Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

The Financial Analyst, Real Estate & Debt Management will support the Home Office Finance Director on aspects of financial management including, but not limited to, supporting bond financing, tax documentation and compliance monitoring. The Financial Analyst will work closely with members of the team to support initiatives and ad hoc projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and create long-term forecasting model for debt portfolio 
  • Create database for bond documents, including resolutions and certificates
  • Design and implement a scalable model for debt covenants
  • Create long term cash flow model  
  • Coordinate with accounting to prepare amortization and debt payment schedules 
  • Prepare background information needed for pricing and related approvals 
  • Provide research and information on market conditions on an as needed basis
  • Maintains the Home Office financial models with current and accurate financial information
• Supports the annual budget development and management process through 
  • Document all financial assumptions and financial projections 
  • Assists with pre-budgeting analysis and recommendations
  • Reviews monthly reports and flags issues
  • Supports development of Finance Committee materials
• 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

• 2-3 years of overall work experience; 1-2 years of directly related experience
• Strong understanding of finance principles.
• Ability to create and maintain systems that enhance organizational efficiency.
• An obsessive 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, entrepreneurial environment; flexible, able to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, internet research, etc.).

Our people are what make us uncommon. It’s important to us that our compensation practices align with our values and enhance our ability to attract and retain talent.  Our compensation philosophy is focused on equity and fairness, retaining our talented staff and valuing their expertise, and transparency and clarity.

Compensation for this position: Candidates who meet all job description requirements will likely receive an offer of $78,300.  The starting compensation for this role is between $74,000 to $87,000.  The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.   To receive an offer at the top of the range, candidates will need significant experience beyond the job description  requirements.  Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members. 

Other Benefits:

• 19 days of paid time off in addition to three weeks of paid winter and summer org-wide holidays
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development  
• Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
• Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
• Financial planning & wellness
  • 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
  • 529 college savings program
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
  • Financial  planning tools and assistance
• Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts, pet care insurance
• Paid leave of absence 
  • Fully paid parental leave
  • Fully paid medical leave
  • Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance 
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

Uncommon 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 an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].