Grants Accountant

Great schools begin with great people who believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. At YES Prep, you have an opportunity to join a family of diverse educators who are leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a high-quality, college-forward curriculum while also ensuring our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choice-filled lives. YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it’s the future of public education—it’s an opportunity to say, “Yes, you can!”

• 17,000 Students
• 1,800 Team Members
• 19 Secondary Campuses
• 6 Elementary Campuses
• 91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
• 94% Hispanic & African-American Students
• 90% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University
• 88% First-Generation College Students
• Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report

We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options, like KIPP Texas-Houston and IDEA Public Schools, within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population. We are a rapidly growing organization, committed to creating life-changing opportunities for over 23,000 students by 2025.

• Serving as one of the primary contacts for all finance requests related to Federal, State, and private grants.
• Working closely with program staff and finance leaders to ensure accurate financial reporting and fiscal compliance on all grants.
• Monitoring and track the status of each grant through its life cycle to ensure compliance and adherence schedule, including the allowable uses of grant funds.
• Reviewing grant proposals and reporting for accuracy of financial data and ensure all budgeted items are identified and correctly accounted for.
• Compiling reports, work papers, and analysis necessary for the District’s auditors to complete the yearly audit of the District’s grants.
• Performing monthly grant analysis and provide stakeholders with appropriate monthly grant reports.
• Maintaining appropriate backup for Accounting team as it relates to Cash management, Grant reporting, draws and financial reporting.
• Preparing and review journal entries and correcting accounting entries as needed, monitor payroll accounting, and ensure compliance with non-profit fund accounting, Texas public school accounting and other requirements associated with each grant.
• Monitoring financial activities relating to grants and provide Principals with financial guidance in carrying out grant functions to other individuals charged with grant responsibilities.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of grant management financial policies and procedures that provide the platform from which YES Prep will operate with integrity and consistency.
• Responsible for accuracy of data entered in to the Grants Management/Project Management module of the accounting system.
• Staying abreast of the Office of Management and Budget Circulars, EDGAR, TEA regulations and all other applicable federal, state and District laws and policies.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• 3+ years in financial accounting and reporting responsibility;
• An exceptionally high proficiency in Excel;
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments on short notice, with little to no direction;
• Ability to ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, administrative guidelines, and the Texas Educators’ Code of Ethics;
• Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment;
• Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, effectively and appropriately with others.;
• A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional by participating in workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools;
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools
• Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education
• Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos
• Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results
• Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Federal Grant Accounting experience strongly prefer

• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback.
• Detail-oriented and self-directed.
• Initiator, problem-solver, and creative thinker.
• Demonstrate knowledge, and support of YES Prep Schools’ mission, values, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, Employee Field Guide expectations, and code of ethical behavior as stated in the Field Guide

• Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; offers commensurate with experience.

• 
  Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.

• 
  Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.

• Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.

• 
  Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid out at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure.

• Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.

• Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place to Work in 2018, 2019, and 2021. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well.