Director of Finance & Administration

Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA; full-time, on-site role

Salary: USD 114,000–126,000 per year

Company

KIPP Baltimore operates nonprofit public charter schools and alumni support programming as part of the national KIPP Public Schools network.

What you will do

• Develop and execute strategic financial plans aligned with organizational and educational priorities.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow, investments, financial risk, audits, and compliance reporting.
• Build and maintain pro-forma financial models, organization-wide processes, reports, and dashboards for decision-making.
• Manage finance and HR staff responsible for accounting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, benefits, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Support school-level financial operations, grant management, performance management, and compliance with Maryland laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with school and regional leaders, funders, regulators, and community partners on financial and HR matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, human resources, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least five years of progressive experience in finance and/or HR leadership, preferably in education or the nonprofit sector.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, financial analysis, resource allocation, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, payroll administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Baltimore, Maryland.

Nice to have

• CPA, SHRM-CP, or SPHR certification.
• Experience in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven work supporting public charter school students and alumni.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match and no vesting period.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.
• Immediate start date.