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Accountant

at St. James English Medium Convent School · Kannur · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹3.5L – ₹4.6L / yr2–6 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Kannur, Keralafull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
St. James English Medium Convent School
City
Kannur
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.5L – ₹4.6L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Kannur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹3.5L
per year
Typical
₹4.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹4.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Accountant

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  • 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

A vacancy has opened for a Accountant at St. James English Medium Convent School in Kannur, Kerala. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. St. James English Medium Convent School in Kannur, Kerala is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2004,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: the Accountant sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹3.5 LPA – ₹4.6 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St. James English Medium Convent School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Accountant role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.

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 is the salary for this Accountant role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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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Is accommodation provided?

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About the school

St. James English Medium Convent School

Key facts about St. James English Medium Convent School

Key facts
Founded
2004
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Bins Mathew
Affiliation #
931271
Address
ONDEN ROAD, MOONNUNIRATHU, AZHIKODE, KANNUR, KERALA, Onden Road, Kannur, Kerala, 670009

St. James English Medium Convent School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Kannur, Kerala.

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