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Accountant

at Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram · Kanchipuram · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹2.8L – ₹3.4L / yr3–8 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Kanchipuram, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram
City
Kanchipuram
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.8L – ₹3.4L per year
Experience
3–8 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Kanchipuram — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.8L
per year
Typical
₹3.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹3.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Accountant

at Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a Accountant in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu at Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram, established 2004, is a senior secondary campus in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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 (₹2.8 LPA – ₹3.4 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 Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a Accountant interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Accountant roles in Kanchipuram.

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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Where exactly is Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram located?

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

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Can I negotiate the salary at Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

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.

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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About the school

Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram

Key facts about Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram

Key facts
Founded
2004
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJALAKSHMI K
Affiliation #
1930230
Address
NO. 97, ENATHUR VILLAGE, WALLAJABAD PANCHYAT UNION,KARAIPETTAI KANCHIPURAM TALKU & DISTRICT, No. 97, Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu, 631552

Shikshaa Public School, Kancheepuram is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu.

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  1. NTT / KG
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  5. HOD
  6. Vice Principal
  7. Principal

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