Location: Sri Eshwar College of Engineering, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Job Type: Full-time, On-site

Industry: Higher Education / Academic Institution

Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or CA Inter / M.Com / MBA Finance (CA Preferred)

Experience: 3–7 years (Prior experience in educational institutions or audit firms preferred)

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant / Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day financial operations, accounting, and compliance functions of our institution in Coimbatore. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing tuition fee collections, managing vendor payments, preparing financial reports, assisting with internal/external audits, and ensuring adherence to statutory tax guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Accounting

Maintain daily books of accounts using accounting software (Tally / ERP / Campus Management Systems).

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including Balance Sheets, Income & Expenditure Accounts, and Cash Flow statements.

Manage accounts payable (vendor/supplier invoices, maintenance bills) and accounts receivable (fee collections, grants, donations).

Perform regular bank reconciliations and track cash flow across multiple institutional bank accounts.

2. Fee Collection & Student Accounts

Oversee student fee structures, tuition payment processing, hostel/transportation fees, and scholarship distributions.

Monitor outstanding dues, generate collection reports, and coordinate with administrative departments to address fee defaults.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

Ensure strict compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations (GST, TDS, Professional Tax, EPF, and ESI).

Prepare and file periodic tax returns (GST, TDS) and coordinate with tax authorities as needed.

Ensure adherence to compliance requirements specific to educational trusts and non- profit/charitable institutions (e.g., Section 12A / 80G under Income Tax Act, FCRA if applicable).

4. Auditing & Payroll

Lead internal audits and coordinate with external Chartered Accountants / Statutory Auditors for year-end audits.

Process monthly payroll, salary disbursements, and staff benefits in coordination with the HR department.

Assist in preparing the annual institutional budget and track actual expenses against budget allocations. Key Requirements & Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

o Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred.

o Semi-qualified CA (CA Inter) / M.Com / MBA in Finance with relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience: 3 to 7 years in accounting; experience working within an educational institution, university, or audit firm in Coimbatore is a strong plus.

Technical Skills:

o Hands-on proficiency in Tally ERP 9 / Tally Prime, MS Excel (Advanced), and ERP tools.

o Sound knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), Income Tax, GST, and payroll statutory compliances.

Language Proficiency:

Fluency in English and Tamil is essential for interacting with management, staff, students, and local authorities.

Desirable Competencies

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

High integrity and confidentiality when handling institutional funds and reports.

Ability to present clear financial insights to college management, trust members, and board directors.

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