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In a significant move towards enhancing efficiency and transparency in financial management, the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has pioneered the implementation of its in-house developed ‘Accounts Manager Software’. This initiative marks a milestone in the country’s efforts to digitalise ministries and departments, aiming to deliver better services, reduce errors, and enhance transparency, thereby bolstering citizens’ trust in the government.
Ahead of the General Financial Rules (GFR) deadline of 30th June, CSIR has demonstrated exemplary efficiency by generating and submitting its Annual Accounts for the financial year 2023-24 on 01 April 2024. This early submission sets a benchmark for other Central autonomous institutions across India.
The ‘Accounts Manager Software’ boasts an intuitive interface designed for user-friendliness, allowing for seamless input, tracking, and management of financial data. It empowers CSIR with comprehensive financial reports, balance sheets, income & expenditure statements, and other analytics, facilitating informed decision-making. Furthermore, the software ensures data security through role-based access, safeguarding sensitive financial information.
A noteworthy feature of the CSIR software is its real-time monitoring capability, enabling users to monitor financial activities as they occur. This real-time insight facilitates prompt intervention and enhances decision-making processes.
Developed by an in-house team of officers led by Shri S.P. Singh, Sr Dy FA, Shri Arvind Khanna, FAO, and Ms Akansha Trehan, Technical Officer, the ‘Accounts Manager Software’ has been implemented across CSIR Headquarters and its 37 National Labs nationwide. Under the mentorship of Dr N. Kalaiselvi, DG, CSIR/Secretary, DSIR, and the leadership of Shri Chetan Prakash Jain, Joint Secretary & Financial Adviser, CSIR/DSIR, this initiative signifies a paradigm shift towards modernised financial management practices.
By standardising financial processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring transparency and accuracy in financial transactions and reporting, the AMS software heralds a new era of financial management within CSIR. It not only streamlines financial operations but also instils confidence in stakeholders, including employees, pensioners, and project staff, by introducing robust financial control mechanisms.
CSIR’s implementation of the ‘Accounts Manager Software’ underscores India’s commitment to embracing digitalisation to transform governance. With its innovative approach to financial management, CSIR sets a precedent for other government bodies to follow suit, driving India towards a more efficient, transparent, and digitally-enabled future.
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