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Joining: immediate, or as per notice period.\n\nDay to day, you will:\n- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.\n- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.\n- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.\n- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.\n- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early.\n\nIdeal candidate — you have:\n- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.\n- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.\n- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.\n- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.", "datePosted": "2026-10-25T23:32:53.034+00:00", "employmentType": "FULL_TIME", "hiringOrganization": { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/o-p-m-higher-secondary-school-shahdol-1362#school", "name": "O.p.m. Higher Secondary School", "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/o-p-m-higher-secondary-school-shahdol-1362", "sameAs": "http://opmschool.com/", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "IN", "streetAddress": "SHAHDOL, DIST SHAHDOL, MP", "addressLocality": "Shahdol", "addressRegion": "Madhya Pradesh", "postalCode": "484117" }, "foundingDate": "1963" }, "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/accountant-o-p-m-higher-secondary-school-shahdol-1362-shahdol-a840b517-r2610", "mainEntityOfPage": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/accountant-o-p-m-higher-secondary-school-shahdol-1362-shahdol-a840b517-r2610", "validThrough": "2027-01-23T23:32:53.034Z", "dateModified": "2026-10-28T10:07:53.865617+00:00", "directApply": true, "jobLocation": { "@type": "Place", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "IN", "streetAddress": "SHAHDOL, DIST SHAHDOL, MP", "addressLocality": "Shahdol", "addressRegion": "Madhya Pradesh", "postalCode": "484117" } }, "baseSalary": { "@type": "MonetaryAmount", "currency": "INR", "value": { "@type": "QuantitativeValue", "unitText": "YEAR", "minValue": 345500, "maxValue": 449500 } }, "industry": "Education", "totalJobOpenings": 1, "experienceRequirements": { "@type": "OccupationalExperienceRequirements", "monthsOfExperience": 24 } }, "board": "CBSE", "schoolType": "Senior Secondary Level", "status": "published", "descriptionText": "O.p.m. Higher Secondary School, established 1963, is a CBSE-affiliated senior secondary school in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh.\n\nThe school is hiring a Accountant. 1 position open. Indicative pay: ₹3.5 LPA–₹4.5 LPA per year. Joining: immediate, or as per notice period.\n\nDay to day, you will:\n• Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.\n• Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.\n• Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.\n• Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.\n• Escalate exceptions to the right authority early.\n\nIdeal candidate — you have:\n• Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.\n• A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.\n• Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.\n• Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.", "aboutTheRole": "We're hiring an Accountant comfortable with Tally/ERP, fees, payroll inputs and statutory filings.", "dayToDay": [ "Maintain school books in Tally/ERP.", "Process fee collection and reconciliations.", "Run payroll inputs and statutory deductions.", "File GST/TDS returns and support audits.", "Manage vendor payments and petty cash." ], "estimatedBand": null, "enrichment": [ { "id": "responsibilities", "heading": "What you'll handle as a Accountant", "body": "Maintain school accounts in Tally/ERP, process fees and payroll, file statutory returns and support audits." }, { "id": "board-context", "heading": "Working in a CBSE school", "body": "This school follows the **CBSE** framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities." } ], "faq": [ { "q": "What is the average Accountant salary in Shahdol?", "a": "Check the \"Salary snapshot\" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in Shahdol. City tier and board affiliation move the number materially — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top of the range, state-board private schools at the base." }, { "q": "Is there a probation period?", "a": "Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless." }, { "q": "How will I know if my application is being reviewed?", "a": "You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open \"My applications\" to see the timeline anytime." }, { "q": "When does the school want the joining date to be?", "a": "Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period." }, { "q": "Do staff get fee concession for their children?", "a": "Many schools offer a tuition-fee concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria and available seats. The appointment letter or the school's written HR policy is the authoritative source — confirm what applies before treating it as compensation." }, { "q": "I'm serving notice — should I still apply?", "a": "Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned." }, { "q": "Where exactly is O.p.m. Higher Secondary School located?", "a": "The school is in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh. Check the \"About the school\" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference." }, { "q": "What qualifications are required for a Accountant?", "a": "The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Accountant positions." }, { "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at O.p.m. Higher Secondary School?", "a": "Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities." }, { "q": "Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?", "a": "Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria." } ] }