Accountant
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- St. Helena's School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.7L – ₹5.9L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 31 Jul 2026
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Accountant
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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.
Job description
Overview
St. Helena's School in Pune, Maharashtra is hiring a Accountant. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About St. Helena's School in Pune, Maharashtra: a senior secondary institution, established 1908, — a ICSE / CISCE-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. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹2.7 LPA – ₹5.9 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St. Helena's School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
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.
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 accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St. Helena's School
Key facts about St. Helena's School
- Founded
- 1908
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Established in 2019, St. Helena's School is a premier ICSE-affiliated institution for girls located in Pune, Maharashtra. As a Day-cum-Boarding Senior Secondary School, we offer a nurturing environment with modern infrastructure, a student-teacher ratio of 30:1, and a strong focus on academic excellence. Our English-medium curriculum supports holistic development, with sessions running from April to March and daily classes from 08:00 AM to 02:00 PM. We also offer multilingual exposure (English & Hindi) and are committed to inclusive education through our scholarship programs.
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