Accounts Head (BWIS Shahdol)
Position: Accounts Head
Location: Bellwether International School, Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹18,000 per month
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience (preferably in a school/educational institution)
Walkins are not allowed.
Job Summary
We are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented Accounts Head to manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the school. The candidate will be responsible for fee management, bookkeeping, financial reporting, statutory compliance, payroll coordination, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management
- Maintain complete and accurate books of accounts.
- Record all receipts, payments, journal entries, and bank transactions.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Monitor cash flow and maintain proper accounting records.
Fee & Receivables Management
- Manage student fee collection and reconciliation.
- Generate fee reports, outstanding dues reports, and collection summaries.
- Follow up on pending fee payments as per school policy.
Banking & Reconciliation
- Handle bank deposits, withdrawals, and online transactions.
- Perform daily/monthly bank reconciliation.
- Maintain records of cheques, UPI, and other digital payment transactions.
Payroll & Statutory Compliance
- Coordinate salary processing for teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Assist in PF, ESIC, TDS, GST (if applicable), and other statutory compliance activities.
- Maintain employee salary records and related documentation.
Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare MIS reports for management/director/principal.
- Maintain vouchers, invoices, receipts, and supporting documents.
- Ensure proper filing and safe custody of financial records.
Audit Coordination
- Assist internal and external auditors during audits.
- Provide required financial data and supporting documents.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) is mandatory.
- Additional qualification in Accounting/Finance will be an added advantage.
Required Skills
- Good knowledge of Tally ERP / Tally Prime.
- Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, SUMIF, IF formulas, etc.).
- Knowledge of accounting principles and school fee management.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Good communication and coordination abilities.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounts/Finance.
- Experience in a school or educational institution will be preferred.
Reporting to: Principal
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Honest, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality of financial data.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions.
- Immediate Joiners Preferred
- Local candidate should only apply
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
