What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at KIPP?
Company Description
About KIPP DC Public Schools
By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports, including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DC’s 20 schools, 7,300 students, and 1,300 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to this mission.
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant will support KIPP DC’s portfolio of federal and state grants through the preparation of reimbursement requests and the collection, evaluation, and organization of supporting documentation. The role will also support the collection and processing of other receivables at KIPP DC through the preparation of invoices, journal entries, and other schedules and documents as necessary. The Senior Accountant is based at KIPP DC’s Headquarters, and is an exempt position. They will report to the Grants Accounting Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with preparation of grant budgets during the application process
Provide the development team with all necessary fiscal documents (990, financial statements, expenditures, and receipts) for reporting to funders
Review grant expenses and supporting documentation for grant compliance and allowability
Request and track time and effort certifications and related documents from staff
Prepare grant drawdown requests in Excel and facilitate upload to OSSE’s Enterprise Grants Management System
Assist with the tracking of grant agreements, award amounts, and remaining funds to be spent (public and private)
Prepare and maintain hard copy and electronic grant files
Prepare and send invoices for other receivables such as rent and other expected/outstanding payments
Deposit checks using Wells Fargo’s Commercial Electronic Office Desktop Deposit system
Review accounts receivable listing and accounts receivable aging schedule and follow up with outstanding receivables
Assist with managing the receipt of cash from all schools and facilitate the deposits of cash to the bank
Assist with the management and oversight of adherence to the KIPP DC Cash Receipt Policy and Procedures document
Prepare and review cash and check deposits for KIPP DC’s monthly financial close and maintain physical and digital records
Prepare revenue-related schedules and journal entries for the monthly close
Assist with KIPP DC’s annual financial audit and support additional monitoring visits/audits as necessary
Perform other assignments/projects as assigned
Serve as a full-time and engaged member of KIPP DC’s staff
Qualifications
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Two or more years related accounting experience
Understanding of accounting principles including accrual accounting
Demonstrated expertise in Excel spreadsheets, particularly with formulas and other functions
Strong work ethic, well-organized, self-starter
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, non-profit environment
Experience working collaboratively in a team-based environment
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Commitment to KIPP DC’s mission and strength in the key competencies of accountability, driving results, initiative and self-management, professionalism, tenacity, and teamwork and building relationships
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience with accounting or development, particularly in a non-profit or education setting
Experience working with OMB Circulars and federal grant regulations
Experience with Sage Intacct
An interest in education and passion for KIPP DC’s mission
Additional Information
To Apply:
Please visit www.kippdc.org to complete an online application (including submission of a resume and cover letter) for the Grants/Accounts Receivable Associate position. The start date for this position is immediate, and applicants are encouraged to apply early. Salary and benefits are competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race; color; national origin; immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law); religion; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions); age; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sexual orientation; gender (including gender identity or expression); marital status (including domestic partnership status); genetic information; political affiliation; pregnancy; family responsibilities; personal appearance; veteran status; uniform service member status; status of being unemployed; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking; matriculation; or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.
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KIPP DC requires all staff to provide proof of receiving a full course of vaccination against COVID-19 or obtain an approval for exemption due to medical or religious reasons by start of employment.
