Staff Business Operations Analyst

At PowerSchool we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible and a career with us means youre joining a successful team committed to engaging empowering and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere.

Team Overview

Our Finance GPO Transformation team is a passionate high-performing group committed to driving optimal efficiency and accuracy for PowerSchool operations by creating scalable and automated processes and solutions. The Accounts Receivable SeniorProcess Analyst (SSPA) as part of the Finance GPO Transformation team focuses onoptimizingcomplex business processes across the organization ensuring solutions deliver sustainable efficiency and align with strategic goals. Operating on a broad scope theSSPAplays a critical role in transformation by proactivelyidentifyingissues and opportunities across policies processes and systems then designing solutions that improve effectiveness and scalability across multiple potential challenges before theysurface apply analytical rigor to uncover root causes and implement preventative measuresthat align withorganizational goals.

Description

• Essential duties andresponsibilitiesof an Accounts Receivable SeniorStaffProcess Analystcombineadvancedtechnicalproficiency strong analyticaland strategicabilities andstrong communicationskills to shape andoptimizecomplex processes across the shoulddemonstratea commitment toenterprise-widecontinuous improvement and a collaborative approach to solving multifaceted be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilitiesincludebutare not limited tothe following.
• Continuouslymonitorand consider cross-functional process and system changes and their relevance/impact to the Accounts Receivable/Collections workstream
• Drive complex transformation initiatives independently and deliver data analysis on process improvements
• Proactivelyidentifysystemic and process inefficiencies and gather cross-functional requirements to support improvements
• Ingest cross-functional changes and adapt Accounts Receivable policy processes and systems to accommodate and remain compliant with policy and strategic objectives
• Conduct in-depth feasibility assessments and design solutions that enhanceorganizationaleffectiveness
• Architect and implement advanced process improvements ensuring alignment withstakeholders
• Serve as a trusted advisor across departmentsfacilitatingcollaboration on processimprovements
• Researchcomplex organizational challengesidentifyroot causes and design prevention strategies
• Develop reporting and dashboards to measure performance and support strategic decision-making
• Communicate insights clearly to stakeholders ensuringsmoothadoption
• Establish andmaintaincomprehensive process documentation
• Educate and guide delivery teams on process and functionality changes to ensure effective adoption
• Monitor organizational performance trends and surface new opportunities for transformation
• Identify craft and document internal controls
• Maintain and perform internal control procedures/documentation
• Support quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Ensure all initiativesremainaligned with overarching business strategy and long-term organizational goals

To be considered for and to perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledgeskilland/or abilityrequired.

Qualifications include:

• 10 years of business operations experience with 5years of experience in Accounts Receivable/Collections withdemonstratedsuccess in process improvement

• Experience with process mapping modeling and documentation tools (e.g. VisioLucidchart) including ability to design complex workflows

• Strongstrategic andanalytical thinking and attention to detail

• Abilitytoidentifysystematic inefficiencies and architecting scalable sustainable solutions(e.g. DMAIC SIPOC etc.)

• Creativeproblem-solving skillswitha track recordof delivering measurable business impact

• Strongexpertisein the Order-To-Cash/Accounts Receivable workstream withthe abilityto influence cross-functional strategy

• Background in project management or change management with experiencein large scale transformation

• Experience with varioussoftware systems ( SalesForce) relevant to the Order-To-Cash/Accounts Receivable

• Strong communicationskills both written and oral

• Proven ability to collaborate across diverse teams and cultures building alignment on strategic initiatives

• Strong presentation and documentation abilities

• Keen business acumen

• Customer-focused mindset and ability to manage stakeholder expectations

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes or technologies

• Highly skilled in use of MS Suite (Outlook Excel Word PowerPointSharePointetc)

• Travel occasionally up to 5-10% for key moments such as team summits training conferences etc. with increased frequency during peak periods based on business demands

Education:Bachelors degree inBusiness AdministrationAccountingFinanceor related degree

Compensation & Benefits

PowerSchool offers the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical Dental Vision Pharmacy benefits Life Insurance and AD&D)


• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts


• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability


• Comprehensive 401(k) plan


• Generous Parental Leave


• Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)


• Wellness Program including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance Identity Theft Protection Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $96900 - $126000 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicants skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures degrees and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

EEO Commitment

PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process please let us know by emailing