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Accountant

₹3.4L – ₹5.5L / yr1–4 yrsCloses 16 Jul 13 days left
Kanyakumari, TamilnaducontractPosted 32d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
St.mary's School
City
Kanyakumari
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹3.4L – ₹5.5L per year
Experience
1–4 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
16 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Kanyakumari — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹3.4L
per year
Typical
₹4.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹5.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Accountant

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Job description

Overview

St.mary's School is hiring a Accountant in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St.mary's School, established 2015, is a secondary school in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.4 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St.mary's School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

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.

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 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.

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 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 qualifications are required for a Accountant?

The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Accountant positions.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

St.mary's School

Key facts about St.mary's School

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Flory Shalini
Affiliation #
1931471
Address
ENAYAM P.O., KANYAKUMARI DISTRICT, Enayam P.o., Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu, 629193

St.mary's School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu.

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