Job Description

Position Overview:

The Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA) Analyst is an integral part of the KIPP NYC Finance Team. The FPA Analyst is an ideal role for an analytical thinker with superb organizational and communication skills. The FPA Analyst will assist in financial modeling, report development and financial analysis as part of the FPA team. The FPA Analyst will also support school and program budget managers with financial analysis and protocols in their budgetary decisions. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. Cadence and frequency of travel to schools is determined by your leadership team. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. It is important that you notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.

General duties and responsibilities, but not limited to:

** Financial Reporting**

• Support the Chief Financial Officer in the creation of reporting to schools and regional leadership, the KIPP NYC Board of Directors, donors, financing partners and regulators,
• Create monthly financial and metrics reporting for KIPP NYC schools and programs for the Chief Financial Officer to use in Board of Directors presentations
• Create quarterly and ad hoc financial reporting packages for board meetings and regulators;
• Schedule regular meetings with school and team budget managers with accurate and meaningful analysis and exceptional, best-in-class customer service
• Support as a liaison team member between Finance, Development and Real Estate teams for donor and financial partner reporting by creating budget and spending reports for external donors and financing partners.

** Budgeting / Forecasting**

• Work with a subset of school and program budget managers across the organization to create annual budgets by
  • Establishing key financial parameters and budgeting guidelines by school band and/or program;
  • Managing annual setup of budgeting and reporting software;
  • Overseeing complete budget cycle for subset of school and/or programs, facilitating the delivery of complete and accurate budgets;
• Create and maintain an ongoing accurate financial forecast for schools and programs;
• Support Chief Financial Officer in maintaining long-term financial models

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, in finance or related field highly preferred
• 3+ years of work experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and data management, including building and maintaining complex financial models required
• Strong understanding of financial accounting and financial statement analysis.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products with exceptional Excel and PowerPoint skills and an aptitude for learning new software.
• Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills; ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Demonstrated passion for and a commitment to the KIPP mission for high-quality public education and social justice

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $87,550 to $110,000 per year. Salary ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized based on role level and role function. Individual salaries are determined through a lens of equity, accounting for years of experience relevant to the role and scope of responsibilities, and are benchmarked against others within the same salary band. Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range, however they are ultimately determined by scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:

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

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.