Accountant
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya
- City
- Purnia
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.1L – ₹3.8L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
Accountant salary in Purnia — 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 Kendriya Vidyalaya
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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
Kendriya Vidyalaya in Purnia, Bihar is hiring a Accountant. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Kendriya Vidyalaya, established 2005, runs as a senior secondary campus in Purnia, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Context: the Accountant reports into the Administrator/Operations Head and works with other functional leads. Critical to keeping academic delivery free from operational friction. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.1 LPA – ₹3.8 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Kendriya Vidyalaya reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Where exactly is Kendriya Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Purnia, Bihar. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the average Accountant salary in Purnia?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in Purnia. 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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 2005
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RAJ KUMAR SAH
- Affiliation #
- 300043
Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Purnia, Bihar.
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