Analyst, Strategic Accounting Projects

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a free, public charter school network committed to providing high-quality education. They are seeking an Analyst who will drive financial systems improvements, support compliance, and enhance accounting processes across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the administrator for Concur Expense and Travel, overseeing configuration, issue resolution, and vendor relationships
• Design, implement, and manage system rollouts, enhancements, and integrations to align with organizational needs
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, training, and resources to support user adoption and compliance
• Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate system performance and drive continuous improvement
• Support accounting operations, including check run reviews, deposit processes, and invoice reconciliation
• Oversee credit card program controls, including cardholder verification, account changes, and compliance monitoring
• Ensure audit readiness by executing financial controls and providing accurate documentation
• Partner with Accounts Payable and Budget Analysts to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely general ledger posting
• Research and document Finance process flows to identify inefficiencies and gaps
• Recommend and support the implementation of automation and process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance
• Manage and maintain Finance-related content on The Net, ensuring resources are accurate, accessible, and up to date
• Design and deliver finance-related training through Articulate 360, providing organization-wide learning tools that support compliance and operational excellence
• Support cross-functional projects focused on systems optimization and financial process improvements
• Drive strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and reporting accuracy
• Partner with Finance, IT, and HR teams to ensure smooth system integrations and workflows
• Present process updates, reports, and recommendations to leadership
• Support or lead special projects as assigned by Finance leadership, applying project management skills to deliver results on time and with quality
• Act as a subject matter expert for staff navigating finance systems and processes
• Provide proactive training, mentorship, and support to colleagues across the organization
• Contribute to Finance communication strategy by ensuring resources are clear, transparent, and accessible

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of one year of progressive experience in accounting, finance operations, or systems administration
• Expertise with financial systems (Concur Expense and Travel, and Sage Intacct preferred)
• Experience managing cross-functional projects or system implementations strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to analyze and report on financial data
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and levels of the organization
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Ability to create clarity in gray situations
• Positive and professional demeanor with an exemplary customer service mindset
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Strong self-initiative and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects in a short and compressed time window
• Ability to work independently, with minimal ongoing assistance
• Ability to work in a dynamic, non-routine environment with shifting priorities where multitasking may be required
• Strong integrity and deep belief in KIPP's mission, values, and commitment to the students we educate
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven culture where we are a Team & Family and see people first
• Continuous learner, team player, and self-starter; values a culture of giving and receiving feedback

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Life insurance and disability plans

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