Job Description
Company Description
About KIPP Nashville Public Schools
KIPP Nashville Public Schools is a network of high-performing, free, open-enrollment K-12 schools that has been committed to positively affecting student outcomes in Nashville since 2005. KIPP Nashville is part of the acclaimed KIPP Network, which educates 100,000+ students nationwide and supports students from Pre-Kindergarten through college, career and beyond. Through the KIPP Forward program, our team helps students identify their career of highest aspiration and develop the skills and confidence to chase their dreams. KIPP Nashville currently operates 3 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools and we are excited to open one additional elementary school in 2025 in response to strong community demand.
The mission of KIPP Nashville is together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our core values are GROWTH, TEAM, and SHINE. If you share in these beliefs and values, if you have a proven willingness to do what it takes for students to be their best, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, then you are already a KIPPster.
The mission of KIPP Nashville is to together with families and communities create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. If you share in this belief, if you have a proven willingness to do what it takes for students to be their best, if you thrive in an environment that is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, then you are already a KIPPster.
The Senior Accountant is responsible for the timely, complete, and accurate preparation of assigned journal entries, monthly accounting tasks and various data compilations under the direct supervision of the Controller. The Senior Accountant also serves as the fixed asset accountant and data analyst.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include, but are not limited to:
Monthly/Month End
Preparing accurate journal entries with all supporting documentation by due date including payroll entries.
Reviewing posted expenditures for capitalization, running depreciation by due date, and booking disposals as needed
Preparing multiple cash entries (bank deposits, credit card charges from various platforms, etc.)
Updating balance sheet reconciliations as assigned with appropriate notes and documentation by due date.
Financial Audit/Internal School Funds
Compiling data for audit requests assigned by the Controller for external financial audit and for separate Internal School Funds audit.
Serving as primary contact for Square and other ISF revenue payment platforms including training users
Reconciling weekly deposits and transfers for ISF funds between platform reports and bank.
Department Representation
Communicating with co-workers, management, clients, schools, and others in courteous and professional manner
Confronting with and abiding by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
Participating in conference calls for SST/School finance questions
Responding to email and Team messages from internal customers (including Finance) promptly, including during the month end close (response by EOB for less expected)
Other Tasks
Researching items and preparing reports requested by the Controller or CFO. This includes data analysis projects
Proposing time saving efficiencies and improvements for workload
Serving as backfill for other department members as necessary, including Controller
Documenting all tasks as part of a departmental Desktop Procedures compilation. Reviewing/updating those procedures semi-annually to ensure current
Performing other accounting tasks as necessary.
Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (or related degree/experience with relevant accounting course hours)
CPA or CMA a plus
4+ years of direct accounting experience including journal entry preparation with documentation and reconciliations/analysis
Experience with any current software a plus (Intacct, Square, Ramp, Bloomerang)
Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Nashville’s mission and educational model
Ability to meet deadlines consistently and self-review work
Excellent communication skills with diverse constituents
Superb time management skills and acute attention to detail
Team player: demonstrates maturity, growth mindset, flexibility, strong work ethic, and ability to build relationships across multiple audiences
Willingness to offer and respond positively to feedback
Ability to thrive in a small department environment while understanding internal controls
Desired Characteristics
Keen analytical and problem solving skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong time management and ability to prioritize
Strong judgment and decision-making skills
Flexible and strong ability to manage competing priorities
Goal and deadline-driven
Team-player capable of working both collaboratively and independently
Commitment to the mission of KIPP Nashville
Salary range is $35-45K
Estimated 20 hours per week
This position is exempt, and will work and be compensated according to a 12 month administrative schedule.
This is a hybrid role. Employees will be able to work both from home and are required to come in the office periodically. Our offices are located in Nashville and Antioch
Leaders are provided with laptop computers with access to the internet and or email to assist them in performing their job responsibilities.
Please contact recruiting@kippnashville.org with any questions.
KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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