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Accountant

₹2.9L – ₹5.7L / yr3–5 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Deoghar, JharkhandcontractPosted 20d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
Nalanda Academy
City
Deoghar
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹2.9L – ₹5.7L per year
Experience
3–5 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Deoghar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.9L
per year
Typical
₹4.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹5.7L
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.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Nalanda Academy in Deoghar, Jharkhand is inviting applications for a Accountant. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Nalanda Academy in Deoghar, Jharkhand operates as a secondary school, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Role: the Accountant keeps the school's day-to-day operations running. You own the assigned function end-to-end — process, paperwork, vendor coordination, and timely escalation to leadership. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
  • A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
  • Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
  • Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
  • A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹2.9 LPA – ₹5.7 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Nalanda Academy hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

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Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

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 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 average Accountant salary in Deoghar?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in Deoghar. 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.

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About the school

Nalanda Academy

Key facts about Nalanda Academy

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SNEHLATA CHAKRABORTY
Affiliation #
3430256
Address
52 BIGHA S.N.BOSE RD. MADHUPUR DEOGHAR JHARKHAND, 52 Bigha S.n.bose, Deoghar, Jharkhand, 815353

Nalanda Academy is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Deoghar, Jharkhand.

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