Finance Consultant/Officer

The Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP) is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Finance Consultant/Officer to oversee financial planning, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in financial management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the organisation’s financial health and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures to optimise financial performance.
• Project-wise budgeting, financial allocation, and forecasting in keeping with project/program/institutional budgets.
• Monitor financial transactions and ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.
• Prepare financial reports, statements, and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, internal controls, annual and project audits.
• Evaluate financial risks and develop risk management strategies.
• Provide guidance on cost reduction, revenue optimization, and financial efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve financial decision-making and processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and best financial practices.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience and knowledge of Indian and International laws including, Income Tax, FCRA and CSR.
• Professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA, ACCA).
• Proven experience in financial consulting, financial analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Interested candidates may apply using this Link by April 25, 2025.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

About CSEP

The Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP) conducts independent, in-depth, and policy-relevant research, and provides evidence-based recommendations to the challenges facing India and the world. It draws on the expertise of its researchers, extensive interactions with policy makers as well as convening power to enhance the impact of research. Our researchers work across the domains of Growth, Finance and Development including Urbanisation; Energy, Natural Resources and Sustainability; and Foreign Policy and Security. All our research and policy recommendations are freely available to the public.

CSEP is based in New Delhi and registered as a company limited by shares and not for profit, under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 1956.

CSEP is supported through the generosity of its Founders’ Circle, Donors, Friends of CSEP, and Patrons. The support and generous contribution of our donors will accelerate the next phase of institutional growth, thus bolstering CSEP’s role by bringing informed non-partisan analysis to policymakers. The Finance Consultant/Officer will play a crucial role in managing and building strategic partnerships to support our mission and programmes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in relationship management across Foundations, Corporates and HNI’s and a passion for social and economic development.

CSEP is an independent, non-partisan research organisation based in New Delhi. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons regardless of race, colour, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation shall have equal access to positions, limited only by their ability to do the job.