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Accountant

₹2.0L – ₹4.2L / yr1–3 yrsCloses 12 Aug
Ooty, Tamil Nadufull-timePosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Accountant
School
The Lawrence School
City
Ooty
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.0L – ₹4.2L per year
Experience
1–3 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Accountant salary in Ooty — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.0L
per year
Typical
₹3.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹4.2L
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

Join the faculty at The Lawrence School as a Accountant in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. The Lawrence School in Ooty, Tamil Nadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1858,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: the Accountant keeps the school's day-to-day operations running. You own the assigned function end-to-end — process, paperwork, vendor coordination, and timely escalation to leadership. 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 (₹2.0 LPA – ₹4.2 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by The Lawrence School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What is the salary for this Accountant role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Accountant job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

How do I write an application email for this Accountant role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Accountant application — The Lawrence School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why The Lawrence School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

The Lawrence School

Key facts about The Lawrence School

Key facts
Founded
1858
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
10:1
Address
Ootacamund, The Nilgiris, Ootacamund, The Nilgiris, Ooty, Tamil Nadu, 643004

The Lawrence School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 1858, located in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. Classes follow a 10:1 student–teacher ratio.

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