ACCOUNTANT – JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Accountant

Industry: Education / School

Department: Accounts & Finance

Reports To: Principal / Management

Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented Accountant to manage the school’s day-to-day accounting and financial activities. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, handling fees and payments, preparing reports, and supporting the management in financial matters.

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain daily accounting records and financial transactions.

* Handle student fee collection, receipts, and fee records.

* Maintain cash, bank, purchase, sales, and expense records.

* Prepare and maintain vouchers, invoices, bills, and payment records.

* Perform daily cash and bank reconciliation.

* Manage petty cash and maintain proper supporting documents.

* Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.

* Maintain records of staff salaries, deductions, and payroll-related information.

* Coordinate with banks, vendors, auditors, and other external parties.

* Monitor outstanding fees and follow up on pending payments.

* Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records.

* Assist with statutory compliance,



including TDS, GST, PF, ESI, where applicable.

* Support internal and external audits by providing required documents and information.

* Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of all financial and employee records.

* Perform other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by the management.

Eligibility

* Bachelor’s degree in Commerce / Accounting / Finance or equivalent.

* Previous experience in accounting, preferably in a school or educational institution, will be an advantage.

* Knowledge of accounting software such as Tally / ERP.

* Good knowledge of MS Excel.

* Knowledge of payroll and statutory compliance is an added advantage.

Required Skills

* Solid numerical and analytical skills.

* Attention to detail and accuracy.

* Good communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality.

* Good organizational and time-management skills.

* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Experience

1 years of relevant experience preferred.

Salary

Salary: As per experience and school norms.

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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