Staff Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Assist with the accounts payable process for KIPP North Carolina entities by receiving, organizing, entering, and maintaining vendor invoices and relevant documentation.

• Process invoices and other accounts payable transactions using Ramp.

• Accurately and consistently enter accounting transactions in LINQ across KIPP North Carolina entities.

• Monitor Finance Team accounts and systems for invoices, statements, and other documentation that requires action.

• Retrieve and upload invoices, statements, and supporting documents from vendor portals and external systems.

• Maintain thorough and organized supporting documentation for accounts payable transactions.

• Assist in vendor record maintenance and contribute to annual Form 1099 preparation and reporting.

• Investigate and resolve routine accounts payable inquiries, discrepancies, and documentation requirements.

• Conduct accounting and coding activities for organizational purchasing and credit card transactions.

• Review transactions to ensure appropriate account, department, school, entity, and financial coding.

• Reconcile credit card transactions and address any missing, incomplete, or inaccurate documentation.

• Prepare and record routine journal entries with supporting documentation.

• Aid in recurring accounting entries, adjustments, and general ledger activities.

• Research transaction-level inquiries utilizing the accounting system, account history, financial reports, and documentation.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting processes.

• Prepare recurring balance sheet, income statement, and other accounting schedules.

• Prepare and maintain assigned schedules, such as prepaid expense schedules and recurring account analyses.

• Assist in researching and resolving discrepancies identified through account reconciliations and financial reviews.

• Complete recurring accounting tasks according to the Finance Team’s monthly accounting calendar and deadlines.

• Help document and enhance Finance Team procedures and internal controls.

• Assist with collecting financial documentation for audits and compliance activities.

• Provide accounting support for Finance Team projects and regular reporting needs.

• Take on additional accounting responsibilities as familiarity with systems and processes increases.

⛳️ Requirements

• A strong commitment to KIPP North Carolina's mission and a desire to support schools through effective financial operations.

• An Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or a comparable combination of accounting education and relevant experience.

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, or related financial operations is preferred.

• Familiarity with fundamental accounting principles, including debits and credits, journal entries, balance sheet accounts, and income statement accounts.

• Exceptional attention to detail and proven ability to process and maintain financial information accurately.

• Capability to manage recurring and high-volume transactional responsibilities while adhering to established deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain complete, accurate, and easily accessible financial documentation.

• Ability to identify discrepancies, research transaction-level issues, and escalate matters needing further accounting judgment.

• Willingness to learn and effectively utilize accounting and financial technology systems.

• Experience preparing and posting journal entries is preferred.

• Familiarity with an accounting information system, especially LINQ or a comparable governmental, school, or fund-accounting platform, is preferred.

• Experience with an accounts payable and expense management system, particularly Ramp or a similar platform, is preferred.

• Experience in North Carolina charter school, public school, governmental, or nonprofit accounting is advantageous.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with spreadsheets, account histories, transaction reports, and financial schedules.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with Finance Team colleagues and internal stakeholders.

• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and sound judgment when managing financial information and organizational resources.

• Ability to work independently within established processes while seeking appropriate guidance when transactions require additional judgment.

• A commitment to continuous learning and readiness to assume increased responsibility as knowledge of KIPP North Carolina’s accounting processes expands.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.