Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently serves over  2,000 students in grades kindergarten through twelfth. The mission of KIPP Columbus is to create a system of schools where students develop the intellectual, academic, and social skills needed to understand and take action on issues they encounter in everyday life. 

KIPP Columbus continues to rank as one of the top five schools for the academic growth of any school in Ohio and is a top-performing urban school in the state for academic growth. In Spring 2021, KIPP Columbus graduated its second class of high school seniors. 100% of graduates were accepted to college, with over $20 million in merit scholarships from colleges and universities awarded.

In addition to academic excellence, KIPP Columbus also partners with more than 100 community organizations to provide extracurricular activities, programming, health and wellness services, meals, and more to KIPP students, families, and the broader community. KIPP is also an Ohio High School Athletic Association member, offering more than ten varsity sports. 

The KIPP Columbus learning campus will continue to advance student learning, expand partnerships, enable superior programming, and serve as a teaching and leadership lab for schools nationwide, reimagining education through a deeper lens of antiracism and excellence and joy.  

To learn more, visit: https://www.kippcolumbus.org/

The Opportunity

KIPP Columbus seeks a detail-oriented, results-driven Finance Associate. The Finance Associate will be responsible for the day-to-day handling of purchasing, accounts payable, grant support, and financial reporting. This position will work closely with school teams and operations and report to the Managing Director of Finance.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Purchasing

• Serves as the primary purchaser for KIPP Columbus, verifying that requests comply with internal policies and procedures

• Creates requisitions to turn into purchase orders

• Issues purchase order change forms and manages adjustments to purchase orders, including line item updates and closures

• Supports school-based staff with purchasing processes and tools

• Ensures compliance with federal procurement requirements

Accounts Payable

• Reviews and processes invoices for goods and services, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures

• Reviews and processes credit card expenses

• Reconciles expenses and other financial reports with account balances and office records

• Maintains organized accounting files and documentation

• Assists with monthly reconciliations and financial record keeping

• Other related duties as assigned

Grant Management Support

• Assists with preparation and submission of grant reimbursement requests

• Coordinates documentation required for grant submissions, including invoices, timesheets, and supporting materials

• Verifies completeness and accuracy of grant documentation prior to submission

• Supports tracking and allocation of grant-funded expenses

• Assists with maintaining organized grant records and compliance documentation

Financial Reporting & Operational Support

• Prepares monthly financial reports (mini-dash reports) for budget owners

• Supports budget tracking and reporting processes

• Assists with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requests

• Supports implementation and improvement of finance systems and processes

• Bachelor’s Degree Required

• 1 to 4 years of relevant work experience, preferably in finance, accounting, or education setting

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word

• Detail- and results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done accurately and on a timely basis

• Flexible, collaborative, and inquisitive working style

• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills

• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compensation and Benefits

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. Competitive Market Salary: Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.