24 Accounting and Finance jobs

Feb 12, 2019
Manager of Federal and State Compliance Featured
ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Texas, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As of the 2018-2019 school year, all KIPP schools in Texas join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools, a state-wide network of schools dedicated to supporting students to and through college!   The Opportunity   The Manager of Federal and State Compliance is responsible for maximizing funding opportunities for KIPP Texas through Federal and State formula funds and other grants. He/she works with Accounting, FP&A, Special Education, PEIMS, Operations, IT, and the Superintendent to manage funds received and to help determine what expenditures can be paid by each funding stream. The Manager of Federal and State Compliance also works directly with KIPP Texas School Leaders on other grants such as Instructional Materials Allotment and Charter Start Up Funds. He/she will also be responsible for auditing federal grants to ensure timesheets, high qualified status and all required elements of the Federal Grants are appropriately complete.  The Manager of Federal and State Compliance position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas because he/she helps to promote the proper utilization and documentation of the spend of Federal Grants.      Key Responsibilities   Ensure all Federal Funds are spent appropriately and spent in a compliance manner Ensure all charges made into Federal Grants are allowable and appropriate Audit all Federal Grants to ensure no audit findings in the current year audit Work directly with auditors in helping lead the Annual Single Audit Assist with allocating KIPP Texas expenses to the appropriate funding streams Receive credit card statements and invoices from Accounts Payable; review them against grant requirements to determine whether or not  expenditures can be allocated to specific funding sources Track Highly Qualified (HQ) statuses of KIPP Texas teachers Maintain an up-to-date HQ spreadsheet of all teachers at KIPP Texas Complete and submit the annual HQ report for the State of Texas Submit state and federal grant applications in a timely manner Research and collect all background and supporting documentation for grants that KIPP Texas is eligible to apply for Lead the process of surveying students, parents, and faculty members, or requesting student test scores, as may be required by some grants; examples of such grants include IDEA-B , VSPC (Voluntary Public School Choice), NCLB, SSI (Student Success Initiative) Complete all background research for ESSA reporting Provide support to departments and schools Help School leaders develop School Development Plans and Campus Improvement Plans in compliance to the Secondary Education Act Perform internal control reviews and develop improvement plans   Skills and Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, plus 3-5 years of work experience  3 years of Internal Audit Experience is highly preferred Masters of Business Administration or Educational Management degree, preferred Knowledge of school operations and grant management, required CPA, Preferred Excellent interpersonal skills and an energetic attitude; ability to work with all levels of the organization  Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines is key Ability to identify problems and proactively find solutions Strong ethics and a determination to maximize funding for KIPP Houston schools Extreme flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate a high level of responsibility and multiple, changing priorities Proven written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to multitask Commitment to tasks at hand Strong analytical skills; thoughtful and autonomous decision making Detail-oriented and self-directed Initiator and creative thinker Continuous learner Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)     Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.   ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students.  We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
KIPP Texas Austin, TX, USA Full-time
Feb 12, 2019
Regional Staff Accountant Featured
ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As of the 2018-2019 school year, all KIPP schools in Texas join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools, a state-wide network of schools dedicated to supporting students to and through college!   The Opportunity   The Staff Accountant will support the Accounts Payable Manager in all accounts payable functions and provide guidance to school staff and Shared Service Partners  on accounts payable related questions. He or she will have a significant role in ensuring compliance of internal controls, financial policies, and coding.    Key Responsibilities   Enter invoices into the accounting system Prepare accounts payable checks for printing and distribution Answer inquiries from employees and outside vendors regarding accounts payable and related matters Help design accounts payable processes to better serve our schools (i.e. develop useful, step-by-step processes related to accounts payable) Play a role in system integration of the PO system   and accounting system Enter routine journal entries into the accounting system Assist with preparing for annual financial audits   Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree required (Business or Accounting degree preferred) Previous experience with non-profit, accounts payable, education and/or fund accounting preferred; May be substituted with adequate finance/accounting experience in the private/government sector High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word Ability to learn and work with finance/accounting software platforms Possess an ability to break down complex information into manageable parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Works well with a team and independently; ability to work cross-functionally with other departments (HR, Development, Operations, etc.) Positive, customer service-oriented attitude Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial and outcome-driven environment     Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.     ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students.  We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
KIPP Texas Houston, TX, USA Full-time
Feb 05, 2019
Finance Services Director Featured
$60,000 - $90,000 yearly
*Position* *Summary* Finance Services Director Duties Ongoing Processes • Primary client contact with assigned clients to include answering charter development, structure, start-up, issues, and other miscellaneous compliance financial questions. • Supervision and overall management of Back Office services and personnel assigned to their accounts to ensure they are in line with CSS policies and procedures. • Overall management ensuring timeliness of all schedules: internal, client imposed, and regulated by State or other agencies • Developing, implementing, and managing efficient financial procedures for assigned clients • Providing input to the Charter School Success management team • Management of CSS policies and procedures to ensure they are being followed for all types of back-office processing (examples: accounts payable, payroll, communication with client, deadlines, etc.) • Management of Finance Managers day to day management of all back office services and CSS Finance Back office team. CSS Finance Trainer • Preparation/Update and submission of all monthly Texas Charter Business, financial and non-financials (as needed) “Today’s Tips” • Preparation/Update and presentation of all monthly Texas Charter Business, financial and non-financial (as needed) webinars, conferences and site visits Marketing and business development • Performing marketing activities for both Charter School Success and Charter School Business Officer Certification • Attending appropriate trainings and conferences as a Charter School Success representative and preparing a summary report of proceedings for the rest of the CSS team Client Liaison • Attending at least two client Board meeting per year to present financial analyses, preferably at the Budget and Audit approval meetings • Ensure deadlines are met per client schedule and expectations • Consulting with clients on special projects • Ensuring client’s questions are answered and their needs are met in a timely fashion Client Onboarding • Onboarding and training new Business Clients to ensure an understanding of Charter School Success procedures, policies, and systems • Management and main point of contact of onboarding process with client • Set initial internal onboarding CSS team meeting to determine timeline and implementation process for client • Wrap of client onboarding process with client. • Ensure client is happy and policies and procedures are running smoothly between CSS and client. Monthly Processing • Final reviewer, approval and presents final (in-person and/or teleconference) monthly financial reports for client’s Board and Administration in CSS reporting format. • Overall management of the client general ledger ensure books are properly closed by CSS Finance Services Team. • Final Certifier of the client monthly Expenditure Reporting – Federal Fund draws • Final approval of all Federal Fund adjustments per the budget in Expenditure reporting to ensure budget in AIS system matches current budget in Expenditure reporting • Final approval of all monthly journal entries for all clients (as needed) • Final approval of all monthly budget journals (as needed) • Internal auditor of CSS policies and procedures for all clients to ensure monthly documentation is audit ready and client shared files are up to date. Internal Trainer to CSS team • Onboarding, training, supervising, monitoring, and evaluating Finance Managers and Specialists to ensure an understanding and implementation of Charter School Success procedures, policies, and systems • Weekly progress meetings with Finance Managers and staff to ensure client and CSS expectations are met on a weekly, quarterly and annual basis. • Reviewer/Update and Trainer of all CSS policies and procedures in line with new FASRG, TEA guidelines and federal guidelines. Annual Processing • Final approval of annual 1099/1096 reporting • Final approval of annual W-2/W-3 reporting • Final approval of annual 990 Informational Tax Return • Final approval of annual Child Nutrition Financial Management Report • Final approval of annual Charter FIRST Financial Management Information for required annual public charter hearing • Final approval of next year client dropbox folders • Final approval of next year client trend analysis reporting document to include the implementation of any changes for the new reporting year • Final approval of PEIMS FALL Submission – Finance Budget • Final approval of PEIMS Mid-Year Submission – Finance Audit • Final approval of client Open Purchase Order list Budget Processing • Set up and manage the budget process timeline for each client to include client communication of process, due dates, client meeting dates and board meeting dates. • Final approval and review of the initial PrePlanning Client Tool for assigned clients before it goes to the client. • Final approval and review of the Budget Tool used for client meeting to include initial compliance review of Maintenance of Effort (MOE), FIRST
Charter School Success Texas, USA Full-Time Remote/Virtual
Jan 31, 2019
Controller - Real Estate Development / Non-Profit Featured
$150,000 - $165,000 yearly
Civic Builders is seeking a Controller with specific experience in real estate development, construction or non-profit to lead all activities relating to internal accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.  As a facility developer, Civic Builders is comprised of over two dozen entities and maintains several dozen bank accounts. In addition to managing complex facility construction projects that rely on varying sources of capital, Civic Builders owns and leases a number of school facilities to nonprofit charter school tenants. Within this context, the Controller’s responsibilities will include general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting and financial reporting, audits, tax filings, and lender obligations and reporting. Duties include:   Finance and Accounting Management Lead internal budgeting, prepare forecasts and budget-to-actual reports with direct oversight Senior Accountant. Prepare internal and external financial reporting for senior leadership, Board of Directors and lenders, as well as periodic grant-related reports. Lead all internal accounting processes, including general ledger management, accounts payable and accounts receivable, as well as bank reconciliations, deposits and banking relationships. Process customer billing, including school facility development services and monthly rental invoices. Manage a large volume of lender reporting obligations including financials, certifications and insurance. Manage all financial audits and tax filings for all Civic Builders entities and assets. Support various reports and multiple transactions and needs of multiple stakeholders and the review the work of others. Manage payroll and support additional human resources and compliance related activities such as employee benefits, corporate- and project-level insurance coverages, and relationships with legal counsel. Data Management Support with Stakeholders Support charter school construction projects with budgeting, forecasting, financing, and loan management Collaborate with Financial Services team on all financing agreements, lending agreements via Civic Builders’ new platform, and New Markets Tax Credits allocations and deployments. Support additional insurance and compliance related responsibilities as needed, such as corporate and project-level insurance coverages, review of leases and funding agreement, and relationships with legal counsel. Support construction projects with budgeting, forecasting, financing, and ongoing management of project loans, and will support the Financial Services team on all financing and lending agreements. Serve as a partner to the COO and CEO in managing the numerous audits and external reporting Work with auditors for the various external reporting including support of parent organizations subsidiaries and affiliates.   Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of professional experience in accounting, with specific experience working with nonprofits, or small businesses, and real estate Demonstrated ability to manage accounting transactions in a complex, multi-entity environment with numerous real estate assets Expertise in nonprofit and real estate accounting and audit principles Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree, CPA license desired and preferred Experience managing and preparing multiple financial statements Experience managing accounting for an org of similarly complex organizations Understands construction builder, lender, nonprofit accounting rules
Civic Builders New York, NY, USA Full-time
Jan 24, 2019
Accounting Manager Featured
POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading a team of accountants in all aspects of transaction processing and financial reporting for our clients.  They will oversee all accounting and compliance reporting for assigned clients by working with Charter Impact accounting, accounts payable and payroll staff, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial information.  This position is highly visible to Charter Impact clients and therefore, an upbeat personality and customer-service oriented sense of professionalism is a must. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervises financial and accounting services and provides direction in financial statement preparation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense tracking by grant, grant reporting – for both governmental and private grants, and ad hoc reporting as requested. Reviews all financial statements as prepared by the accounting department to ensure compliance with GAAP. Assists the Director of Accounting services in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts for clients. Oversees the annual financial and governmental A-133 audits – which would include work paper preparation, liaison with auditors and understanding of the governmental programs. Oversees and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of all compliance reporting. Provides training to client staff to ensure internal controls are properly implemented and followed. Works with the Managing Director of Accounting Services and Directors of Accounting Services to ensure financial information is properly communicated to clients. Exceeds clients’ expectations both in terms of quality and accuracy of information at all times. Develops and maintains long-term relationships with client leadership and staff. Maintains up to date knowledge of the charter and non-profit industry and related funding through regular professional development. Mentors staff to ensure continued professional growth within the firm. QUALIFICATIONS: Generally, any combination of education that would provide the required knowledge and skills for successful performance would qualify.  A typical method of demonstrating these requirements would be: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in accounting.  Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting is a plus. LICENSE(S):   Certified Public Accountant is a plus. EXPERIENCE:   4 years of experience, a portion of which includes oversight and development of staff. KNOWLEDGE OF: Purposes, methods, and practices of financial and accounting record keeping. Accrual accounting principles and procedures. Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel. Proper and effective use of English grammar and communication skills (oral and written). Candidates must also have the ability to: Exceptional customer service skills. Self-starter - able to prioritize and multi-task without daily direct supervision. Maintain, encourage and participate in a highly collaborative team environment with clients and staff. Adapt quickly to change. Learn the appropriate rules, regulations and technical procedures related to non-profits and charter schools. Prepare and review a variety of accurate financial reports and summaries. Identify and correct errors in mathematical computations and financial documents. Experience with the following is a plus: Experience in a professional service firm, such as a CPA firm is a plus. Experience in charter school finance and operations. Non-profit accounting experience. High organizational skills with attention to detail. Knowledge of Abila/Sage Non-Profit Accounting and Paychex/ADP software. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS (with or without accommodation as needed to perform essential job functions): Read numbers, reports, and documents on computer terminals. Use telephone and other communication devices. Lift up to 20 pounds (Light). Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping and stretching. TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials and articulate goals and action plans. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work indoors in a standard office environment. Work outside of normal workdays and office hours to meet deadlines. Travel is required for professional development events and to client locations. Is required to directly communicate and interact with clients, parents, students and the public. TO APPLY: Submit cover letter, resume and salary requirement.  Be sure to include explanation as to why you are interested in the position.
Charter Impact Los Angeles, CA, USA Full-time
Jan 24, 2019
Director of Accounting Services Featured
POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Accounting Services is responsible for overseeing Charter Impact’s service delivery, as well as acting as an outsourced CFO on behalf of our clients.  He/She will oversee all finance, accounting and compliance reporting for assigned clients by working with the Charter Impact accounting, accounts payable and payroll/HR staff, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial information.  This position is highly visible to Charter Impact clients and therefore, an upbeat personality and customer-service oriented sense of professionalism is a must. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervises financial and accounting services and provides direction in financial statement preparation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense tracking by grant, grant reporting – for both governmental and private grants, and ad hoc reporting as requested. Reviews all financial statements as prepared by the accounting department to ensure compliance with GAAP. Prepares annual budgets and monthly forecasts for clients while providing valuable insight as to their financial condition. Oversees the annual financial and governmental A-133 audits – which would include work paper preparation, liaison with auditors and understanding of the governmental programs. Oversees and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of all compliance reporting. Serves as a fiscal liaison to Authorizers, Counties, State and Federal Agencies. Provides training to client staff to ensure internal controls are properly implemented and followed. Works with organizational leaders and other executives to ensure financial information is properly communicated. Exceeds clients’ expectations both in terms of quality and accuracy of information at all times. Develops and maintains long-term relationships with client leadership and staff. Maintains up to date knowledge of the charter industry and related funding through regular professional development. Mentors staff to ensure continued professional growth within the firm. QUALIFICATIONS:  Generally, any combination of education that would provide the required knowledge and skills for successful performance would qualify. A typical method of demonstrating these requirements would be: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting is highly desired. EXPERIENCE: 7 years of experience, a portion of which includes oversight and development of staff is required. Experience in a professional service firm, such as a CPA firm is a plus. Experience in charter school finance and operations is a plus. Non-profit accounting experience is a plus. CERTIFICATION: Certified Public Accountant is highly desired, but not required. SKILLS: Maintain, encourage and participate in a close and highly collaborative team environment with clients and Charter Impact staff. Exceptional customer service skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High organizational skills with attention to detail. Self-starter - able to prioritize and multi-task without daily direct supervision. Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel. Knowledge of Abila/Sage Non-Profit Accounting and Paychex/ADP software. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS (with or without accommodation as needed to perform essential job functions): Read numbers, reports, and documents on computer terminals. Use telephone and other communication devices. Lift up to 20 pounds (Light). Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping and stretching. TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS:  Ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials and articulate goals and action plans. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work indoors in a standard office environment. Work outside of normal workdays and office hours to meet deadlines. Come in direct contact with client staff, students, parents and the public. Travel regularly to client locations in southern CA. TO APPLY: Submit cover letter, resume and salary requirement.  Be sure to include explanation as to why you are interested in the position.
Charter Impact Los Angeles, CA, USA Full-time
Jan 23, 2019
Director, Operations & Implementation Featured
POSSIP SUMMARY Possip is making schools great through parents. We created simplified feedback systems for hearing from parents and other key stakeholders.   We are tech-enabled and people-centered.  We use elegant technological solutions to simplify school & parent engagement and relationships. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & IMPLEMENTATION We are looking for a Director of Operations who will lead the operations and systems that will help Possip meet our vision, and do so in the highest impact, most effective, efficient, and sustainable way.   You will work across Possip’s product work streams - from partner sales and outreach to ongoing partner service and implementation; from technology to content and communications - and Possip’s operational work streams - talent acquisition and management, finance, compliance and risk mitigation.   You actually don’t need us to say more - because you can take a big picture vision and translate it to strategies, priorities, and actions - but we want to share more anyway! You love the details and routines - and you know how to have a good time doing so.  You know how to not only create and respond to the details and routines, but you know how to move people alongside them. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Understand every component of Possip’s vision, operations, measures of success, goals and needs; and develop operational plans and processes to match and meet our needs Serve as a member of the leadership team that will make key decisions, specifically considering operational implications and needs Work to develop and implement processes for onboarding large enterprise clients for Possip Develop and implement systems of management across Possip’s diverse work areas, specifically focused on: sales and outreach; technical development; school and district onboarding and service; finance and legal; marketing and communications; talent acquisition See around corners to identify future risks, opportunities and needs Oversee procurement processes and coordinate material and resources Overseeing all of Possip’s outgoing and incoming contracts Working with Possip’s accounting partners to make sure that invoices, financial statements, and planning are secured Partner with the CEO to support prospective and current investor relationships and terms Strong candidates should have: 10-15 years of experience in Operations or related areas Experience with diverse business functions including sales and/or recruitment, finance, nonprofit and/or public-sector organization, communications, program management Comfort setting, and being held to, ambitious goals Experience working in diverse software platforms Comfort navigating conversations and paths without a script or pre-existing plan Experience - and comfort with - reading long contracts and policies and translating them to insights and action Navigating procurement processes with local, state and federal entities Experience working with diverse stakeholders and constituencies across racial, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds Bachelors or Masters preferred or comparable work experience ABOUT POSSIP Possip was founded in January of 2017  to help schools make parents their greatest asset using real-time feedback.  Possip does this by collecting weekly feedback from parents and providing schools with recurring weekly reports.  We have almost 30,000 parents across almost 100 schools. Possip is growing to serve even more school partners and families.  We are building a team to help us grow, meet the needs of our school partners and their parents, and build a sustaining organization that is sound financially, culturally and operationally. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR: POSSIP TEAM You want meaningful work where you will learn, grow, and challenge the status quo while being kind, practical, relational, and strategic.  You are the rare person who can hold two competing ideas in your head at the same time. You love people as much as you love data. You learn quickly, are curious, and love to chase and attain big, seemingly unrealistic goals.  You are comfortable in ambiguity -- but work to create structure and sense out of it. You are inspired to persevere and overcome rejection - for the right cause or idea. You can organize, plan, relate, and create. You are ready to do what needs to be done to meet the goal, whether mundane tasks or projects for which you don’t feel qualified. Most importantly you believe each person, inclusive of every socioeconomic status, racial or ethnic identity, and educational experience, has value and deserves to have their voice shared in a productive way.  You believe in the power and potential of schools - and see yourself as a supporter of the leaders and educators who work within them. Because of this belief you will drive the work of Possip forward. You will join a small start-up team working to grow a service and platform that will simplify and enable parent to school feedback loops across a diversity of parents and schools. You must care about integrating parent perspective into schools, and about helping schools learn and grow.  You should be able to successfully navigate diverse communities, constituencies and contexts.
Possip Nashville, TN, USA Full-Time Remote/Virtual
Jan 19, 2019
Managing Director, Finance Featured
Priority Application Deadline: January 25 Teaching Trust seeks a full-time Managing Director of Finance to provide Teaching Trust with consistent financial management that allows Teaching Trust staff and Board of Directors to be strong stewards of our financial resources. What You’ll Take On Reporting to our Chief Operating Officer, our Managing Director of Finance is charged with ensuring our Teaching Trust team and Board of Directors have the financial information needed to make decisions to drive our work and impact and manage the organization.   The Managing Director of Finance is the primary owner of our key financial processes including (but not limited to): • Managing our annual  functional team and org-wide budget process • Providing regular   financial reports and analyses  to inform organizational decision making • Monitoring our  organizational cash flow • Ensuring we have an  annual audit • Ensuring   appropriate systems, procedures, and controls are maintained to enable appropriate internal checks and balances • Managing our   financial vendor and bank relationships • Developing  cost models   and grant budgets • Providing critical support for key fundraising efforts and  grant reporting • Supporting key talent decisions  that affect the  staff experience Additionally, in FY19 (ending June 30, 2019) you will: • Develop and implement an approach to FY20 budgeting   that involves budget managers and produces draft org wide  and functional team budget by April 1, is vetted by the Finance Committee, and approved by the Board of Directors by June 1. • Improve financial systems and processes so that Teaching Trust is better   equipped to run smoothly, have the financial information teams need to be better stewards of resources, and simplifies their financial work to free up more time for them to do their primary roles. Key processes to focus on in the first 6 months include (but are not limited to): • Accounts receivable   - develop and implement approach that allows Teaching Trust to consistently collect and monitor revenues and fees • Accounts payable   - create and implement approach to managing payment of accounts payable to minimizes risk, is consistently implemented across the organization, and is elegantly simple --- • Expense reporting management   - identify and implement new tool for expense reporting that both ensures we have the data and information needed for our financial reporting and is not overly onerous for team members to use• . •  With COO, develop and implement approach to   regularly monitor cash flow on a rolling basis and project Teaching Trust’s costs and project revenue   needs on 12-18 month horizon, which will allow organizational leadership make better decisions about revenues and costs (e.g., when to accelerate donations, when to cut costs or delay expenses, decide max staffing levels for the org). What You’ll Bring We are looking for someone who loves using their financial and accounting skills to help organizations amplify their impact to achieve educational equity.   • You love the power of numbers :  finance, accounting, cost models, projections - they’re your jam. You are inspired by what people can do if they have the right financial information and data in front of them.  You love helping people identify insights that help them make stronger decisions. •  You are a   master at balancing fiscal stewardship and staff experience   in a way that strengthens the organization by making our work more sustainable and contributing to making Teaching Trust a great place to work. You are highly motivated by and deeply committed to our organization’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)  work. You are passionate about   creating policies and practices that amplify and create equity   and disrupt traditional power structures. •   You can see the forest AND the trees .  Your love for the details doesn’t hinder your ability to see the big picture.  Your work is informed by both. • You are motivated by the opportunity to help Teaching Trust improve by creating our first internal finance and accounting function .  You are eager to roll up your sleeves to develop solutions and implement them to help the organization get better and amplify our impact. • You believe that systems and process should be elegantly simple, make work easier, and create more space for impact.    You recognize that your work is in service of our organizational mission, vision, purpose, and intended impact.  You are excited to find ways for our financial function to contribute the our vision for organizational culture and amplifying your colleagues through your work. Ideal candidates will have: • Deep understanding of basic accounting principles with knowledge of nonprofit accounting • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field • At least five years of professional experience with three years in a finance-related position; experience with small or startup organizations a plus (though not required) • Self-starter who has exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills • Excellent project management and systems-building skills • Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring accuracy and minimizing errors • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, demonstrating resilience and a growth mindset • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with ability to influence, collaborate, and build trusting relationships to drive results • High level of comfort taking and implementing frequent feedback to improve the work • Ability to work well with people with a very wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style • Passion to work at an organization focused on ameliorating educational inequity • Strong desire and ability to innovate and adopt new approaches to achieve resultsExceptionally strong project management and time management skills • Authorization to work in the United States required Additionally, alignment with our   core values   is essential for the success of any candidate: • Educational Equity:   We prioritize work based on its impact in eliminating the achievement gap. Disciplined Behavior:   We are unapologetically results and competencies driven . • Courage and Resilience:   We take risks, rebound and persevere. •  Entrepreneurial Mindset:   We own our outcomes and act with urgency. • Reflection and Growth:   We seek feedback and modify behavior to achieve results. Who We Are Teaching Trust is a nonprofit organization grounded in the conviction that school leadership is the single largest lever to improve public education. We develop strategic, visionary leaders at multiple levels within schools and school systems to engage and lead accountable, collaborative teams. These teams in turn ensure schools have high quality teaching and learning and aspirational cultures, which are necessary to provide an education that eliminates the opportunity gap for low-income students and students of color. We work in the following ways to provide education opportunities that eliminate racial and socioeconomic disparities and give our students choice for their life path: • We train, develop, and support school teams to grow leadership capacity • We collaborate with partners to transform principal preparation programs • We build a community of educators through our work • We influence the practices of the school systems with which we partner What We Offer Teaching Trust offers a competitive salary for this role. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and ensuring compensation equity for our staff, the salary for this role will be aligned based on level and tenure with the organization. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options, a generous vacation and holiday schedule, and a Simple IRA retirement plan with employer matching. Teaching Trust also offers a one-time moving stipend to new hires who are relocating for the role. Teaching Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Teaching Trust evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria and does not discriminate any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Teaching Trust positions are contingent on securing relevant contracts.
Teaching Trust Dallas, TX, USA Full-time
Dec 21, 2018
Vice President, Administration & Finance Featured
$125,000 - $135,000 yearly
Priority Application Deadline: January 18 Teaching Trust seeks a full-time Vice President, Administration & Finance to lead the team responsible for our finance, operations, and IT functions, which make up the “Operations” arm of our Planning, Talent, and Operations pod.   What You’ll Take On Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, our Vice President, Administration & Finance is charged with ensuring that Teaching Trust  evolves its finance, operations, and IT functions in ways that supports our growth and pursuit of expanding our impact throughout Texas.  The VP, Admin & Finance will be a key leader in the organization and one of the first Vice Presidents at Teaching Trust. The VP, Admin & Finance will be responsible for key functions such as (but not limited to): With Director of Finance, ensure appropriate systems, procedures, and controls are maintained to enable appropriate internal checks and balances Ensure that finance staff  and contractors maintain financial record systems in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and monitor the use of all funds Manage cash flow and forecasting ; direct all financial, project-based, and departmental accounting Review all formal finance-, and IT-related procedures , processes, and administration, recommending improvements to the systems in place and managing the systems going forward Support the COO in Teaching Trust’s annual and long-term planning and decision making by providing st rategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections, cost identification and allocation, and revenue/expense analyses Lead our new risk management cross functional team to ensure the organization actively mitigates and manages risk With Director of Operations, ensure we have the programmatic and internal operations support that meets the growing needs of our programs and our team Manage our IT managed services to ensure we have network, cybersecurity, software, file management, equipment and overall IT support to meet the needs of our office and programming; explore path to supporting organization to ensure we have the IT infrastructure to enable us to consider offering online courses and coaching if we choose in the future   Additionally in FY20 (ending June 2020), you will: With Director of Finance and COO, develop and implement approach to regularly monitor Teaching Trust’s costs and project revenue needs on 12-18 month horizon Evolve Teaching Trust’s approach to meeting its growing resource needs , for example, With Director of Operations, develop an approach to supporting program operational needs in a way that improves efficiency and maintains participant level of care With the Director of Finance, create and maintain an effective internal financial management function that enables Teaching Trust to be strong stewards of our financial resources and actively plan for our current and future needs . Ensure our IT infrastructure supports our programming needs and positions us to begin to expand to new markets and provide digital / online programming Lead, develop, and grow our Finance, Operations, and IT staff leads so that they can support the rest of Teaching Trust in a way that is aligned with our PTO charge and vision and ensures have the resources they need to do amazing work.   What You’ll Bring We are looking for someone who shares a passion for our mission to achieve better outcomes for students in urban schools. You will thrive in this role if you take risks, learn from your mistakes, persist through challenges, and use feedback as an opportunity to improve. Ideal candidates will have: At least 7 years of work experience, with significant experience as a leader in education, nonprofit, government, philanthropy, or other relevant fields, ideally in the education sector A master’s degree in business, finance, economics or related field; or a bachelor’s degree with a CPA Significant professional experience with finance or accounting and financial analysis and modeling Demonstrated experience managing and developing a high-performing team Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, demonstrating resilience and a growth mindset Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with ability to influence, collaborate, and build trusting relationships to drive results High level of comfort taking and implementing frequent feedback to improve the work Ability to work well with people with a very wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics; must be capable of achieving results while maintaining an inclusive, collaborative leadership style Passion to work at an organization focused on ameliorating educational inequity Strong desire and ability to innovate and adopt new approaches to achieve results Exceptionally strong project management and time management skills Authorization to work in the United States required Additionally, alignment with our core values is essential for the success of any candidate: Educational Equity: We prioritize work based on its impact in eliminating the achievement gap. Disciplined Behavior: We are unapologetically results and competencies driven . Courage and Resilience: We take risks, rebound and persevere. Entrepreneurial Mindset: We own our outcomes and act with urgency. Reflection and Growth: We seek feedback and modify behavior to achieve results.   Who We Are Teaching Trust is a nonprofit organization grounded in the conviction that school leadership is the single largest lever to improve public education. We develop strategic, visionary leaders at multiple levels within schools and school systems to engage and lead accountable, collaborative teams. These teams in turn ensure schools have high quality teaching and learning and aspirational cultures, which are necessary to provide an education that eliminates the opportunity gap for low-income students and students of color. We work in the following ways to provide education opportunities that eliminate racial and socioeconomic disparities and give our students choice for their life path: We train, develop, and support school teams to grow leadership capacity We collaborate with partners to transform principal preparation programs We build a community of educators through our work We influence the practices of the school systems with which we partner What We Offer Teaching Trust offers a competitive salary for this role. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and ensuring compensation equity for our staff, the salary for this role will be aligned based on level and tenure with the organization. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options, a generous vacation and holiday schedule, and a Simple IRA retirement plan with employer matching. Teaching Trust also offers a one-time moving stipend to new hires who are relocating for the role.   Teaching Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Teaching Trust evaluates applicants for employment on the basis of qualifications, merit and work-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth, medical condition, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected by law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of such status. Teaching Trust positions are contingent on securing relevant contracts.
Teaching Trust Dallas, TX, USA Full-time
Dec 13, 2018
Charter School Finance Specialist Featured
We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Serve as out-sourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools Prepare monthly financial statements and presentations for school clients Assist schools with budget planning process Serve as a business consultant to school to analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Assist schools with a variety of business-related issues Assist with grants management, accounts payable, payroll Qualifications: 2 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in a related field Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Financial analysis and problem solving skills MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus. Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Thorough, detail-oriented and quality-conscious individual who can balance multiple assignments Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to travel within D.C. occasionally and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings, etc. Start date is flexible. EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EdOps Kansas City, MO, USA Full-time
Dec 13, 2018
Charter School Finance Specialist Featured
We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Serve as out-sourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools Prepare monthly financial statements and presentations for school clients Assist schools with budget planning process Serve as a business consultant to school to analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Assist schools with a variety of business-related issues Assist with grants management, accounts payable, payroll Qualifications: 2 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in a related field Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Financial analysis and problem solving skills MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus. Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Thorough, detail-oriented and quality-conscious individual who can balance multiple assignments Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to travel within D.C. occasionally and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings, etc. Start date is flexible. EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EdOps New York, NY, USA Full-time
Dec 12, 2018
Charter School Finance Specialist Featured
We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Serve as out-sourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools Prepare monthly financial statements and presentations for school clients Assist schools with budget planning process Serve as a business consultant to school to analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Assist schools with a variety of business-related issues Assist with grants management, accounts payable, payroll Qualifications: 2 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in a related field Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Financial analysis and problem solving skills MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus. Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Thorough, detail-oriented and quality-conscious individual who can balance multiple assignments Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to travel within D.C. occasionally and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings, etc. Start date is flexible. EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EdOps Washington, DC, USA Full-time
Dec 11, 2018
Financial Reporting Associate Featured
Position Overview The Financial Reporting/Accounting Associate is a key member of the Accounting team. This person will lead the preparation of financial reporting on behalf of our schools and regional office for key stakeholders, including our principals, senior leaders, the board of directors, auditors, districts, state and federal agencies, creditors, and donors. Additionally, this person will work with the accounting team to build a scalable and efficient financial reporting infrastructure, provide exceptional service and support to our schools, and ensure their continued financial success. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong knowledge base in charter school finance, accounting, and fiscal compliance. This person must enjoy using technical skills (mostly in Excel) and strategic thinking to design and improve our systems. This person must be comfortable asking questions while striving for independence and have the ability to learn quickly and problem solve. This is a great opportunity to develop your analytical and technical skills and grow as a finance professional.  We are looking for someone who is passionate about KIPP’s mission and is eager to learn. The Financial Reporting/Accounting Associate will be based out of our Regional Support Office (RSO) in downtown Oakland (BART accessible). This position is available immediately. Roles and Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Financial Reporting Lead accurate and timely reporting of quarterly financial statements for our district authorizers and financial updates for our Board of Directors and creditors Collaborate with the development team in creating grant budgets for donors that illustrate KIPP’s innovative approach Become an expert in reporting capabilities of our accounting software (MIP) and redesign budget-to-actual financial reports for budget managers and school leaders, possibly incorporating data visualizations Train budget managers, school operations managers and principals to use budget-to-actual financial reports. Fiscal Compliance Become a subject matter expert on federal and state fiscal compliance. Proactively anticipate risks; recommend and implement solutions Prepare periodic reports demonstrating the use of federal, state, and local funds; organize documentation as needed, which includes collaborating with finance and HR teams to compile payroll history, invoices, and credentials Document methods and assumptions to ensure work product is replicable and defensible; proactively improve our methodology and efficiency across financial reporting Year-End Closing and Financial Audits Assist with semi-annually financial closing Assist accounting team during Spring and Fall on-site audit Financial Modeling and Analysis Utilize advanced excel tools to transfer financial data to/from our financial model and accounting system. Research and implement next-generation systems to ensure seamless integration Partner with finance teammates to update financial modeling: examples include updating state funding, benefits forecasting, and school spending based on new assumptions Create and maintain financial and accounting dashboards for the leadership team Miscellaneous Responsibilities Assist with financial report maintenance in MIP/SAGE accounting system Assist with updating the resource folder and accounting handbook on Google Drive   Manage recode trackers and make weekly entries to ensure the actual financial reports are lined up with the forecast. Schedule monthly office hours to ensure all staff are familiar with Concur portal to submit invoices, reimbursements, and credit card receipts. Upload Concur extract files into the accounting system Assist with preparing 1099 forms Opportunities for Growth Research and implement reporting capabilities and infrastructure necessary to secure facilities financing and provide periodic reporting to related stakeholders Research and implement  next-generation scalable financial reporting as we continue to execute our growth plan. Address the question, “What tools and reports should our leadership and school leaders have at their fingertips to ensure efficient use of resources leading to great outcomes for our students?” Present year-to-date organizational financial updates at Finance Committee meetings
KIPP Bay Area Public Schools Oakland, CA, USA Full-time
Dec 11, 2018
Accounting Associate Featured
Position Overview The Accounting Associate is a key member of the KIPP team and reports to the Controller. S/he will assist with the day-to-day financial operations of our schools and regional office in the areas of accounting, accounts payable, financial audits, and vendor relations. Additionally, s/he will work with the accounting team to build a scalable and efficient financial infrastructure, provide exceptional service and support to our schools, and ensure their continued financial success. The ideal candidate for this position will have strong organizational skills, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to learn quickly and problem-solve. S/he must be an excellent communicator who enjoys working with people and is a continuous learner. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and grow as an accounting professional. We are looking for someone who is passionate about KIPP’s mission and is eager to learn and embody the KIPP mantra “Work Hard. Be Nice.” The Accounting Associate will be based out of our Regional Support Office (RSO) in downtown Oakland (BART accessible). This position is available immediately. Roles and Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Accounts Payable Approve and review online accounts payable portal and ensure all invoices are forwarded to Concur in a timely manner. Approve and review online credit card portal monthly transactions and import from Concur to MIP/Sage accounting system. Approve monthly reimbursement requests via Concur and import data into the accounting system Work closely with Operations Managers at our schools to answer day-to-day accounting related inquiries Follow up on vendor and reimbursement outstanding checks Month-End Closing Enter all direct withdrawals from checking accounts Enter all direct deposits to operation checking account Enter all organization revenue (including both donations and public revenue) and ensure property entry, coding and memo details of donor’s information in the accounting system Perform monthly bank/commercial card/investment/FSA accounts reconciliation Enter all banking fees Reconcile balance sheet accounts to locate any misallocations or pending receivables and payables Enter 401k semi-monthly payments Year-End Closing and Financial Audits Assist with semi-annually financial closing Assist accounting team during Spring and Fall on-site audit Enter all prior fiscal year invoices and reimbursements Gather necessary documentation for audit preparation— including checks, deposit documentation, bank statements, and invoices Assist Accounting team during the on-site audit Prepare and file annual IRS Forms 1096 and 1099 Potential Opportunities for Growth Maintain existing banking relationships and oversee cash controls Review financial statements (e.g. budget-to-actuals) to identify and correct coding errors Train new Operations Managers on accounting policies and procedures Create accounting reference documents Manage annual unpaid use tax to CA Board of Equalization Skills and Qualifications Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Public Schools’ mission. Firm belief that all children will learn and can achieve at high levels Bachelor’s degree Demonstrated experience or interest in accounting, for example— proficiency in MIP (Sage/Abila) and/or other accounting software systems; accounting work experience; or accounting degree, emphasis, and/or certification Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel) and Google applications (e.g. Mail, Calendar, Docs, Drive) Proficient in business writing and communication Ability to set priorities in a fast-paced work environment and attention to detail Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative Humility and respect: eager to learn, admit mistakes, and welcomes and responds effectively to constructive feedback
KIPP Bay Area Public Schools Oakland, CA, USA Full-time
Nov 28, 2018
Senior Operations and Finance Specialist Featured
ABOUT TENSQUARE TenSquare is a national charter school support organization that works alongside schools and staff to make lasting and measurable change. Working in nine states and the District of Columbia, TenSquare has practice areas in school performance, talent services, facility development, and authorizer/agency support. TenSquare team members bring operational and management expertise from top tier schools and networks from around the country. TenSquare works in partnership with schools and school systems to help them navigate the charter accountability landscape, grow and thrive in an increasingly competitive charter school environment, and improve student outcomes. Specifically, we: Provide strategic and focused accountability coaching for leaders and boards; Develop and help implement high-impact and proven instructional coaching strategies and professional development to increase student achievement; Strengthen organizational performance through enhanced processes for budgeting, staffing, scheduling, compliance, and other operational priorities; Conduct in-depth performance audits and create data-driven action plans and operational road maps for change; Provide performance data analysis and compliance support; Facilitate long-term capacity building, strategic planning, and turnaround initiatives; Recruit high performing teachers and leaders for PK-12 and Adult Ed schools; Support planning, development, and financing of facilities projects. Our strategic, hands-on engagements have led to significant gains in student achievement and organizational performance as measured by state exams and authorizer report cards. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Operations and Finance Specialist is a member of TenSquare ’ s School Improvement Team and builds the capacity of operations and finance leaders at TenSquare partner schools. This position helps assess current policies and practices, makes best practice recommendations for improved performance, and drives the changes with school-based leaders on the ground. The Senior Operations and Finance Specialist coaches school leaders and trains new operations and finance leaders to manage teams to improve operational and financial processes and functions including finance, human resource management, student recruitment and enrollment, compliance monitoring and reporting, facilities maintenance, security and food service, IT support, and outsourcing management. This position sometimes takes on a direct role as interim CFO or COO for one or more schools.  The Senior Operations and Finance Specialist will work with school leaders to: Finance Drive the annual budget planning process Manage school budget within Board-approved financial parameters and review monthly financial reports to ensure the school hits financial targets and to adjust when mid-year variances are detected Ensure control environment is strong and develop enhanced financial procedures where appropriate Oversee all financial processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly close, payroll, general accounting functions, annual audit, grant reporting, and regulatory reporting Oversee asset management, including inventories of fixed assets Student Recruitment and Enrollment Manage student recruitment efforts and achieve full enrollment each year Ensure student information is collected in a timely manner to satisfy all external constituencies and student data is protected Facilities Oversee all functions related to the physical plant, school property, school equipment to ensure smooth daily operations Manage all facilities-related contractors and service providers including custodial staff and all custodial contracts to ensure that school building is clean and well- maintained Safety & Security Ensure that appropriate safety and security procedures are established and followed Manage emergency preparedness and compliance Oversee external security company Food Service Oversee vendor selection process and contracts Oversee staffing and service quality and implementation Oversee compliance reporting deliverables and deadlines Information Technology and Reporting Develop and execute on IT long-term plan Ensure the ongoing maintenance and updating of information systems and infrastructure, including hardware, software and applications Ensure data reporting internally and externally is streamlined, accurate, and timely Human Resources Oversee human resource processes including payroll, benefits, files and paperwork Oversee recruitment and retention practices Oversee benefits plans including managing the employee benefits brokers and ensuring all employee issues are resolved promptly Ensure the school ’ s performance management process is running smoothly Compliance Support the school ’ s relationship with the DC Public Charter School Board and staff and other regulatory agencies such as the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, including the compliance and performance monitoring and reporting functions Ensure school-wide compliance with health and safety laws, charter contracts, state education mandates, and all federal and state workplace regulations QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor ’ s degree required, MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree preferred At least five years of operational and finance senior leadership experience ideally serving as an organization/company COO or CFO for at least three years; charter school leadership experience preferred Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and develop multi-step solutions leading to measurable change Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and manage business systems and processes to support a multi-million dollar organization Strong analytical skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills   — ability to develop SMART goals, dashboards, and other tools to measure, evaluate, and report on project success Excellent people manager and team player — able to work in diverse settings with adults from various experiences and backgrounds Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with ability to communicate well with diverse stakeholders and staff Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding decisions involving system structures Significant experience with at least several of the following functional areas: finance, human resources, external affairs & compliance, school-based operations, information technology, and legal services Commitment to accountability and data-driven decision making A demonstrated passion for advancing educational opportunities in low-income communities; knowledge of the charter school movement, a plus. TenSquare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, TenSquare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
TenSquare Washington, DC, USA Full-time