Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant(Education Industry)
Location: Mumbai
Department: Finance & Accounts
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 2-3 years
Qualification: MBA - Finance/Accounts
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to manage and streamline financial operations in an educational institution. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, hands-on experience in accounting and compliance, and a solid understanding of financial processes in the education sector.
This role involves managing budgets, fee accounting, financial reporting, audits, and compliance to ensure transparent and efficient financial management that supports the institution’s academic and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end financial operations, including accounting, reporting, and fund flow management.
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and MIS reports.
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for academic and operational departments.
Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and educational board financial regulations.
Supervise fee collection, student billing, and reconciliation of receipts.
Coordinate with auditors (internal/external) and ensure timely completion of audits.
Manage accounts payable (vendor payments) and accounts receivable (fee management) processes.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Implement and maintain internal financial controls, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Assist management with financial planning, cost optimization, and resource allocation strategies.
Required Qualifications & Experience.
2-3 years of experience in finance and accounting, preferably in the education sector or service-based organizations.
Strong knowledge of accounting standards (Ind AS/IFRS), GST, TDS, and compliance requirements.
Experience in budget management, audit coordination, and financial reporting.
Technical Skills
Accounting Software: QuickBooks, SAP, Tally ERP, or equivalent.
Financial Tools: Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, MIS Dashboards).
Familiarity with student fee management systems or ERP used in education institutions
Core Competencies
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Educational Budgeting & Cost Control
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
Fee Management & Reconciliation
Audit Coordination & Reporting
Vendor & Payable Management
Internal Controls Implementation
Analytical and Decision-Making Skills
Accuracy, Integrity, and Confidentiality
Why Join Us
Be part of a reputed and growing education network.
Work closely with academic and operations teams to support institutional growth.
Opportunity to build strong financial governance systems within the education ecosystem.
Professional growth and exposure to multi-branch accounting and audits.

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