Accountant — Sherwood College, Nainital

Est. 1869
₹29,500–44,500 /month(₹3.5L–5.4L /yr)ICSEFull-timeOn-siteCloses 9 Nov
● posted 10 Jun
Experience
3–6 yrs
Vacancies
1 opening

Job description

We are looking for a Accountant to join Sherwood College in Nainital, Nainital. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Sherwood College in Nainital, Nainital functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1869,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the Accountant is responsible for smooth execution of the assigned operational vertical — discipline, attention to detail, and coordination across teachers, parents, and vendors. What you will do:

  • Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
  • Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
  • Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
  • Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. Candidate requirements:
  • Graduate with 1–5 years in administration or operations.
  • Organised, methodical, and dependable day to day.
  • Comfortable handling documentation, reports, and structured workflows.
  • Good at coordinating across teams without losing details.
  • Calm under pressure during admissions, exams, and major events. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.5 LPA – ₹5.4 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application on this page and Sherwood College will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.

What you'll handle

·File GST/TDS returns and support audits.
·Run payroll inputs and statutory deductions.
·Process fee collection and reconciliations.
·Maintain school books in Tally/ERP.
·Produce monthly MIS for leadership.

Working in an ICSE school

This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.

Career path

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  1. NTT / KG→
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  5. HOD→
  6. Vice Principal→
  7. Principal
Sherwood College
ICSE · Nainital · Est. 1869 · 15:1 students per teacher
1869
FOUNDED
ICSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
15:1
STUDENTS / TEACHER
English, Hindi, Sanskrit
LANGUAGES
Nainital, Uttarakhand
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Questions about this job

What is the salary for this job?

Sherwood College lists ₹29,500–44,500 /month. The listing doesn't say whether this is in-hand pay or CTC (before PF and tax deductions), so confirm the in-hand amount with the school before you accept an offer.

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Is a B.Ed required for this job?

The listing doesn't say. Check the qualifications in the job description, or ask the school when you apply.

Can freshers apply?

The school asks for 3–6 years of experience, so this role is not aimed at freshers.

When is the joining date?

The joining date is not specified in the listing — ask the school when you apply.

How do I apply?

Tap "Apply now" and fill in the short application on School Jobs India; it goes to Sherwood College. You can follow it under My applications.

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