Budget and Accounting Manager

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.

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.

Reports To:

Chief Financial Officer

Classification:
Exempt

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

• 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

• 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

• 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.