Financial Analyst

Job Description

Organizational Overview:

KIPP Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Atlanta currently operates 11 schools including five primary schools, six middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life. We are a social justice organization and our vision., and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars. 

Job Overview:

The Financial Analyst supports KIPP Atlanta Schools’ financial planning, reporting, and performance management processes by producing timely, accurate, and decision-useful financial analysis. Reporting to the Director of FP&A, this role supports monthly reporting, forecasting, budget development, cash forecast inputs, and recurring compliance and financial reporting needs, including DE046 and Food Service reporting. The Financial Analyst also maintains reporting tools and data structures that improve visibility, consistency, and decision-making across the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare recurring monthly budget-to-actual reporting packages for assigned schools, departments, or programs.

• Perform variance analysis and identify drivers of financial performance, including staffing, enrollment, contracted services, supplies, and timing-related variances.

• Support the monthly and quarterly forecast process by updating actuals, validating assumptions, and preparing forecast schedules for assigned portfolios.

• Support the annual budgeting process through template preparation, data collection, assumption validation, and quality control checks.

• Assist with cash forecasting, long-range planning schedules, and scenario analysis as assigned.

• Support preparation of recurring compliance and reporting deliverables, including DE046 and Food Service financial reporting.

• Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation needed for state, internal, and management reporting.

• Produce exception reports and compliance tracking to monitor adherence to finance procedures, timelines, and reporting requirements.

• Support school and departmental finance monitoring by organizing data, maintaining trackers, and following up on open items.

Use financial systems and planning tools, including Ramp, Intacct, Vena, and other data sources, to prepare accurate and actionable analyses.

• Maintain reporting templates, dashboards, and workflows that improve team efficiency, data visibility, and reporting quality.

• Validate data integrity across financial systems and identify inconsistencies requiring correction or escalation.

• Support continuous improvement of reporting structures, processes, and standard operating procedures.

• Work collaboratively with accounting, school-based leaders, and regional stakeholders to gather information, clarify financial questions, and support decision-making.

• Attend Finance Team meetings, Support Team meetings, and other regional meetings as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, public administration, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, strategic finance, or a related field.
• Strong Excel skills required, including lookups, pivot tables, and analytical schedule building.
• Preference for experience with financial systems and reporting tools such as Vena, Intacct, Ramp, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Experience with developing and maintaining productive working relationships within and across teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts in non-technical terms and tailor communication to stakeholder groups.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support sound decision-making.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities, multi-task, work in a fast-paced demanding environment, operate effectively with ambiguity, and take on new responsibilities as needed.

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation is competitive and aligned with KIPP Atlanta Schools’ leadership salary bands. The salary range for this role is $75,000- $125,000 and is based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Most new hires are placed in the lower to mid-range of the salary range. Placement near the top of the range is uncommon at hire and reserved for individuals who exceed role qualifications through depth of expertise, leadership maturity, and proven results leading complex initiatives with sustained, organization-level impact. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance, retirement options, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. 

KIPP Atlanta Schools offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 20 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to identified holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical and dental), life insurance and optional short and long term disability
• Counseling and Telehealth Options
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Participation in Georgia retirement plan and an optional 403(b) retirement plan.

Location & Work Conditions:

This position requires:

• This role requires schedule flexibility; work hours vary based on campus needs and may include evenings and occasional weekends.
• This position has hybrid flexibility but does require regular presence on campus and in schools and in required meetings around the region; Must be based in Atlanta
• This position requires routine physical activity associated with normal office environments. 
• This position may require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to engage in school-based activities requiring standing, walking, and mobility

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

KIPP Atlanta Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.