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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- SHRI B S Mootha Girls SR SEC School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹3.7L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
Accountant salary in Chennai — 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
SHRI B S Mootha Girls SR SEC School in Chennai, Tamilnadu 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 the institution: SHRI B S Mootha Girls SR SEC School in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 1978, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Details: a steady, process-driven role. The Accountant brings consistency, accuracy, and professional maturity to every interaction inside and outside the school. 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. Requirements:
- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.6 LPA – ₹3.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for SHRI B S Mootha Girls SR SEC School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
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 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.
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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.
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.
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 Chennai.
What is the average Accountant salary in Chennai?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Accountant roles in Chennai. 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.
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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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.
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Key facts about SHRI B S Mootha Girls SR SEC School
- Founded
- 1978
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- S Deivanai
- Affiliation #
- 1930041
SHRI B S Mootha Girls SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1978, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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