About Rocky Mountain Prep

We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade. But we are so much more than this.

The RMP community is filled with staff, students, and stakeholders who are motivated by our pillars of rigor and love, live daily by our PEAK values, and believe deeply in the power and potential of every student we serve. We aspire to be the highest-performing school system in Colorado. We will grow to serve students in many communities who need more seats in schools that provide rigorous and loving college preparatory options.

If you are mission-driven, humble in your reflections about your practice, smart in your approach to data, and results-oriented, we’d love to have you apply.

During the 2024-2025 school year, RMP is driving after five big goals:

1. 85% Staff Retention
2. 100% of campuses going green & ECE-2nd grade students growing an average of 1.25 years in math and reading
3. 100% of seniors accepted into college
4. 40% of 3rd-8th grade students meet their Accelerated Reader millionaire goal
5. RMP meets its network enrollment goal

Why We Need YOU

Member of Rocky Mountain Prep’s (RMP) Finance and Planning Team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting/Controller, the Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the reporting financial health of the organization. The Senior Accountant will support the daily operations of the General Accounting department by managing the financial activities for reimbursable governmental grants, serving as backup for monthly payroll processing, partnering with the financial accounting team and assisting the annual financial audit. 

The Finance and Planning team sits within the People and Business Administration (PBA) portfolio of teams. The Vision for the PBA is that Every Human Thrives. The work of the Senior Accountant will be in alignment with RMP’s core values (Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness).

The Senior Accountant will provide:

• Grant Funding Requests
  • Pull grant-related payroll backup files according to the grant budget
  • Prepare Grant RFF (Request for Fund) worksheet
  • Prepare Time and Effort documentation for Grant RFF’s
  • Submit monthly Grant RFF with signed certificate and Time and Effort documentation to school districts
  • Reconcile the funds received with RFF submitted

• Managing Grant Funding Balances
  • Tracking YTD Grant funding requests and remaining balances against grant budget
  • Communicate with school districts on the timing of grant fundings receipts
  • Participate in the weekly school districts office hour meetings and update Sr. Director of Strategy with action items and changes
  • Periodical report grant receiving status and update the forecasting of the remaining year’s funding to the Sr. Director of Strategy and Managing Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting/Controller

• Accounting responsibilities
  • Record the governmental funding received with the CDE chart of account code
  • Reclass the grant expenditures with the correct grant code from the CDE chart of accounts to support the monthly accounting close
  • Work closely with the Accounting team on monthly funding received 
  • Record payroll-related accounting entries (401K, HSA, PERA, Payroll, Reimbursement, etc.)
  • Support the payroll process as a backup to the monthly payroll processing.
  • Provide required payroll info to the Accounting Department for opening the Corporate Purchase Card and processing employee reimbursement
  • Compile year-end grant accounts receivable balances and review with Sr. Director of Strategy and Managing Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting/Controller 

• Other Responsibilities
  • Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts, maintain monthly account reconciliation schedules, and prepare appropriate journal entries. Research/resolve discrepancies.
  • Conduct variance analysis, demonstrating strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Assist in the coordination and timely completion of the annual audit, including compiling and verifying the accuracy and completeness of accounts and schedules for the audit.
  • Assist with process improvements and process implementation. Assure internal control procedures are followed.

Required Competencies 

• Expertise and proven track record in domains such as: Bookkeeping, Reconciliation, Governmental Accounting, Grants Financial Management, Accounts Receivable and Payroll;
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; comfortable presenting and facilitating periodical updates to the direct manager and senior financial leaders;
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence others by interacting with various stakeholders in respectful ways that build credibility for self, the finance and planning team and PBA unit; and,
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Required Experience and Education 

• 3+ years in accounting; experience in governmental grants required;
• Experience in K-12 public education required; school and/or CMO/District experience strongly preferred; 
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field with applicable professional licenses and certifications, a plus; and,
• Experience with MIP Fund accounting software or in a charter school environment is a plus.

Commitment and Compensation 

The Senior Accountant role is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $60,000- $90,000 based on experience. While the full salary range for this position is $60,000 - $90,00 we anticipate most offers falling between $70,000 - $80,000, depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement through PERA
• Paid-Time-Off

Want to apply? Get in touch today

RMP is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on students, families, and communities as the Communications and Content Manager. 

We appreciate your interest in Rocky Mountain Prep and look forward to getting to know you!