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Accountant

at Saraswati Vidya Mandir · Shimla · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹3.5L – ₹6.1L / yr2–5 yrsCloses 9 Aug
Shimla, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
Saraswati Vidya Mandir
City
Shimla
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.5L – ₹6.1L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Shimla — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹3.5L
per year
Typical
₹4.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹6.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Accountant

at Saraswati Vidya Mandir

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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

Saraswati Vidya Mandir in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is inviting applications for a Accountant. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Saraswati Vidya Mandir: a senior secondary institution in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1994,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: the Accountant sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. Responsibilities:

  • Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.
  • Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.
  • Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.
  • Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.
  • Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.5 LPA – ₹6.1 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Saraswati Vidya Mandir can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is Saraswati Vidya Mandir located?

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

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

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Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Accountant job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

What is the salary for this Accountant role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

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 do I apply for this Accountant vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

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Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Saraswati Vidya Mandir

Key facts about Saraswati Vidya Mandir

Key facts
Founded
1994
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
30:1
Address
Him Rashmi Parisar Vikas Nagar, Him Rashmi Parisar Vikas Nagar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171001

The school was opened in 1988-89 in a rented building in village Anji (Vikasnagar) by Himachla Shiksha Samiti. In 1992, the land for the construction of school was bought and in 1993 the construction was started. Earlier the school was affiliated to Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education Dharamshala and after 2003 it has been affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (C B S E) .The school has 66 spacious rooms which accommodates all classes from Nursery to 10+2. So there is fully developed laboratories, smart class, library and a reading room. The school also has a huge computer room and staff room for teachers.

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