Company Description
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About Us
KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools in educationally underserved communities. Over 100,000 students attend one of the 242 KIPP schools that operate in 31 regions across the United States. KIPP Philadelphia Schools Public Schools (KPPS) is a part of the national KIPP network and currently leads six schools serving approximately 2,400 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.
Job Description
Position Overview
KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS) seeks a strong finance/accounting professional who will work at the intersection of accounting, financial operations and strategy to join a growing Finance team as we prepare for the region's next phase of growth and the implementation of our five-year strategic plan - an exciting moment in KPPS history! The Controller will be responsible for ensuring KPPS has the systems, policies, and procedures in place to ensure stewardship of public and private dollars. The Controller will oversee the accounting for $50M organization including accounts payables, accounts receivables, fiscal and regulatory compliance, cash management and audit management. The Controller will report to the Managing Director of Finance.
Key Responsibilities
Management and Team Leadership

• Supervise relationship with outsourced back office provider including scope of work and timely submission of deliverables
• Manage team's Accounting Manager including setting and supporting achievement of annual goals aligned with organization and team vision, supporting his or her professional development of technical and non-technical skills
• Cultivate strong relationships across a wide variety of stakeholders including but not limited to regional office leadership, school leadership, and KIPP Family Association leadership
• Maintain continuous lines of communication and keep MD of Finance informed of all accounting issues

Accounting Leadership

• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a reporting calendar and ensure that reporting deadlines are reviewed and met by the accounting team, including monthly and annual close
• Oversee a monthly and annual close process. Ensure reconciliations and analysis are completed, including but not limited to:
  • Balance sheet, revenue, and expense account reconciliations
  • Grant and revenue management
  • Ensure that accounts payables are paid in a timely manner
  • Ensure that accounts receivables are collected in a timely manner
  • Ensure that required debt and lease payments are made on a timely basis
  • Maintain the chart of accounts and maintain an orderly electronic accounting and compliance document retention system
• Oversee all program and grants accounting; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period
• Consistent with the organizational priorities, develop, analyze, and make recommendations relating to accounting and financial systems to ensure effective and efficient financial operations

Audit Management and Fiscal Compliance

• Manage and coordinate the provision of work papers and other information requested by independent external auditors for the five annual audits of that comprise the KIPP Philadelphia network
• Manage and coordinate the provision of information required so tax return preparers may prepare the annual IRS Form 990 information returns
• Monitor relevant open regulatory issues that might impact our organizations

Qualifications
Qualifications & Credentials
The following key competencies are a must for this position:
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Demonstrates ability to analyze processes, identify areas of inefficiency and/or breakdown, and craft solutions
Project Management and Prioritization: Demonstrates ability to work across multiple departments and/or with multiple stakeholders to ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and engage stakeholders in change management.
Growth Mindset: Strong candidates are willing and eager to learn from others and apply feedback and take an active role in their own professional development, ensuring critical skills and competencies are continuously sharpened
In addition, the candidate must possess the following qualifications and skills, mindsets and qualifications:
Mindsets & Skills
• A passion for education and the KPPS mission
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
• Experience and comfort with data analysis
• Exemplary relationship building skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage up, down, and across
• Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals and to initiate process improvements
• Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one's work
• Model KIPP Philadelphia's values (Children First, Cultural Competence, Community, Ownership) at all times
• Self-awareness and ability to reflect on your practice, biases, and leans
• Cultural competence and commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and eradicating anti-Blackness
Qualifications
• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. Related graduate degree preferred
• CPA Preferred
• Mastery of Microsoft Office, G-Suite, and Intacct strongly preferred
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board required. Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board strongly preferred
• 8 years of related professional experience strongly preferred
• At least 2 years of experience in a management role preferred
• Non-profit experience required, K-12 experience preferred.
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks:
o PA State Police Clearance
o PA Child Abuse Clearance
o Cogent Federal Fingerprinting
Additional Information
Compensation

• Salaries at KPPS are competitive and equitable. The salary range for this position is $100,000- $115,000 commensurate with experience.
• All KPPS staff members have access to a comprehensive benefits package, a 403B matching program, and free financial advising services

Note to Applicants
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.