Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is a key member of KIPP NYC's Finance Team, responsible for supporting accurate and timely accounting operations and maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records and general ledger.

What You Will Do

The Staff Accountant will support the monthly and year-end close processes, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, maintain financial documentation, and contribute to audit readiness and financial reporting across the organization.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical professional who takes ownership of their work, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of three years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong foundational knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial statements, and core accounting principles
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting month-end or year-end close processes
• Experience in nonprofit, education, charter school, or other mission-driven organizations preferred
• Experience with an accounting or ERP system such as Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or a comparable platform
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets and financial reports
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Collaborative and customer-service-oriented approach with the ability to build productive working relationships across teams
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Deep commitment to KIPP NYC's mission and belief that strong financial stewardship helps create the conditions for students, families, and schools to thrive
• Demonstrates KIPP NYC's core values of zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor

Benefits

• Salary ranging from $80,340 - $100,940 per year
• Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 50% match after 6 months
• Generous Time-Off aligned with the school calendar
• Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-term/Long-term disability
• Employee incentives include 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement