State and Federal Grant, Analyst

State & Federal Grants Analyst is responsible for maximizing funding opportunities for KIPP Texas through Federal and State formula funds and other grants. They work with Accounting FP&A Special Education Academics PEIMS Operations IT and the Superintendent to manage funds received and to help determine whatexpenditures can be paid by each funding stream. State & Federal Grants Analyst also works directly with KIPP Texas School Leaders on other grants such as Instructional Materials Allotment and Charter Start-up Funds. They will also be responsible for auditing federal grants to ensure timesheets high qualified status and all required elements of the Federal Grants are appropriately complete. State & Federal Grants Analyst position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas because they help to promote the proper utilization and documentation of the spend of Federal & State Grants. It is also critical that the State & Federal Grants Analyst is well-aligned with:

Our values to chase excellence persist with purpose and bring joy

Our belief that all students will learn and achieve at high levels given the opportunity

And our mission to help students develop the knowledge skills and character strengths they need to

seize those opportunities

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain the federal fund ledger and perform monthly close procedures.

• Monitor and review all Federal and State grant expenditures to ensure expenses are allowable appropriate and fully compliant with grant requirements.

• Prepare and submit federal and state financial compliance reports on time maintaining all necessary documentation according to the KTX Finance compliance calendar.

• Research eligible State and Federal grants for KIPP Texas gather all required supporting documentation and ensure the timely submission of applications.

• Track Highly Qualified (HQ) statuses of KIPP Texas teachers for ESSA and IDEA- B Grant

• Assist with federal and state fund budgeting and spend-down

• Perform monthly federal and state grant draw-down

• Track and maintain inventory of federally funded tech equipment furniture and fixtures

• Assist with annual financial and Single Audit

• Participate in TEA desk audits/monitoring

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree required

• 0-2 years of experience in audit accounting or grants compliance preferred

COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Excel including macros VBA and pivot tables

• Exceptional analytic strategic and problem-solving skills

• Strong planning organization and project management skills

• Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage a variety of tasks.

• Results-oriented hands-on team player who is dedicated to getting the job done

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.

• The candidate is expected to attend conferences meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. 

Additional Requirements:

• Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses

• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

• Work with frequent interruptions.

Work Environment: 

Hybrid work - Reports to the central office or schools three days a week

Travel Requirements: 

Minimal travel: May travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning meetings and other work related activities.

Additional Information :

What We Bring to the Table: 

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families. 

• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.

• Paid family leave.

• Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.

• Employee assistance programs. 

• KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans LifeLock identity protection life insurance and disability insurance

EEO:

KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.

 Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures providing documents in an alternate format using a sign language interpreter or using specialized equipment.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time