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Accountant

at St Joseph's English Medium School · Kottayam · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹2.5L – ₹4.1L / yr2–5 yrsCloses 12 Aug
Kottayam, Keralafull-timePosted 30d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
St Joseph's English Medium School
City
Kottayam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.5L – ₹4.1L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Kottayam — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.5L
per year
Typical
₹3.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹4.1L
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

Applications are open for a Accountant at St Joseph's English Medium School in Kottayam, Kerala. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. St Joseph's English Medium School, established 2003, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. About the role: the Accountant is responsible for smooth execution of the assigned operational vertical — discipline, attention to detail, and coordination across teachers, parents, and vendors. Responsibilities:

  • Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.
  • Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.
  • Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.
  • Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.
  • Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
  • A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
  • Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
  • Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
  • A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹2.5 LPA – ₹4.1 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St Joseph's English Medium School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

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 questions are asked in a Accountant interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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.

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 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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Kottayam), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

St Joseph's English Medium School

Key facts about St Joseph's English Medium School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
TESSYMOL CHACKO
Affiliation #
930899
Address
VILLOONNI, KOTTAYAM-DIST,KERALA 686008, Villoonni, Kottayam, Kerala, 686008

St Joseph's English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Kottayam, Kerala.

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