Accountant
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- Sri Aurobindo International School
- City
- Patiala
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹6.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 21 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Aug 2026
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Accountant
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 42+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a Accountant at Sri Aurobindo International School in Patiala, Punjab. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About Sri Aurobindo International School in Patiala, Punjab: a senior secondary institution, established 1984, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹3.3 LPA – ₹6.4 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sri Aurobindo International School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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Is background verification done before joining?
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Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
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Role details
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- 1
Sri Aurobindo International School
Key facts about Sri Aurobindo International School
- Founded
- 1984
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NEERJA SETHI
- Affiliation #
- 1630084
Sri Aurobindo International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1984, located in Patiala, Punjab.
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