Job Description

We are seeking

CA/CMA professionals

for the role of

Manager - Project Integrity Finance Strategy

for our Nature-Based Carbon Credit Projects, including

Regenerative Agriculture, Agroforestry, Biochar, and Enhanced Rock Weathering

.

Each lead will independently manage one project pathway.



The Manager will ensure:

Strategic oversight

of project finances, including P L and investor reporting

Compliance

with registry standards and customer contracts

Fraud prevention

, asset safeguarding, and

cost optimization

Accuracy of reporting

and end-to-end

data integrity

Key Responsibilities

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1. Business Finance P L Oversight

Manage project P L through budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Track

budget vs. actuals

, analyze variances, and implement cost-control measures Provide financial insights and advise on

revenue opportunities

Prepare investor reports and financial performance summaries Collaborate with corporate finance and investor relations to ensure alignment with project goals

2. Field Audits On-Ground Validation

Conduct extensive field visits for

physical verification

Inspect work progress, deployed assets, and field activities Validate beneficiary interactions, collected data, and field reports Identify

low-cost alternatives

for efficient project execution Detect risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost optimization

3. Financial Compliance Audit

Review invoices, vendor bills, and payment requests Validate cost claims and ensure

complete documentation

Conduct internal checks to prevent

misreporting, irregularities, and fraud

Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and statutory requirements Prepare and certify milestone documents needed for project submissions

4. Reporting Stakeholder Coordination

Prepare audit reports, certification notes, and risk assessments Collaborate with internal teams to close audit observations Present findings and recommendations to management Maintain audit independence while supporting smooth project operations

Qualifications

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CMA or CA Completed articleship

with substantive audit exposure

1-2 years post-qualification experience

in any of the following - Due Diligence, Internal Audit, Cost Audit, Statutory Audit, Financial Controls or Project Audits


Strong understanding of

customer contracts

and

carbon registry standards

Expertise in

financial analysis, budgeting, and P L management

Comfortable with

extensive on-ground travel

, including rural areas


Strong analytical ability and

fraud detection skills

Strong capability in

risk identification, investigation, and problem-solving

Effective communication and

stakeholder management

, including investor reporting

Additional Information

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Why Join Us?

Be part of the

founding leadership team

of one of the fastest-growing climate-tech startups in India. Build a

global brand

with real-world impact on climate, soil health, and farmer livelihoods. Work with passionate entrepreneurs and global investors driving sustainability innovation. * Competitive compensation + meaningful

ESOPs

-- ownership in Varaha's journey