Accountant

Job Summary: The School Accountant is responsible for managing the financial records of the school, ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with statutory requirements, timely fee collection, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting. The role supports school management in maintaining financial transparency and efficiency.

• Key Responsibilities1. Financial ManagementMaintain accurate books of accounts (cash book, ledger, bank book).
• Record all income and expenditure related to school operations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring expenses against the budget.
• 2. Fee ManagementManage student fee collection (online and offline).
• Maintain fee records, dues, concessions, fines, and refunds.
• Generate fee receipts and reconcile fee collections.
• Coordinate with the admissions department for new admissions and withdrawals.
• 3. Payroll & Staff AccountsPrepare monthly salary statements for teaching and non-teaching staff.
• Manage PF, ESI, TDS, gratuity, and other statutory deductions.
• Maintain staff salary records and payslips.
• 4. Statutory ComplianceEnsure compliance with Income Tax, GST (if applicable), PF, ESI, and other statutory regulations.
• Prepare and file returns within deadlines.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax consultants during audits.
• 5. Vendor & Expense ManagementProcess vendor bills and payments.
• Maintain records of contracts, AMC, and service providers.
• Monitor allied services expenses (transport, cafeteria, housekeeping, security, etc.).
• 6. Reporting & Audit SupportPrepare financial reports for management review.
• Assist during internal and external audits.
• Maintain proper documentation and vouchers for all transactions.
• 7. Administrative SupportCoordinate with administration for financial planning.
• Support procurement by verifying bills and purchase orders.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial data.
• Qualifications & SkillsEducational QualificationB.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) preferred
• Professional qualification (CA Inter / CMA Inter) is an added advantage
• Skills RequiredStrong knowledge of accounting principles
• Proficiency in Tally / ERP / Excel
• Understanding of school fee software and payroll systems
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Experience2–5 years of experience as an accountant (school/educational institution preferred)