The Role
Oversee accounting and financial management for Science Gallery Bengaluru, including financial closures, reporting, grant and donor fund management, receivables, payables, payroll, banking, audits, compliance, financial controls, and board reporting. The role requires strong accounting expertise, Tally and Excel proficiency, analytical ability, accuracy, deadline management, team supervision, and communication with auditors, donors, departments, and government agencies.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Art X Company is hiring for their client Science Gallery Bengaluru (SGB) an Accounts Manager who will oversee the accounting and financial management functions at SGB ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, donor fund utilisation, and effective financial controls. The role involves managing monthly and annual financial closures, grant reporting, receivables and payables, payroll accounting, banking, audits, and board-level financial reporting. The Accounts Manager will work closely with internal departments, donors, auditors, and government agencies to maintain financial discipline and ensure timely and accurate financial information.
About Science Gallery Bengaluru:
Science Gallery Bengaluru (SGB) is a not-for-profit public institution for research-based engagement targeted at young adults. We work at the interface between the human, natural and social sciences, and engineering, arts and design through a Public Lab Complex, ever-changing exhibitions, and mentorship programmes. Asia’s first and India’s only member of Science Gallery International, SGB works on a range of themes that are central to the concerns of young adults. The Gallery’s public engagement model moves beyond just participation, and towards proactive involvement through ever-changing exhibitions, programmes, and public events consisting of research-based engagements led by artists and scholars from diverse backgrounds. SGB is established with the founding support of the Government of Karnataka and three academic partners - Indian Institute of Science, National Centre for Biological Sciences, and Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology. It is a member of the Global Science Gallery Network with sister galleries in Atlanta, Dublin, London, Melbourne, Rotterdam, and Monterrey. Their mission is to ‘bring science back into culture’
Please note:
- The vetting process for this role comprises 2-3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment.
- The Art X Company is hiring for this role on behalf of our client.
- This is an on-site, project-based full-time position in Bengaluru.
- Salary band for this role is available upon request.
Requirements
Essential Qualification and Experience:
- At least a master’s degree in finance, accounting, or related subjects.
- 8 to 12 years of proven experience in a fast paced working environment.
- Previous financial and management accounting experience is required with strong accounts preparation experience.
- Evidence of membership of a recognised accounting body will be an advantage.
- Understanding and knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations.
- Strong Tally and Excel modelling skills is essential.
- Google Apps for work proficiency desirable.
- Familiarity with the workings of government funded bodies will be an advantage.
- Experience preparing business cases / strategic plans.
- Non-profit accounting experience desirable.
- Excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Confident self-starter with ability to work on own initiative.
- Team player with ability to communicate effectively Team supervision experience.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related subject
- 8 to 12 years of proven experience in a fast-paced working environment
- Previous financial and management accounting experience
- Strong accounts preparation experience
- Membership of a recognised accounting body
- Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
- Strong Tally skills
- Strong Excel modelling skills
- Google Apps for Work proficiency
- Familiarity with government-funded bodies
- Experience preparing business cases or strategic plans
- Non-profit accounting experience
- Excellent analytical skills for managing large amounts of data
- Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
- High accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Team supervision experience
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The Company
What We Do
Art X Company is a strategic consultancy working at the intersection of arts and access. It provides consulting, research, curation, audience development, and creative communications services for cultural organisations and initiatives. The company also supports Festivals From India and related programming, including annual conferences such as CultureCon, helping connect audiences, artists, institutions, and wider creative communities.
