About this role
Finance & Accounts Manager
Organization: IITM C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation (Samgnya)
Location: Chennai
Experience: 10–18 Years (Typically late 30s to early 40s)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Samgnya
IITM C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation is a Section 8 company established under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), Government of India, focused on advancing quantum communication technologies, innovation, startups, research commercialization, and ecosystem development.
We are looking for a highly competent, technology-savvy Finance & Accounts Manager who can independently manage finance operations, compliance, reporting, budgeting, grants, and audit functions while supporting a fast-growing deep-tech organization.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounting
Manage end-to-end accounting operations.
Maintain books of accounts in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
Handle Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Bank Reconciliation.
Ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
Monitor cash flow and fund utilization.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Design and generate monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS reports.
Develop management dashboards and financial summaries.
Create advanced reports using:
Pivot Tables
Power Query (preferred)
Excel/Google Sheets analytics
Zoho Books reporting tools
Generate customized ledgers, cost-center reports, project-wise expenditure reports, and grant utilization statements.
Budgeting & Fund Management
Support annual budgeting and financial planning.
Track project budgets against actual expenditures.
Monitor grant utilization and funding compliance requirements.
Support financial forecasting and resource planning.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure compliance with:
Income Tax
TDS
GST (where applicable)
MCA filings
CSR funding requirements
Section 8 Company regulations
Coordinate with auditors, consultants, banks, and statutory authorities.
Maintain documentation for internal and external audits.
Grant & Project Accounting
Manage government grants, research funding, and project-based accounting.
Track project expenditures against sanctioned budgets.
Prepare utilization certificates and financial reports for funding agencies.
Digital Finance & AI Adoption
Effectively utilize AI tools to improve productivity, reporting, reconciliation, and financial analysis.
Identify opportunities for automation across finance operations.
Work comfortably with cloud-based accounting and collaboration platforms.
Requirements
Must Have
Strong expertise in Accounting, Finance, and Compliance.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent knowledge of Pivot Tables, Lookups, Data Analysis, and Financial Modelling.
Hands-on experience with accounting software.
Preferred
Strong experience with Zoho Books.
Experience creating custom reports and ledgers within Zoho Books.
Familiarity with Zoho ecosystem applications.
Experience working with grants, government-funded projects, research institutions, universities, incubators, or Section 8 organizations.
Technology Orientation
Comfortable using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, or similar platforms.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to create management reports independently and financial insights.
Desired Profile
We are looking for someone who:
Is highly dependable and detail-oriented.
Can work independently with minimal supervision.
Is not afraid of technology and embraces AI-driven productivity.
Has strong spreadsheet and reporting capabilities.
Can convert financial data into meaningful management insights.
Possesses excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Is proactive, organized, and execution-focused.
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