Manager- Finance

This position is with EAII Advisors Evidence Actions technical partner in India.

About EAII

EAII Advisors Evidence Actions technical partner in India supports state governments in delivering evidence-based public health programs including safe drinking water initiatives and school and Anganwadi-based National Deworming Day and iron and folic acid supplementation. Operating across 10 states EAII Advisors provides technical assistance to ministries of health education water and women and child development reducing health burdens in impoverished communities and improving the long-term wellbeing of children and families.

For more information read about our work here: About Evidence Action and EAII

About Evidence Action

At Evidence Action we deliver data-driven interventions that transform lives at an unprecedented scale. We identify neglected global health issues and deploy proven solutions forging healthier futures for generations.
Our model operationalizes leading academic research (including from Nobel-winning economists). We measure progress and outcomes at every stage to ensure were making a real impact for people living in poverty and suffering from preventable or treatable health issues. Operating across 11 countries our team of 900 has reached over 500 million people working closely with governments to scale these interventions.

• Our Deworm the World program has delivered over 2 billion treatments significantly reducing worm prevalence and generating more than $23 billion in lifetime productivity gains.
• Through Safe Water Now weve saved the lives of over 15000 children.
• Our Accelerator explores untapped opportunities in global health testing low-cost interventions with the greatest potential to save and improve lives.

At Evidence Action your colleagues are your greatest asset. Youll partner with high-caliber colleagues in an environment blending innovation autonomy and teamwork. Our team excels in disruptive thinking and believes in rolling up our sleeves to get things done. If youre looking to work flexibly and with purpose join a team that delivers measurable change for millions.

The Role
EAII is transitioning from a centralized accounting structure to a decentralized operating model wherein state office finance teams will independently manage expense accounting while payments will continue to be processed centrally by the Head Office.

You will report directly to the Finance Controller and will play a critical part in enabling and overseeing this transition. You will manage and supervise 79 state-level Finance & Operations teams across India ensuring accurate expense booking in Tally adherence to defined workflows compliance with statutory requirements and maintenance of audit-ready documentation standards.

The role requires driving consistency and quality across geographically dispersed operations through structured oversight regular review mechanisms timely interventions and clear communication of expectations.

Responsibilities

Team Management and Capacity Building

• Collaborate with State Program Managers and HO leadership in setting KRAs and performance expectations for state finance teams.
• Conduct regular review meetings feedback discussions and joint performance evaluations.
• Identify capability gaps and facilitate continuous capacity building through training and on-the-job guidance particularly in areas such as Tally operations taxation documentation standards and compliance processes.

Oversight of Expense Booking and Accounts Payable Processes

• Review expense bookings processed by state teams including vendor invoices reimbursements petty cash transactions rental payments consultant payments and workshop-related expenses.
• Ensure correctness of accounting heads cost center allocations and adherence to the chart of accounts and accounting policies.
• Monitor timely monthly book closures with heightened oversight during calendar year-end (December) and financial year-end (March) closing periods.

Monitoring Tax and Statutory Compliance

• Ensure appropriate deduction and deposit of TDS on applicable transactions.
• Oversee accurate GST accounting including Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) entries relating to transport services rent from unregistered vendors legal services and other applicable transactions.
• Track timely filing of state-level GST returns and related compliances.
• Keep state finance teams informed of changes in tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Ensuring Audit-Ready Documentation

• Ensure adherence to prescribed documentation and digital filing protocols including maintenance of records on Google Drive by voucher category month and state.
• Verify availability and completeness of supporting documents such as agreements invoices approvals and calculation sheets.
• Conduct periodic documentation reviews to ensure audit preparedness and policy compliance.

Reporting and Process Improvement

• Prepare consolidated MIS reports and dashboards covering state-wise expenses book closure status and compliance metrics for the Director F&O.
• Serve as a coordination point between state teams and Head Office for payment-related queries and policy clarifications.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and recommend improvements to workflows SOPs and financial processes.

Essentials

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory

• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience in finance operations accounting or compliance roles
• Minimum 2 years of experience in managing geographically dispersed teams in a multi-location accounting environment branch/intercompany accounting structures
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes monthly book closures and Indian tax compliances including TDS and GST (including RCM provisions)
• Strong working knowledge of Tally ERP including ledger reviews reconciliations and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets for MIS reporting reconciliations and analytical reviews
• Effective people management and coaching skills particularly in remote team environments
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 4-5 days in a month of the time to state offices and field locations for reviews training and operational support

Desirable

• GST/Taxation certifications ERP-related certifications
• Familiarity with HRMS and expense management platforms such as KEKA would be advantageous

Disclaimer: The job description provided above is a general outline of the typical responsibilities and requirements for the role. It may be modified or expanded based on the specific needs and structure of the organization.

Position Location

This position will be based in New Delhi India. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in India. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health insurance with IPD and OPD provisions
• Life and Accidental insurance
• PF ESIC and Gratuity as per statutory requirements
• Mental and physical well-being benefits
• Learning and Development benefit
• Generous leave
• Avenues for engagement and recognition

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with the individuals credentials experience and previous pay scale.

All contracting arrangements will be made through EAII Advisors Private Limited. EAII is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at EAII is based solely on an individuals merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. EAII does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race caste creed colour religion gender origin disability marital status or any other basis protected by law.

Note: This role will be open for applications until 1st June 2026. Please apply at your earliest convenience. We may close this search earlier than the specified date if we find the right fit. Due to the volume of applications received we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidate

Required Experience:

Manager