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Accountant

₹3.0L – ₹5.5L / yr1–6 yrsCloses 7 Sept
Patiala, Punjabfull-timePosted 8d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
Modern Senior Secondary School
City
Patiala
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.0L – ₹5.5L per year
Experience
1–6 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Patiala — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹3.0L
per year
Typical
₹4.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹5.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Accountant

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Modern Senior Secondary School requires a Accountant in Patiala, Punjab for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Modern Senior Secondary School in Patiala, Punjab is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1948,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Accountant reports into the Administrator/Operations Head and works with other functional leads. Critical to keeping academic delivery free from operational friction. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Graduate with 1–5 years in administration or operations.
  • Organised, methodical, and dependable day to day.
  • Comfortable handling documentation, reports, and structured workflows.
  • Good at coordinating across teams without losing details.
  • Calm under pressure during admissions, exams, and major events. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.0 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and Modern Senior Secondary School 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 questions are asked in a Accountant interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Accountant roles in Patiala.

How do I write an application email for this Accountant role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Accountant application — Modern Senior Secondary School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Modern Senior Secondary School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

Where exactly is Modern Senior Secondary School located?

The school is in Patiala, Punjab. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Modern Senior Secondary School

Key facts about Modern Senior Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1948
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Manpreet Sharma
Affiliation #
1630583
Address
G.D.N.S. ROAD, PATIALA, G.d.n.s. Road, Patiala, Punjab, 147003

Modern Senior Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1948, located in Patiala, Punjab.

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