The Vice President of Finance & Accounting is an essential member of the Finance and Accounting team, and is responsible for overseeing and leading the accounting, grants, payroll, procurement, and budgeting teams in alignment with KIPP DC's mission and financial objectives. The starting salary range for this role is $183,340-$212,289. This is a full-time, hybrid role based at HDQ with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.
About KIPP DC
For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation’s capital. Today, our network of 22 schools educate more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff.
Our work is grounded in five pillars–Academic Excellence, Joy & Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness–which ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue success in college, careers, and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful, affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike
As part of the national KIPP network, we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington, D.C. Together, we strive toward a future without limits for our students, alumni, and community.
About the Role
The Vice President of Finance & Accounting serves as an indispensable strategic partner to the leadership team at KIPP DC, upholding the highest standards of financial integrity and responsible resource management. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the organization's financial operations align seamlessly with its mission of providing high-quality education to underserved communities. The Vice President of Finance & Accounting will oversee all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, payroll, procurement and reporting, while also implementing robust internal controls and risk management strategies. Furthermore, this individual will play a key role in fostering a culture of financial transparency and accountability throughout the organization, ensuring that KIPP DC remains a trusted steward of public and private funds.
As a Vice President, this position must also ensure adherence to established internal control policies and procedures and maintain compliance within the organization.
Location and Type of Work
Hybrid flexibility (3 days per week onsite)
As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families, we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. This position will generally work independently and not regularly interface with students, families, or school teams. This position will primarily work from our headquarters office to maintain a connection to their colleagues and foster a sense of cross-functional collaboration. Because of the nature of this position’s work, this role allows for hybrid flexibility and will be required to be onsite 3 days per week.
Responsibilities
The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates, and other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.
Finance & Accounting Team Leadership & Management (35% of time)
Provides executive level leadership for Finance and accounting workstreams (35% of time)
Strategic Leadership (15% of time)
Compliance and Financial Stewardship (10% of time)
Board & Stakeholder Engagement (5% of time)
Requirements & Preferences
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:
Benefits & Compensation
KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.
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At KIPP DC schools, students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become Washington DC’s next generation of leaders. Equipped with a KIPP DC education, our alumni are empowered to be successful in college, careers, and life.
KIPP DC schools educate and support students in the District of Columbia who have historically had limited access to quality educational options. We are grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice.
In partnership with families, we approach our work with a set of core beliefs: We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and alumni best succeed when surrounded by a community of champions and advocates. We believe communities thrive when our public school systems are diverse, ambitious, purposeful, and unwavering in their focus on what is best for students.
KIPP DC educates 6,800 students at 18 schools on seven campuses in the District of Columbia.
