Chennai: Accounts Incharge — Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School Job at Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School

Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai, Tamil Nadufull-time₹2.7L – ₹3.8L / yrState Board4–6 yrs expPosted 10d ago

Key facts

Role
Accounts Incharge — Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School
School
Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School
City
Chennai
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.7L – ₹3.8L per year
Experience
4–6 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1910

Job description

Overview

Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Accounts Incharge — Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 116+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School, a State Board school in Chennai, is hiring a Accounts Incharge.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day operations of the function
  • Coordinate with school leadership and external vendors
  • Maintain accurate records and reports
  • Ensure compliance with school policies

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Graduate/Postgraduate in the relevant function; school experience preferred

About the school: Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Gopalapuram, Chennai.

What you'll handle as a Accounts Incharge — Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School

Own bookkeeping, vendor payments, payroll inputs and audit preparation.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Chennai

Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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What's the interview process like for this role?

Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.

About Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School

Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1910, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Gopalapuram, Chennai.

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