Accountant

The Millennium Schools are committed to providing a progressive and child-centered education experience aimed at nurturing lifelong learners. With a focus on holistic development encompassing intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, our schools strive to foster creativity, critical thinking, and values-based education through experiential learning. Rooted in the belief that every child is unique, we aim to deliver academic excellence and 21st-century skills through our proprietary curriculum framework, the Millennium Learning System, which blends global best practices with Indian cultural values. As an Accountant at our Bhathinda location, you will play a crucial role in managing the day-to-day financial operations of the school. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate financial records in compliance with accounting standards, preparing financial statements, monitoring budgets, controlling expenditures, and providing financial reports for internal management and regulatory bodies. Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Management & Reporting: - Maintain accurate financial records in compliance with 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. 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. 4. 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. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits including health insurance, leave encashment, life insurance, and provident fund. The work location is in person at our school in Bhathinda. Join us in our mission to empower students to become confident individuals, responsible citizens, and global leaders.,