This position involves managing the collection and processing of student payments, including tuition fees and miscellaneous charges. The role requires accurate issuance of official receipts and meticulous logging of all financial transactions. The candidate will be responsible for handling various payment methods such as cash, cheques, and digital payments, while ensuring daily cash reports are maintained and cash drawers reconciled at the end of each day. Additionally, the role includes preparing bank deposit slips and securely transferring collected funds to the finance officer or accountant. Supporting periodic financial summaries and audits is also part of the job, along with updating student ledgers to reflect payments, fines, or fee clearances. The candidate will serve as a point of contact for students and parents regarding account inquiries and payment plans. Maintaining the physical security of cash, checkbooks, and sensitive financial documents is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect tuition fees, miscellaneous fees, and other student payments efficiently and accurately.
- Issue official receipts for all transactions and maintain detailed logs.
- Process payments through cash, cheque, and digital platforms.
- Maintain daily cash reports and reconcile cash drawers at the end of each working day.
- Prepare bank deposit slips and hand over collected funds to the finance officer or accountant securely.
- Assist in compiling periodic financial summaries and provide support during audits.
- Update student ledgers promptly with posted payments, fines, or fee clearances.
- Address inquiries from students and parents regarding account balances, payment plans, and outstanding dues.
- Ensure the physical security and confidentiality of cash, checkbooks, and sensitive financial documents at all times.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com), Associate Degree Program (ADP) in Accounting & Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration.
- Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- While freshers can apply, candidates with prior experience in a similar role will be given preference.
- The monthly salary range for this position is Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000.
- The work location requires in-person attendance.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking to develop their skills in financial administration within an educational environment. It offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in payment processing, financial reporting, and customer service related to student accounts.