Finance Business Partner

Overview

This role supports a portfolio of K–12 private schools as a Senior Financial Analyst. The position partners with school leaders to provide clear insights, disciplined planning, and actionable guidance to help drive strong financial performance and alignment with school goals.

Responsibilities

Finance Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary finance partner for a portfolio of schools, building trusted relationships with school leaders and staff
• Translate financial data into actionable insights to support decision-making
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities, guiding stakeholders toward solutions

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting processes for assigned schools in partnership with school leadership
• Develop and maintain accurate financial forecasts, including revenue, enrollment, expenses, and cash flow
• Conduct monthly close variance analysis, clearly explaining performance versus budget and forecast
• Monitor key drivers such as enrollment, tuition revenue, program margin, and staffing costs

Operational & Financial Oversight

• Ensure strong financial controls and adherence to organizational policies
• Support schools in tracking progress toward financial targets and operational goals
• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Stakeholder Support

• Address parent billing inquiries professionally and accurately
• Collaborate with school operations and administrative staff on financial matters
• Provide financial education and guidance to non-finance stakeholders

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or related roles
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multi-site operations (education, healthcare, retail, etc.)
• Familiarity with tuition-based or enrollment-driven business models
• Experience working with non-financial stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $110,000–$130,000 USD
  • Compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions.
• Benefits: Benefits package for eligible employees may include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Location & Work Authorization

• E-Verify Participation: ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Safeguarding & Background Checks

• This organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references, and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

• The organization is committed to strengthening an inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, or other demographic characteristics.
• Candidates who share the organization’s vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of the schools through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.