Sr. Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

ResponsiveEd is a leading public charter school operator in Texas dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities and fostering student success across our large network of schools. Our mission is to Provide Hope for Students Through Educational Options that Promote a Free Society and Cultivate Moral and Academic Excellence. Were committed to operational excellence fiscal responsibility and innovative educational practices that prepare our students for a bright future. ResponsiveEd operates more than 100 tuition-free public schools serving over 20000 students through a family of diverse school brands including Founders Classical Academy Ignite Community School iSchool Virtual Academy Premier High School Quest Collegiate Academy and TexasWorks.

Were looking for a highly motivated and analytical Senior Analyst Financial Planning & Analysis to join our finance team. Reporting to the VP of Financial Planning & Analysis youll be a key contributor to our financial strategy. Youll perform budgeting forecasting and financial analysis initiatives to support informed decision-making across the organization. This role requires financial acumen analytical skills and a proactive approach to identifying trends and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Key contributor in the budgeting process collaborating with department heads and school leaders to develop and maintain comprehensive and accurate budgets.
• Create financial forecasts analyzing variances and updating projections based on operational changes and market conditions.
• Implement and improve budgeting and forecasting tools and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Financial Analysis:
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends opportunities and risks providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Perform variance analysis of actual results versus budget and forecast explaining drivers and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives new program evaluations and operational improvements.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into operational efficiency and financial health.
• Performance Reporting:
• Prepare regular financial performance reports for senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data used in reporting.
• Strategic Support:
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their financial needs and provide support for financial planning and analysis.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential new schools programs and initiatives from a financial perspective.
• Contribute to the development of long-term financial plans and strategies.
• Process Improvement:
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities for process improvement within the FP&A function.
• Leverage technology to streamline financial processes and enhance data analysis capabilities.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field. MBA or relevant professional certification (CPA CFA) a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis with a focus on budgeting forecasting and reporting.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel Google Sheets) is essential including advanced functions pivot tables and data modeling.
• Strong knowledge of office productivity suites with a particular emphasis on Google Workspace (Sheets Docs Slides etc.) for collaboration and data management.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning new concepts technologies and industry best practices.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear concise and actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Competent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Experience in the education or non-profit sector is a plus but not required.

Required Experience:

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