Regional Office: Managing Director of Finance (2025-2026)

Company Description

Our Mission

The mission of all of KIPP Massachusetts schools is to create an environment where students develop the academic skills, intellectual habits and character traits necessary to maximize their potential in high school, college and the world beyond. Our program is based on:

• A focus on high-quality instruction supported by rigorous professional development to ensure that our students develop the academic skills necessary to pursue the life they choose.
• A high regard for character development to ensure that our students and staff celebrate and develop their character and identity strengths.
• An emphasis on family engagement, because we believe that our students are most likely to be able to maximize their potential when we work in partnership with our students and their families.
• A focus on college readiness for all students so that all students can make choices about their post-secondary education and future.

What We Do

We seek to provide a world-class education for students from educationally underserved communities in Lynn and Boston. Our student demographics mirror those of neighborhood schools in terms of race, socioeconomic status, English Language Learners, and students who receive special education services.

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop the zest for learning and grit necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in Lynn and Boston.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Vision

At KIPP Massachusetts, we believe that Knowledge is Power. Every day, our team and family have the opportunity to either perpetuate systems of oppression or disrupt them. We are compelled by the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Therefore, we continuously commit to operating as an anti-racist organization.  Read more at Diversity Equity Inclusivity Vision.

Who We Are

KIPP Massachusetts began enrolling students in 2004. We currently hold two charters, operating two “districts.” Our first district, KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School, is based in Lynn, MA.  Our second district, KIPP Academy Boston Charter School, is based in Mattapan, MA. Each district is housed on one or more “campuses,” which we use to refer to different grade spans, for example, elementary grades, middle school grades, or high school grades.

In Lynn, KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary (serving grades K-4), KIPP Academy Lynn Middle (serving grades 5-8), and KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (serving grades 9-12), are all under our Lynn charter.  Admission to any grade in the Lynn district is admission to all remaining grades in the Lynn district K-12. 66% of our students in Lynn are Hispanic, 23% are African American and 11% are other races/ethnicities.

In Boston, KIPP Academy Boston Elementary (serving grades K-4), and KIPP Academy Boston (serving grades 5-8), are both under our Boston charter.  Admission to any grade in the Boston district is admission to all remaining grades in the Boston district, K-8. 68% of our students in Boston are African American, 30% are Hispanic and 2% are other races/ethnicities.

We serve over 2,100 students across both districts.

KIPP National

KIPP Massachusetts partners with the KIPP Foundation, or KIPP National, which is a non-profit national network of college-preparatory public charter schools serving elementary, middle and high school students.  KIPP National has a 25-year track record of preparing our students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life.

There are 242 KIPP schools in 20 states plus the District of Columbia educating over 100,000 students on their path to and through college and career.  We believe that excellent academic, safe and structured schools, empowered teachers, an emphasis on character development and support through college are the foundation for student success, and we strive to provide this for every student.

All KIPP schools, whether they are in Massachusetts or in other states, are part of the free public school system in their respective states and enrollment is open to all students.  KIPP public charter schools are given more academic and budgetary flexibility than traditional public schools, and in exchange commit to deliver high-quality academic results for students.

Job Description

Managing Director of Finance

The Managing Director of Finance leads KIPP MA’s finance and accounting functions, managing resources that fuel our progress toward impact, sustainability, and scale.  An experienced manager aligned with KIPP MA’s values and culture, the Managing Director oversees a team of finance staff; and reporting to the Chief Finance and Talent Officer, the Managing Director is a key leader on KIPP MA’s Senior Leadership Team, collaborating with staff across our region and schools in Lynn and Boston. Bringing sophisticated finance expertise, the Managing Director manages: Financial Operations, Controls & Compliance; Financial Reporting; and Budgeting.

This role requires consistent and reliable demonstration of the following essential job functions and key responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Tactical Work

• Prepare financial statements, the DESE Charter School End of Year Financial report, monthly/quarterly budget reports and forecasts, and other required financial reports
• Oversee finance portions of public grants management, including budgeting and reporting
• Manage finance team to ensure invoices are paid on time and expense/invoice data is accurately imported from the budgeting and accounts payable software into the accounting software, and vice versa
• Ensure that KIPP MA receives a clean audit each year; lead the organization’s annual audit process
• Oversee tax reporting

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead the finance team, including managing and developing the Finance Manager and Finance Coordinator
• Lead the finance team’s work on ensuring that the organization is structuring financial decisions through an anti-racist lens
• Lead monthly/quarterly budget meetings with principals, Directors of School Operations, and regional office leaders

Strategic Planning & Improvement

• Develop systems for monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations; oversee timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Ensure KIPP MA is up to date regarding compliance and best practices with DESE and other state and federal regulations, tax, and accounting issues
• Develop and maintain a documented system of financial policies and procedures and communicate and manage organization on fiscal policies and procedures
• Work closely with the development team to track and reconcile private grants; ensure that grant expenses are properly tracked and accounted for 

General Requirements and Responsibilities

• Embody KIPP MA’s Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productively
• Participate and engage in regional professional development and community events as required

KIPP MA staff are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in their role. Our KIPP MA Executive Leadership Team maintains consistent systems and procedures designed to permit staff to do their best work. 

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that staff will engage in to help promote a positive and safe learning environment and culture.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10 years of experience in accounting, finance, operations, or business administration
• 5 years in a financial leadership position, preferably in a public charter school
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred
• Love and unwavering belief in the high potential of all students
• Commitment to anti-racism and equity
• Proven track record of technical and accounting knowledge and skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize building strong relationships with others
• Computer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google Suite
• Pass criminal background checks

KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables all of our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10 years of experience in accounting, finance, operations, or business administration
• 5 years in a financial leadership position, preferably in a public charter school
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred
• Love and unwavering belief in the high potential of all students
• Commitment to anti-racism and equity
• Proven track record of technical and accounting knowledge and skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize building strong relationships with others
• Computer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google Suite
• Pass criminal background checks

KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables all of our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Information

What We Offer

The starting base salary range for this exempt position is $110,000 to $140,000 (per 1.0 FTE/45 hours per week) with a $1,000 signing bonus—and an annual performance bonus as well as other bonuses, when eligible. For more about what we offer, how to apply and more about KIPP MA, please visit this link HERE.