The Role
Manage bookkeeping, monthly closures, statutory and audit compliance, MIS and budgeting, cross‑country transactions, contract vetting, tax and labour compliance, support bids/pricing, mentor juniors, and improve finance processes for grants/contracts and group entities.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position: Senior Associate/Associate Manager- Finance (4-6 years)
Location: Chennai / Delhi office (on-site)
Position Type: Full Time
Start Date: 1st September 2026
About Us
Celebrating over sixteen years of innovative and collaborative work, Athena Infonomics has established itself as a data-driven global consultancy that leverages social science research, data science, and technology to provide user-centric, context-specific solutions and advice to decision makers. Our multidisciplinary and multi-cultural team of 95+ professionals spread across Asia, Africa, US and Europe exemplify extensive experience in designing and applying research methods to co-design and co-produce useful research that is inclusive and relevant.
Our team of data scientists apply agile programming and ICT tools in order to deliver responsive and practical data and digital solutions - making for an innovative, technology-oriented business model that sets us apart in the international development space.
The international business community is taking notice of this unique approach: in 2021 alone, Athena Infonomics was recognized on The Financial Times, Nikkei Asia, and Statista’s High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2021 and 2022 ranking, and was selected as one of The Economic Times and Statista’s 2021, 2022 and 2023 India Growth Champions.
Finance and Accounts, Contracts and Compliance
• Responsible for book-keeping, monthly closure of books of accounts, preparation of ledger reconciliation statements including inter-company reconciliation.
• Ensure proper accounting of Opex and CAPEX, Income / Revenue and Expenses etc.
• Ability to deal with cross country transactions and comply with the statutory requirements.
• Responsible for various statutory audits and accounts finalisation including for profit and not-for-profit entities, preparation of (standalone) financials and consolidated financials under applicable provisions for the group entities.
• Responsible for MIS reporting (cashflow, project and entity profitability, practice reports, IDC calculations etc) and preparation of other need-based reports.
• Supporting in Budgeting activity.
• Assisting in administering the travel and expense policy.
• Ensure Regulatory compliance under Income Tax Act, Companies Act, GST Act and other laws as applicable for the group entities:
o Compliance with Revenue Authorities
o Compliance under VAT and GST
o Compliance under Labour laws (PF, PT, social security, pension etc) as applicable
o Attending notices from various authorities efficiently.
o Others as applicable, including FEMA
• Support in preparation of reports, handling audits and compliances required under Client contracts. Review and support vetting/drafting of client and vendor contracts and handling legal matters.
• Support in Bids/proposals, pricing/FP.
• Be up to date in all the statutory and compliance matters.
Others
• Data maintenance – all files relating to Accounts, Banking and other correspondence with various Authorities, Employee personnel files, if any, and the Company’s contract documents and other relevant correspondence:
o Contract and Vendor Management
o Preparing statements, work orders and purchase orders etc.
o Liaison with bankers for various company needs on a time-to-time basis
o Insurance – Medi-claim and personal accident, taking care of claims and helping employees with Medical Insurance related issues, if any
o Supporting on employee joining and exit formalities.
• Conducting employee induction related to Finance and Accounts.
• Support or contribute to systems / process improvements to routine tasks.
• Implementing procedures and revisiting the same on a timely basis.
• Helping on tax planning for employees / company.
• Preparation of various contracts/agreements.
• Mentoring junior colleagues.
• Other assignments, as needed.
Qualifications and Experience
• Candidate should be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA/MCOM/CMA[PK2.1]
• Should have 4-5 years of related work experience in the field of International development working on grants/contracts/implementation projects at either:
o a Management Consulting firm;
o an IT Services Company; or
o a Chartered Accountancy Firm.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team setting in a fast-paced environment (verbal and written).
• Able to connect with people and collaborate with key stakeholders effectively across different geographies and timezones.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments, and to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills coupled with expert-level Excel/budget software skills, AI adoption & efficiency and the ability to self-review work for reasonableness and accuracy.
Additional Requirements
• This position requires successful completion of a reference check and employment verification.
• The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.
• Only candidates who have India work authorization will be considered.
Athena’s Work Culture
At Athena, we function in an outcomes-based work environment with flexible hours and a high level of autonomy. Professional development and thought leadership are key elements of our business model: we support our team members' professional growth through on-the-job training, and we encourage the cultivation of our colleagues’ personal brands through participation in panels, events, publications, and other thought-leadership opportunities. We embrace a transparent, open work environment with meaningful leadership pathways for those with inventive ideas and initiatives.
Athena Infonomics is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Athena Infonomics is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
AI Proficiency and Responsible Use
Proficiency in the responsible and sophisticated use of AI is a mandatory requirement for all roles, across all levels and functions at Athena Infonomics
Skills Required
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA/MCom/CMA
- 4-6 years relevant experience with grants/contracts/implementation projects (management consulting, IT services, or CA firm)
- Experience in bookkeeping, monthly closures, ledger and inter‑company reconciliations
- Experience preparing standalone and consolidated financials and supporting statutory audits
- Knowledge and compliance experience under Income Tax Act, Companies Act, GST, labour laws, FEMA
- Expert‑level Microsoft Excel and budgeting/MIS reporting skills
- Proficiency in responsible AI adoption and efficiency for finance tasks
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to self‑review work for accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication and ability to collaborate across geographies/timezones
- India work authorization and successful completion of reference and employment verification
- Experience with contract/vendor management, bids/proposals, pricing/financial planning
- Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to process/system improvements
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The Company
What We Do
Athena Infonomics is a data-driven global consultancy and impact solutions group. The company applies social science research, data analytics, and technology to drive innovation in policy and practice, and to plan, implement, and monitor development interventions to advance global development.
