Accountant
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur
- City
- Karaikal
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹4.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 23 May 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Jul 2026
Accountant salary in Karaikal — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
An opening for a Accountant in Karaikal, Puducherry at Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur in Karaikal, Puducherry functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1956,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: the Accountant sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.0 LPA – ₹4.4 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Accountant salary in Karaikal?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in Karaikal. 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.
How do I apply for this Accountant vacancy?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
How much experience do I need for this Accountant role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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'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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur?
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.
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Key facts about Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur
- Founded
- 1956
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- VEERAMMAL N
- Affiliation #
- 2920146
Mayor A. Soundararengan Government High School Sethur is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1956, located in Karaikal, Puducherry.
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