Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) Looking For Finance Executive at Pune, Maharashtra, Full Time

ARAI-Advance Mobility Transformation & Innovation Foundation (AMTIF) is a section 8 company incorporated under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013. The company is promoted by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) situated in Pune, Maharashtra. At present ARAI-AMTIF is supporting startups under the aegis of Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS), Government of Maharashtra.

We are looking for the following position for our Finance & Accounts Department

Designation: Finance & Accounts Executive– 01 No. (ARAI-AMTIF Contractual)

Location: Pune

Experience: 1-3 Years

The ideal Finance and Accounts Executive at ARAI-AMTIF should have strong financial and accounting skills, with experience in managing statutory compliances such as TDS, GST, and audits. They should be capable of overseeing CSR financial planning, aligning projects with company and government goals, and handling related documentation and reporting. Proficiency in managing government schemes, preparing Utilization Certificates, and operating within the PFMS framework is essential. Strong stakeholder engagement, attention to detail, and the ability to manage banking and external audits are key to this role.

Candidates should possess necessary skill sets mentioned in below job description

Job Description:

• Overall management of accounts and financial based work / activities of the organization
• Planning, executing and managing CSR initiatives that align with the company’s values and goals.
• To identify, manage and track projects and to ensure effective and timely implementation of CSR programmes aligned with sanctioned objectives.
• Streamline documentation process, handle project progress and evaluation reports, documentation of successes stories of partners & case studies
• Engagement with varied stakeholders to channelize effective CSR projects relevant for the company.
• Management of financial and regulatory compliances for Government based projects/grants/policies
• Monitor, Review and Verify the financials under Government Schemes / Policies / Project / Stakeholders
• Prepare and maintain a record of the various financial statements and reports of the organization
• Creation and verification of Utilization Certificates for Government policies / projects, as applicable
• Support and Manage operations for Government audits and related documentation, as applicable
• Filing of Professional Tax, TDS, Goods & Services Tax, Income Tax and other auditory compliances
• Management and Operations of organization’s bank accounts and related works as per guidelines
• Liaisoning with Banking Partners, Accounting, Auditors and other external members, as applicable
• Management and Operations of the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) under Government schemes / policies.

Key Requirements/Skills:

• Educational Background: B.Com., BBA, M.Com. MBA, MSW/ any other equivalent degree / certification. CA, CMA qualification will be a plus
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 1-3 years of experience, preferably in an incubator, accelerator, or innovation-focused organization. Freshers will not be considered.
• Experience in operating Tally software on a regular basis
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in operations and management of Public Financial Management System (PFMS)
• Knowledge about General Financial Rules (GFRs) will be preferred
• Experience in handling Government audits and documentation will be preferred
• Experience of Human Resource Management System (HRMS) will be preferred
• Experience in Government e-marketplace (GeM) portal will be preferred

Tenure: Annual contract renewable every year for a maximum period of 03 years

Last Date of Application: 14th August 2025

Management reserves the right to accept or reject any application.

📩Interested candidates can send their resumes and cover letters to

sm@amtifarai.org