams in implementing M&E frameworks and tools.

● Data Management & Tools

- Maintain centralized databases for financial and project tracking.

- Design tools, templates, and dashboards using Excel or similar platforms. - Build efficiency and data integrity through structured documentation and automation.

● Stakeholder & Donor Engagement

- Liaise with donors, auditors, and internal teams to ensure transparent communication and aligned expectations.

- Respond to donor queries and support donor-driven compliance activities.

● Capacity Building & Team Oversight

- Guide and mentor finance and field teams on budgeting, reporting, and compliance standards.

- Facilitate training in financial and monitoring tools to build internal capacity.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

● Education:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.

- Additional degrees such as MSW or M.Sc. in Agriculture are advantageous for sectoral relevance.

● Experience:

- Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and project control in NGOs, development organizations, or consultancy projects.

● Technical & Core Skills:

- Expertise in budgeting, compliance (FCRA/NGO), audit coordination, and financial modeling.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (dashboards, pivot tables, financial analysis). - Familiarity with M&E frameworks, project performance tools, and donor reporting systems.

● Communication & Leadership:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal, mentoring, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions.

Reporting Structure

● Reports To: Senior Management or Program Director

● Team Size: Will work cross-functionally with finance and project control teams

Travel Requirements

Extensive travel, depending on the needs of the organization or programs.

Compensation

● Annual CTC: ₹7–10 Lakhs per annum(Fixed)

● Additional Benefits: Variable Pay + Commitment Bonus (Compensation will be aligned with experience, qualifications, and current salary)

● Reimbursement: Official travel, stay, and logistics as per organizational policy

Application Process

To apply, please complete the application form and upload your updated CV and cover letter via the link -  https://forms.gle/NmTGoJeumhFeSKkj8

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