Financial Analyst

  • Full-time
  • Hiring Start Time: Immediate Start (Home Office)
  • HO Team: Finance

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a non-profit network of 53 outstanding public charter schools in grades K-12 across New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts. Our mission is to start and manage outstanding urban public charter schools that close the achievement gap and prepare students from low-income backgrounds for success in college and beyond. We are accomplishing that mission every day, with a college graduation rate that is well above the national average and thousands of stories of our students and alumni achieving their dreams.

Job Description

External Title: Financial Analyst

Internal Title: Associate Director of Financial Management

The Associate Director of Financial Management (“ADFM”) will report to and support the Senior Associate Director of Financial Management (SAD of FM) in, but not limited to, supporting the annual budgeting process, the management of budgets throughout the year and financial analysis. The ADFM will work closely with the members of the team to support team initiatives and projects, and reporting and compliance, as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supports the annual budget development and management process for Uncommon Schools NYC through

  • Conducting budget meetings with school leaders and report takeaways to SAD and Director
  • Developing budget assumptions and clearly detailing inputs
  • Assisting with the pre-budgeting analysis and recommendation
  • Providing trainings for school leaders to develop the understanding of fiscal management concepts and budgeting processes
  • Reviewing monthly reports and flagging issues
  • Supporting development of Finance Committee materials

Supports and executes fiscal reporting and model maintenance

  • Maintains the NYC regional financial models with current and accurate financial information
  • Reports financials to State, regional teams, and other Home Office teams

Supports the development and implementation of team initiatives to build scalability and enhance processes while maintaining A+ service for our Home Office and Regional teams. Takes the lead on other special projects and requests, as needed.

Performs administrative task and related duties as assigned and required by the role.

Qualifications

Required knowledge, skills & abilities:

  • Strong understanding of finance principles.
  • Ability to build and maintain systems that enhance organizational efficiency.
  • Attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment; Flexible, able to work autonomously as well as on a team and to take direction as needed.
  • Strong digital literacy (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, internet research, etc.).

Educational background:

  • Bachelor’s Degree.

Experience:

  • Minimum 2-3 years of demonstrated ability in an analytical role with a finance focus.

Additional Information

Uncommon Schools offers salaries commensurate with experience and a very generous benefits and vacation package. All staff members receive extensive professional development and are equipped with a laptop computer and all necessary supplies.

Uncommon Schools believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community through creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.