Accountant
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- Princeton School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Middle Class
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.0L – ₹5.5L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 27 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Sept 2026
Accountant
at Princeton School
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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
Princeton School invites applications for a Accountant in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Princeton School is a middle school school in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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 (₹2.0 LPA – ₹5.5 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Princeton School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
How much experience do I need for this Accountant role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Princeton School
Key facts about Princeton School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Middle Class
- Principal
- Dr.Prakash Dulta
- Affiliation #
- 630169
Princeton School is a middle class affiliated to CBSE, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
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