KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools is part of the growing network of KIPP Public Schools. KIPP Public Schools is a national network of free, open enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to supporting all students to reach their highest aspirations. There are 270 KIPP schools across the nation serving more than 120,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students have a 4X higher graduation rate than that of their peers.

KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates eleven KIPP schools including four primary schools, five middle schools, one K-8 school, and one high school, as well as the KIPP Forward program which supports students through college, career, and beyond.

KIPP Metro Atlanta seeks an experienced and knowledgeable, hands-on Controller who will design, lead, and manage all daily accounting operations, audit, compliance, internal control, and monthly/annual financial reporting for a $100M+ annual budget, including four legal entities. The Controller will manage the execution of accounts payable and receivable, oversight of financial systems (including the general ledger), the annual audit and 990 processes, and grants accounting functions for the organization and its schools.The Controller will manage the regional Accounting team of two accountants and an AP manager as well as a two person Payroll team.

As a KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools Controller your responsibilities include:

Accounting Management

• Set the vision for the accounting department
• Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including: control systems, general ledger, cash flow, payables, receivables, credit card accounts and accounting operations, and policies and procedures
• Lead the end-to-end accounting process, including month end close project management. Train and support applicable staff in carrying out their duties in the process resulting in a clean annual audit
• Manage the accounting system (Sage Intacct) and ensure it is meeting the needs of the organization.
• Maintain a well-documented system of accounting policies and procedures consistent with GAAP, GASB, and/or FASB as applicable for a GA non-profit public school
• Manage cash collection procedures and ensure policy adherence
• Manage the accounting system and ensure it is meeting the needs of the organization
• Ensure acceptable cash balances in each bank account and make transfers as needed
• Provide training to end users on accounting policies and procedures, chart of accounts, etc.
• Manage the annual financial audit and 990 tax process
• Provide support to the CFO as needed
• Ensure required debt payments are made on a timely basis
• Process adjustments and other journal entries as needed
• Maintain the chart of accounts
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions
• Research and resolve transaction errors and re-class as needed
• Manage inter-organizational transfers and reporting

Accounts Payable

• Ensure accounts payable are paid in a timely manner
• Oversee maintenance of vendor files, including W9 forms and certificates of insurance
• Oversee 1099s and 1096s process annually

Accounts Receivable

• Ensure grants and accounts receivable are collected promptly
• Ensure that revenue is recognized accurately in the correct accounting period
• Verify timely deposit uploads and deposit adjustments into the bank register
• Review, verify, and adjust accounting entries from the Development Team

Payroll

• Manage the payroll team
• Ensure monthly payroll entries and adjustments, shared salary allocations, and payroll/ benefits/TRS/payroll tax import journal entries are complete and accurate

Reconciliations

• Ensure regular bank reconciliations are timely and accurate
• Verify timely entries of bank adjustments and check clearing
• Confirm completeness and accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations
• Reconcile endowment account on a monthly basis
• Complete inter-organizational reconciliations on a monthly basis

Asset Management

• Maintain and manage the fixed asset/inventory list, including provide user training
• Ensure fixed asset/inventory policy and procedures are followed

Reporting

• Develop, improve, and issue timely and complete financial statements, including financial and operating metrics, for both internal and external stakeholders
• Create and manage various general ledger reports to assist with budget and grant analyses
• Provide financial analyses as needed to regional functional teams and other stakeholders

Fiscal Policy

• Work with CFO to maintain a comprehensive, accurate, and well-documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Develop and update policies as needed

Audit and Compliance

• Manage the annual financial audit and 990 tax process for four legal entities and three audits (KIPP MAC, KIPP Opportunity Fund, and KIPP South Fulton Academy)
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors and ensure accuracy of data and information for the annual audit
• Actively monitor encumbered grants and work with entities to ensure maximum benefit
• Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure compliance with cash, grant accounting, and accounts payable/receivable policies and procedures
• Manage commercial banking relationships
• Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Safeguard assets and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments

Management & Leadership

• Lead, coach,develop,and provide feedback to accounting teammates, whose primary duties are accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
• Manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day and monthly activities
• Ensure that the Accounting and Payroll teams are providing high levels of customer service to internal and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with teams across the organization, partnering closely with the finance team and school directors of operations, including training on fiscal policies

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  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA required
• Five years of experience in a accounting role with a successful track record overseeing an organization of $50MM+; prior nonprofit experience is preferred
• Technology savvy to efficiently and effectively manage data for financial reporting; knowledge of Sage Intacct desired
• Demonstrated success in developing and monitoring systems to manage internal operations and processes to meet monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines
• 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 Metro Atlanta

Compensation:

Annual salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000 commensurate with experience, as well as a benefits package including:

• Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental)
• Life and Long-term Disability
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
• Enrollment in the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (mandatory for all employees)

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

KIPP Metro Atlanta is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. KIPP Metro Atlanta does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.