Varaha is a tech startup at the intersection of climate, agriculture, and technology. We are decarbonizing the atmosphere while ensuring longevity of investments in emission-capturing natural projects. Breathing through the mission of changing the status quo, we at Varaha are the world’s first developing economy-focused, full-stack climate tech company that aims to offset greenhouse emissions by incentivizing carbon-neutral nature-based practices. Connecting these carbon removal projects with companies and helping them address their net zero emission targets, we provide end-to-end assistance by being a one-stop destination for the creation, quantification, verification, & sale of high-quality carbon-credits*. 

Each project is meticulously vetted through advanced remote sensing analytics and carbon modellingensuring every investment results in carbon removal and creates an additional income source for the smallholders along the way. 

Job Description

We are seeking Ex-Armed Forces / 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 manager will independently lead one project pathway.

The role will ensure:

• Strategic oversight of project finances, including P&L ownership and investor reporting

• Compliance with registry standards and contractual obligations

• Fraud prevention, asset protection, and cost optimization

• Accuracy and integrity of financial and operational data

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Finance & P&L Oversight

• Manage project P&L through budgeting, forecasting, and reporting

• Track budget vs. actuals, analyze variances, and implement cost controls

• Provide financial insights and identify revenue opportunities

• Prepare investor reports and collaborate with corporate finance and investor relations

2. Field Audits & Ground Validation

• Conduct regular field visits for physical verification of activities

• Review work progress, deployed assets, and field operations

• Validate beneficiary data and reports

• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities

3. Financial & Compliance Audit

• Review invoices, vendor bills, and payment requests

• Verify cost claims and documentation

• Conduct internal audits to prevent irregularities and fraud

• Ensure compliance with financial controls and statutory norms

• Prepare and certify milestone documentation

4. Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination

• Prepare audit reports, certification notes, and risk assessments

• Close audit observations with internal teams

• Present findings and recommendations to management

• Maintain audit independence while supporting smooth execution

Qualifications

• Ex-Armed Forces professionals or CA/CMA with completed articleship and strong audit exposure

• 1–2 years post-qualification experience in Due Diligence, Internal/Cost/Statutory Audit, Financial Controls, or Project Audits

• Strong knowledge of 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, risk assessment, and fraud detection skills

• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities