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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- Saint Joseph Convent School Nikko Sarai
- City
- Gurdaspur
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹5.8L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
Accountant salary in Gurdaspur — 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
Saint Joseph Convent School Nikko Sarai in Gurdaspur, Punjab is hiring a Accountant. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Saint Joseph Convent School Nikko Sarai runs as a senior secondary campus in Gurdaspur, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. What the role looks like: as Accountant, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹2.9 LPA – ₹5.8 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Saint Joseph Convent School Nikko Sarai. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Accountant listing is usually welcome.
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.
What is the average Accountant salary in Gurdaspur?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in Gurdaspur. 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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Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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.
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Key facts about Saint Joseph Convent School Nikko Sarai
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 217
Saint Joseph Convent School Nikko Sarai is a private unaided (recognized), located in Gurdaspur, Punjab, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 217 students. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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