JOB DESCRIPTION
About PCI India:
PCI India, a registered Indian society, has been working in India for the past 26 years. We drive interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI India reached more than 1.7 crore, i.e. 17 million people in 202 Districts of 15 States.
Our Vision and Mission:
Vision – A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.
Mission – Rooted in community realities, we co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.
Our Values:

Excellence – Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount.
Respect – There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute.
Collaboration – Only through collaboration we can address complex development problems.
Boldness – Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction.
Creativity – Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance, and impact.
Integrity – Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains.
PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
PCI is committed to providing equal opportunity to all working for it and in creating an inclusive work environment. We respect the diversity of our people and follow a fair, non-discriminatory approach in terms of gender, age, nationality race, caste, religion, community, marital status, physical challenge, and sexual orientation.
We promote diversity in the workplace and ensure a culture of zero tolerance to any form of discrimination, abuse, or harassment whether sexual, physical, or psychological.
PCI provides equal opportunity in recruitment, appraisals, promotion, and career progression. Our people policies are fair, objective, and non-discriminatory and everyone is expected to adhere to them.
About the Position:
Position Title: Accounts Officer
Number of Position: 1
Reporting: Senior Manager- Grants
Location: Delhi
Grade: C
Type: Regular Qualification Required: Postgraduate.
Position Summary:
The Accounts Officer, Global Fund (Malaria) is a key role in the New Delhi team, reporting to the Deputy Lead – Finance/ Sr. Manager Grants. This limited-duration position oversees financial management for Global Fund grant implementation, including transaction verification, reporting, budgeting, and audit support. The role involves managing finances, conducting reviews, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and communication abilities, capable of working independently and collaboratively.
Experience Required:

Desirable: Semi – Qualified Chartered Accountant, Management Accountant, or MBA from reputed university/institute with 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in similar organisational/functional context related to Global Fund grant.

Mandatory: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of work experience
Competencies and Skills:
Strong knowledge of various financial software like Microsoft Dynamics/ Tally.
Must have demonstrated experience in developing linked data spreadsheets/models and using features such as formula auditing, pivot tables, shortcut-keys, and frequently used in-built excel formulas. Experience with Excel macro development will be an added advantage.
Demonstrated skills in reviewing/interpreting reports and in developing narrative analysis with appropriate follow up actions.
Should have strong accounting knowledge, and analytical/problem solving skills.
Rigorous and detail-oriented with an ability to multi-task and work effectively in adverse and fast paced work environment.
Ability to coach both finance and non-finance people on financial issues including budgeting & internal controls.
Fluency in spoken and written English language with high verbal/written communication skills.
Good knowledge of using MS Office tools (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
Excellent planning and prioritization skills and ability to work independently.
Ability to adjust and perform in a dynamic team environment and be a strong team player.

The Role
Responsibilities
Review and post the accounting entries/ bills/payments processed by accountant/ accounts associate related to Global Fund.
Verify all transactions with budgets, approvals and reports before getting approved for payment.
Ensure organizational and project related bookkeeping / accounting work and maintenance of all associated records.
Prepare and submit financial monthly / quarterly/annual statements to the supervisor.
Support Deputy Lead Finance in preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows.
Support in preparation of annual financial reports (AFR)as required for donor audits.
Provide guidance/training to program team on approved budgets, reporting requirements, variance reporting etc.
Support Deputy Lead to mitigate financial risks by providing continuous oversight and promptly addressing any financial issues that arise.
Provide adequate support during internal, statutory audits and LFA Reviews.
Ensure compliance with grant requirements and preparing for audits. Also ensure that all financial records are meticulously maintained and readily available for audits, reducing the risk of non-compliance.
Collaborate with project managers to develop, monitor, and adjust budgets as needed, ensuring that funds are allocated efficiently and in line with project goals.
Conduct regular financial analysis to assess the project’s financial performance, identify variances, and recommend cost-saving measures.
Provide insights to Deputy Finance Lead to support for taking informed decision and enhance the project’s financial sustainability.
Prepare Bank reconciliation statement and Fund reconciliation related to Global Fund on monthly basis.
Coordinate with Admin team for fixed asset register and ensure it get submitted with donor on timely basis.
Coordinate with HR team for timesheets of staff working under the project and ensure it get submitted with donor on timely basis.
Maintain repository of all donor communications and approval during the project tenure.
Overall, comply with requirements of the organization as may be relevant for the project.
Any other task as assigned by supervisor/Deputy Finance Lead/ Team Lead.
What can you expect in PCI:
• A warm, inclusive, and happy work environment.
• Performance driven reward mechanism.
• The best of the class benefits from competitive remunerations.
• Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse & Children.
• Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self.
• All other statutory benefits.
• Regular Recognition of performance and PCI Value display in work
• An empowering organisation structure which values individual’s skills, competencies and potential.
• Opportunities to operate in a cross functional role.
• Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based.
• Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.
• Leadership roles for women are encouraged and given preference in selection and training.