District Federal Grants Manager (Helena)

KIPP Delta Public Schools operates tuition-free, open-enrollment college-preparatory charter schools in the Arkansas Delta, serving over 1,200 students in Helena and Blytheville. Through a rigorous PreK-12 program and an asset-based approach, KIPP empowers students to discover their purpose and expand regional opportunities.

The District Federal Grants Manager supervises all federal, state, and private funds the region receives, ensuring the programmatic and financial components are fulfilled. This position also supports the District Finance Director's financial responsibilities for all schools and departments, including applying department and school-level procedures, policies, and regulations on managing federal, state, and private funds. This position works collaboratively with various staff members to ensure that all financial and regulatory requirements are satisfied and that the organization’s culture is maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor federal, state, and private grants, ensuring timely and compliant fund use and liquidation.
• Support the Finance Director with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes; review and resolve variances.
• Produce, analyze, and submit financial budgeting and grant management reports.
• Facilitate monthly/quarterly meetings with budget owners and the Finance Director.
• Track spending against budgets in collaboration with the Finance Director and school-based teams.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all relevant federal and state grant regulations.
• Stay current on federal and state policy changes by reviewing the Commissioner’s Memos.
• Offer internal technical support regarding appropriate and allowable uses of federal funds.
• Utilize AvidXchange, APSCN, Indistar, Cognos, Google Workspace, and Excel to manage and report financial data.
• Maintain accurate paper and digital documentation of all transactions.
• Support monthly and year-end closeout processes, including audit preparation for OMB A-133.
• Assist with additional Finance Team projects as needed.

This job description reflects the core functions and responsibilities of the role but is not intended to be comprehensive. District leaders may assign additional duties as needed to support strategic priorities and organizational goals.

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of accounting or grant management experience required, preferably in education.

• Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks.
• Ongoing participation in professional development activities as required by ADE.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and results-driven; ability to take initiative and follow through.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; commitment to customer service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced) and Google Sheets.
• Comfortable working in collaborative, team-oriented environments; flexible and resourceful.
• Ability to understand and interpret legal and regulatory language preferred.
• Knowledge of federal programs, including Title I, Title II, and Special Education grants, preferred.

District Manager salaries will be based on individual experience and within the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule.

KIPP Delta Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.