School Accountant Jobs in Chennai Private School

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for School Accountant positions in Chennai's private Private School sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed School Education employer in Chennai offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Chennai.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily fee collection, issue receipts, and maintain accurate fee payment records for all students.
• Process monthly payroll for teaching and non-teaching staff using Tally or payroll management software.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cash books, ledger accounts, and financial registers.
• Assist the school principal or management in preparing annual budgets and monthly expenditure reports.
• Maintain vendor payment records, purchase invoices, and petty cash registers as per school accounting procedures.
• Prepare financial documentation and records required for statutory audits and school trust financial compliance.
• Handle basic GST compliance tasks, TDS deduction records, and statutory filing support as required by management.

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• B.Com. from a recognised university is the primary qualification required for school accountant positions.
• Proficiency in Tally ERP 9 or Tally Prime is mandatory and should be demonstrated during the interview.
• Knowledge of GST, TDS, and basic statutory compliance applicable to educational institutions is expected.
• Minimum one year of accounting experience in a school, college, or NGO is preferred.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and strong numerical ability are essential personal attributes.
• Familiarity with fee management software or school ERP platforms used for student billing is an advantage.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial records and handle cash transactions responsibly.
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Chennai.

✅ Required Skills