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KIPP Public Schools is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools committed to partnering with students and families to disrupt systemic educational inequity and create a future without limits. Over 120,000 students attend one of the 280 KIPP schools that operate in 27 regions across the United States. KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads seven schools serving approximately 2,800 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will lead ten schools serving approximately 4,000 students

Our Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Life at KPPS

We know that talented, committed, culturally competent teachers and leaders have the power to amplify our children’s potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges them each day. We seek to create a professional environment full of joy, candor, care and community where excellent educators can make a long-term home. Educators at KIPP –

• Are committed to anti-racism, equity and inclusion
• Are part of a close-knit, diverse community of educators
• Show up as themselves, inspiring our children to do the same
• Access resources and affinity spaces that support well-being and sustainability
• Lead with care and candor and take ownership of our children’s learning and growth
• Evolve their craft via 1:1 coaching and quality professional development
• Have access to leadership pathway programming and opportunities to grow their career
• Enjoy a competitive, equitable, transparent approach to compensation, comprehensive health benefits for employees and their families, a 403B matching program, and free access to financial advising services

Position Overview:

The Senior Accountant reports to the Controller and supports the finance team with ensuring timely general ledger accounting and reconciliation, providing targeted assistance with financial reporting and analysis to support senior management as well as the operations of the finance team and leads special projects as directed by the Controller or CFO. We are looking for someone who possesses a spirit of curiosity and dynamism to help create financial systems that allow for efficiency and longevity across our team.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Analyzes monthly financial performance.
• Coordinates monthly and year-end close.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, reviewing items for capitalization, and depreciating items in accordance with KIPP policy.
• Work with the Controller in maintaining the chart of accounts.

General Ledger Accounting & Reconciliation

• Perform monthly calculation and reconciliation of the charter management organization fees.
• Prepare journal entries for month-end closing.
• Reconcile various assigned general ledger accounts.
• Submit the request for reimbursement for the National School Lunch Program and reconciles monthly program activities.
• Assist with fiscal year-end closing and annual audit. Prepare work papers, complete analysis and other audit schedules.
• Assist with the Form 990 tax return.

Special Projects

• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business degree with a concentration in accounting is strongly preferred.

• Minimum of five years of accounting experience, with some experience in education or non-profit environment a plus.

• Strong grasp of fundamental accounting concepts.

• Possess strong analytical skills, critical thinking, creative problem-solving, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.

• Demonstrate and maintain a professional, service-oriented attitude; good communication skills; and the ability to work with various constituencies.

• Demonstrate and maintain strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and accounting software programs. Experience with Sage Intacct and ADP is a plus.

• Attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet deadlines, independently and in a team environment.

• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks:

• PA State Police Clearance

• PA Child Abuse Clearance

• Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Compensation

• The starting salary range for this role is $80,000 - $85,000. Salaries are commensurate with experience.

• All full-time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403B matching program for retirement savings and free access to financial advising services.

Note To Applicants

This is a hybrid remote role.

KIPP Philadelphia Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are selected on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.