– SCHOOL ACCOUNTANT

Position: Accountant

Department: Accounts & Administration

Experience Required: 3–5 Years

Industry Preference: School / Educational Institution preferred

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and responsible Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the school. The candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting procedures, fee management, statutory compliance, payroll, reconciliation, and financial record maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and maintain the school's day-to-day accounts and financial records.
- Handle student fee collection, fee receipts, outstanding fee records, refunds, concessions, and reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate records of all income and expenditure.
- Record and verify purchase bills, expense vouchers, payment vouchers, receipts, and journal entries.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Perform regular bank reconciliation and maintain bank-related records.
- Maintain cash book, petty cash, ledgers, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports as required by the management.
- Assist in preparation and monitoring of the school budget.
- Process staff salaries/payroll, deductions, advances, reimbursements, and related records.
- Handle statutory compliances including TDS, PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, GST (where applicable), and other applicable requirements.
- Coordinate with CA, auditors, banks, vendors, and government authorities whenever required.
- Prepare and maintain documentation required for internal and statutory audits.
- Maintain proper records of vendor payments,



quotations, purchase-related documents, and outstanding liabilities.
- Ensure timely payment of utility bills, vendor bills, statutory dues, and other school expenses.
- Assist management in preparing financial data and documents required for DEO/Board/Government inspections or submissions, wherever applicable.
- Maintain complete confidentiality of financial, employee, student, and management information.
- Ensure proper filing and systematic maintenance of all accounting records and supporting documents.
- Perform any other accounts or administrative responsibilities assigned by the management.

Qualification & Experience
- B.Com / M.Com or equivalent qualification in Commerce/Accounting.
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Experience in a school or educational institution will be preferred.
- Sound knowledge of Tally / Tally Prime and accounting principles.
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Office, and accounting/ERP software.
- Knowledge of TDS, PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, GST and payroll processing.
- Experience in handling audits, reconciliations, and financial documentation.

Required Skills
- Solid numerical and accounting skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good knowledge of Excel and financial reporting.
- Ability to maintain records systematically and meet deadlines.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility for assigned financial tasks.
- Integrity, confidentiality, and professional conduct are essential.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Accountant (Ghatlodiya)
🏢 ID Patel School
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