Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR) is a premier research institution and a deemed to be University dedicated to advanced research and teaching in development economics and related disciplines.
VACANCY DETAILS :-
POST NAME - Account Assistant
QUALIFICATION - B.Com
EXPERIENCE - 3 Years
PAY SCALE - Rs. 35,400 - Rs.1,12,400/-
LOCATION - Mumbai
JOB DESCRIPTION :-
The Account Assistant is responsible for managing day-to-day financial activities related to cash handling, staff reimbursements, advances, student fee and guest receipts, and institutional ledger maintenance. The role involves preparing vouchers, maintaining financial registers, reconciling bank accounts, and ensuring timely processing of claims and settlements in compliance with IGIDR’s
financial policies. The incumbent plays a key role in supporting internal controls, statutory compliance, and audit readiness through accurate record-keeping and coordination with stakeholders.
To ensure accurate, timely, and policy-compliant processing of financial transactions related to reimbursements, advances, receipts, and ledger maintenance. The role aims to support the smooth functioning of the Institute’s financial operations by maintaining transparent records, enabling audit readiness, and providing efficient service to staff, students, and other stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
• Process staff and faculty reimbursements including medical, telephone/internet, and school fee claims
• Process advances, settlements, and related accounting entries
• Prepare and post bank payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, journal entries, and GST vouchers (bill of supply / tax invoices)
• Record and account for receipts from Guest House bookings and staff/student transactions
• Maintain and update financial registers including Loan Register, Cash Book, Cheque Book, FD Register, Receipt Register, Petty Cash Register, and Car Coupon Register
• Post and reconcile electricity payments for Institute buildings and official telephone expenses of Director and Registrar
• Issue car coupons to eligible staff/ students and account for the same
• Manage daily cash and cheque receipts and disbursements
• Maintain and reconcile cash book and cheque book on a daily basis
• Collect and issue receipts for student fees, staff payments, Guest House bookings, and other institutional collections
• Maintain petty cash within authorised limits and process replenishment claims
• Prepare and maintain accurate vouchers with proper supporting documents
• Carry out reconciliation of Form 26AS
• Maintain fixed deposit records including maturity, interest, renewals, investments, and withdrawals as per instructions
• Carry out monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in coordination with Accounts Officer
• Pass accounting entries for fixed asset addition, deletion, and depreciation
• Assist in internal and external audits and ensure compliance with institutional financial rules and statutory requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial records
• Receive and process student fee payments through cash, cheque, or online modes
• Maintain student fee and individual student ledgers and reconcile fee data with Student Office and bank records
• Assist in resolving fee-related queries of students and departments
• Liaise with banks, vendors, and internal departments for smooth transaction processing
SELECTION PROCESS :-
The Institute may decide to conduct tests/ an interview and/or any other selection process deemed appropriate only for the candidates shortlisted by the Institute.
APPLICATION FEE - 500/-
IMPORTANT DATES :-
A. Commencement of on-line Registration of application by candidates - 15.05.2026
B. Last date for on-line registration of application by candidates - 08.06.2026
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