Accountant
at St Joseph English Medium School · Kottayam · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- St Joseph English Medium School
- City
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.5L – ₹3.3L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2026
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Accountant
at St Joseph English Medium School
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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.
Job description
Overview
St Joseph English Medium School has opened applications for a Accountant in Kottayam, Kerala. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. St Joseph English Medium School, established 1991, is a senior secondary school in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹2.5 LPA – ₹3.3 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St Joseph English Medium School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
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Are meals provided at school?
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How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
How much experience do I need for this Accountant role?
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How do I write an application email for this Accountant role?
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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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Joseph English Medium School
Key facts about St Joseph English Medium School
- Founded
- 1991
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Mini Joseph
- Affiliation #
- 930429
St Joseph English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Kottayam, Kerala.
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