Accountant

The Millennium Schools are a national chain of progressive, child-centered, and future-ready K–12 institutions committed to nurturing lifelong learners. Backed by research-based curricula and innovative teaching practices, Millennium Schools focus on holistic development—intellectual, emotional, physical, and social.

Rooted in the belief that every child is unique, the schools aim to foster creativity, critical thinking, and values-based education through experiential learning. The Millennium Learning System™, a proprietary curriculum framework, blends global best practices with Indian cultural values to deliver academic excellence and 21st-century skills.

With campuses across India, Millennium Schools offer a safe, inclusive, and technologically enriched environment where students are empowered to become confident individuals, responsible citizens, and global leaders.

Location : Bhatinda

The Accountant will manage day-to-day financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards and school policies, and provide accurate financial reporting and analysis. The role demands high integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in an educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor school budgets, control expenditures, and highlight variances.
• Prepare reports for internal management and regulatory bodies as required.

2. Fee Management

• Manage fee collection, tracking, and reconciliation.
• Liaise with parents for fee-related queries and ensure timely follow-up.
• Maintain a database of student accounts and outstanding dues.

3. Payroll & Vendor Payments

• Process staff payroll accurately and on time in coordination with HR.
• Manage payments to vendors and service providers.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers.

4. Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies and statutory regulations (e.g., tax, TDS, GST).
• Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.

5. Support Functions

• Assist in procurement processes and inventory tracking.
• Collaborate with administrative and academic departments for budgetary planning.
• Participate in school events and financial planning discussions as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA Inter/ICWA/M.Com preferred).
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the education sector or similar environments.
• Proficiency in Tally ERP, MS Excel, and accounting software.
• Knowledge of school fee systems, GST filings, and payroll compliance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person