Finance Manager (Chartered Accountant)

Position Description – Finance Manager

Position Title

Finance Manager

Department

Accounts \& Finance

Reporting To

Director – Operations / Managing Trustee

Location

Kuniya Group of Institutions, Kasaragod, Kerala

Employment Type

Full-time

Position Overview

The Finance Manager is responsible for managing the overall financial operations of the institution, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial transactions. The role involves planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all finance-related activities including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, audits, statutory compliance, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

A. Financial Management \& Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including cash flow, accounts receivable/payable, and payroll.

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to management.

• Develop and monitor financial performance metrics, ensuring adherence to institutional budgets.

• Support management in financial planning, forecasting, and cost control measures.

• Ensure proper maintenance of all financial records in compliance with legal and audit requirements.

B. Budgeting \& Planning

• Prepare annual budgets in coordination with department heads.

• Monitor budget utilization and report deviations with recommendations.

• Provide financial analysis for decision-making on new projects and institutional expansions.

C. Compliance \& Audit

• Ensure timely compliance with statutory obligations including GST, TDS, PF, ESI, Income Tax, and other applicable laws.

• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure audit findings are addressed promptly.

• Maintain updated knowledge of financial regulations and government policies applicable to educational institutions.

D. Banking \& Treasury Operations

• Manage institutional bank accounts, investments, and cash management processes.

• Handle loan documentation, fund transfers, and reconciliation of accounts.

• Liaise with banks, financial institutions, and auditors as required.

E. Team Leadership \& Coordination

• Supervise and guide the accounts and finance team in day-to-day operations.

• Ensure staff training, task allocation, and adherence to timelines.

• Promote transparency, accountability, and efficiency within the department.

Qualifications \& Experience

• Educational Qualification: CA Completed (Prefered), M. Com / MBA (Finance) / CMA preferred.

• Experience: Minimum 8 plus years of experience in accounts/finance management, preferably in an educational or institutional setup.

• Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Tally ERP / Tally Prime and MS Excel.

• Knowledge of statutory compliance (GST, PF, ESI, Income Tax).

• Familiarity with institutional accounting and project-based cost management.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Leadership and team management abilities.

• Integrity, confidentiality, and ethical financial management.

• Effective communication and coordination skills with departments and management.

Performance Indicators

• Timely completion of audits and statutory filings.

• Budget adherence and variance reporting accuracy.

• Efficiency in fund management and payment processing.

• Timely preparation of MIS and management reports.

Salary \& Benefits

• As per institutional norms and experience.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Location

In person