Job Description

Lucknow Posted on November 7, 2025 Salary will be Commensurate to the Interview and experience. INR / Year

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Junior Accountant to support the school's accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate will handle day-to-day bookkeeping, assist in financial reporting, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and school policies.

Preference will be given to candidates who are alumni of CMS (City Montessori School), who understand the institution's values and commitment to excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or a related field.

1-3 years of experience in accounting or finance (fresh graduates with strong knowledge may also apply).



CMS alumni will be given preference.

Required Skills

Integrity and reliability

Strong analytical and organizational skills Good communication and teamwork abilities



Ability to meet deadlines and work under supervision



Familiarity with school or institutional accounting processes (preferred)

Roles & Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records of daily financial transactions.

Prepare vouchers, receipts, and invoices, and ensure proper filing. Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements.



Reconcile bank statements and manage petty cash. Support fee collection, data entry, and ledger maintenance.



Assist in payroll processing and statutory compliance (PF, ESI, TDS, GST, etc.). Coordinate with the administration and management on financial matters. Handle queries related to accounts and billing efficiently.

About CMS

City Montessori School (CMS) is a co-ed K-12 day school running in 21 campuses across the city of Lucknow, the state capital of Uttar Pradesh.

The school is affiliated to the Delhi-based Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and also with the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) UK.



The school has a stellar academic standing with large cohorts of high-scoring students in the school-leaving board exams, with a cohort of around 3300 CMS pupils completing grade 12 exams each year. We embrace innovative teaching strategies that cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and a love for learning.



In addition to academic excellence, CMS places emphasis on character building and values education. Through initiatives such as the International Interfaith Conference, International Conference of Chief Justices of the World and various annual International events at the level of each campus, CMS engages students, teachers, parents and staff in global programs aligned with the Sustainable Developmental Goals. CMS offers unique learning and development programs to nurture responsible and compassionate individuals who actively serve as agents of social transformation with a firm belief in the oneness of humankind.