Accountant
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- Govt Boys SEC School No 3
- City
- New Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹6.1L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Jul 2026
Accountant salary in New Delhi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Accountant
at Govt Boys SEC School No 3
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Govt Boys SEC School No 3 invites applications for a Accountant in New Delhi, Delhi. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Govt Boys SEC School No 3 in New Delhi, Delhi operates as a secondary school, established 1970, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the Accountant reports into the Administrator/Operations Head and works with other functional leads. Critical to keeping academic delivery free from operational friction. Responsibilities:
- Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.
- Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.
- Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.
- Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. Requirements:
- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.5 LPA – ₹6.1 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Govt Boys SEC School No 3 reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Govt Boys SEC School No 3 follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is there a probation period?
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.
What is the salary for this Accountant role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What is the average Accountant salary in New Delhi?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in New Delhi. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
How do I apply for this Accountant vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Govt Boys SEC School No 3
Key facts about Govt Boys SEC School No 3
- Founded
- 1970
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- ASHOK KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 2754104
Govt Boys SEC School No 3 is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in New Delhi, Delhi.
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Interview questions & answers for Accountant
Common questions Indian schools ask for Accountant roles in New Delhi (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. What is your greatest strength and weakness as an educator?
Pick a strength tied to student outcomes with one metric or story. For weakness, name a real one, follow it with the concrete steps you're taking (workshop, mentor, changed practice) — panels reject rehearsed non-answers like "I work too hard".
2. What experience is most relevant to a Accountant role at a school?
Lead with prior school or education-sector experience if you have it. If not, translate transferable skills (safeguarding awareness, working with minors, compliance, shift discipline) into school-specific scenarios — Govt Boys SEC School No 3 wants to picture you on day one.
3. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Accountant band in New Delhi (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
4. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Accountant brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Govt Boys SEC School No 3 in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
5. Why do you want to work at Govt Boys SEC School No 3?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the New Delhi campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
6. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".