Budget and Accounting Manager

Description:

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Classification: Exempt

Salary: Commensurate with experience

ABOUT US

Gestalt Community Schools is a system of K-12 college-preparatory charter schools in targeted

Tennessee communities. We show our scholars that being great requires a great effort, and we

empower them to be college-ready, career-ready and community-ready. Our Power Center Academy

schools set the standard for educational excellence. With every graduating class, we continue to build

better communities through education. We aim to integrate education and community, working with

partners to achieve more than any of us could alone – a true gestalt.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Budget and Accounting Manager leads budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts while

supporting the month-end close process, playing a critical role in driving sound financial management

and strategic decision-making. This role partners closely with school and network leaders to promote

fiscal stewardship, monitor financial performance, and support the long-term sustainability of the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the end-to-end budget development process across schools and departments
• Prepare and distribute monthly budget-to-actual reports with clear variance analysis and

actionable insights

• Monitor financial performance by school, department, and program to ensure alignment with

approved budgets

• Partner with department and school leaders to track revenues and expenses and promote

responsible stewardship of resources

• Maintain rolling forecasts and multi-year projections aligned to enrollment, TISA funding,

staffing models, and growth plans

• Support and participate in the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial

reporting

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure

compliance

• Perform ad hoc analysis and other duties as assigned

SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-up and time management
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with individuals at all levels within the organization

Collaborative mindset with demonstrated ability to partner cross functionally

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, from an accredited college or

university is required

• 3 – 5 years of progressive accounting and/or budgeting experience
• Experience in non-profit, public sector, or charter school environment preferred

It is the policy of Gestalt Community Schools to provide equal employment opportunities without regard

to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual

orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.