Financial Analyst (Private School Operations)

Job Description

Job Description

Financial Analyst

Celebrate the Children, a private, state-approved school for students with alternative learning styles, is seeking a motivated and versatile financial professional to join our growing team. This newly created position offers the opportunity to bring your accounting expertise and organizational skills to a dynamic environment where flexibility, initiative, and collaboration are highly valued.

As a key contributor to our financial operations, you will play an integral role in supporting our mission of empowering students with diverse learning needs. This is a unique chance to shape and grow with a role as we continue to expand, offering professional development and the potential growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Director of Finance to prepare and manage the annual school budget.

Support all phases of budget administration, including forecasting and year-end analysis.

Coordinate financial audits and ensure compliance with federal, state, and NJDOE requirements.

Analyze spending reports and identify variances against budgets.

Maintain and update financial projections and recommend adjustments as necessary.

Create financial plans and forecasts.

Implement cost-control measures.

Maintain Federal, State, and NJDOE compliance at all times.

Oversee and / or conduct accounts payable (A / P) and accounts receivable (A / R) processes.

Identify / correct QuickBooks posting entry discrepancies.

Review and approve all third party contracts and lease agreements to ensure that they are up-to-date and meet NJDOE code.

Maintain and update cash flow models, including a three-year outlook, to ensure fiscal solvency and accountability. Prepare transparent financial reports on spending, accounts receivable and other key analyses.

Monitor capitalized expenses and update depreciation schedules.

Prepare or assist in completion of required quarterly and annual NJDOE reports.

Provide banking institutions with the required quarterly and annual financials required per the covenants of the mortgage and line of credit agreements.

Collaborate on process improvements, including internal controls and compliance measures.

Prepare detailed financial reports as needed.

Review third-party contracts and lease agreements for compliance with NJDOE codes.

The above list highlights primary responsibilities but it is not all-encompassing. This list may be modified or additional tasks may be assigned as the role evolves to meet the needs of the organization.

Expectations

Analyze financial data to identify challenges and develop strategic solutions.

Demonstrate a superior analytical mindset and financial acumen.

Strong command of the principles and practices of financial accounting and reporting procedures consistent with statute, code, and GAAP requirements.

Exhibit professionalism and collaborate effectively with co-workers, customers, and vendors.

Maintain strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Show initiative and a willingness to expand responsibilities as the role evolves.

Required Qualifications :

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial or accounting roles.

Supervisor or Management Experience.

Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.

Experience processing payroll.

Bonus :

Experience in NJDOE private school accounting.

Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now (Payroll and Time & Attendance).

Experience presenting at Board of Directors’ Meetings