The Learning Experience · 1 week ago
Finance Manager
Shrewsbury, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
1+ years expThe Learning Experience is a multi-unit Early Childhood Education Center with locations in NJ and PA seeking a Finance Manager. The Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and providing data-driven insights to support leadership.
Responsibilities
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in QuickBooks
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
Reconcile bank and credit card accounts monthly
Ensure proper categorization of expenses and income
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Coordinate with external accountants or tax professionals as needed
Assist in the development of annual and monthly budgets
Track actual spending against budget and identify variances
Prepare rolling forecasts based on enrollment/revenue and expenses
Flag budget risks or overages proactively
Prepare monthly Profit and Loss statements
Analyze revenue, expenses, and profitability trends
Create financial summaries for leadership review
Monitor financial performance by department or location
Ensure reports are accurate, timely, and easy to understand
Maintain internal financial controls and best practices
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
Assist with audits, reviews, or financial requests
Maintain organized financial documentation
Identify and apply for grants to support team, FF&E and unit development
Partner with operations, HR, and leadership on financial needs
Provide financial data to support strategic decisions
Respond to finance-related questions from Center Directors or internal stakeholders
Recommend process improvements and efficiencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
1-3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping
Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks
Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational skills including ability to manage multiple projects/activities at a given time
Comfortable with both quantitative and qualitative analysis; ability to leverage and organize data to support decisions
Operate with a sense of urgency, ability to work under tight and sometimes competing priorities
Exposure to P&L statements and forecasting
Preferred
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Finance: 1 year (Required)
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
The Learning Experience
The Learning Experience, a leader in early childhood education and developmental offerings, has successfully created one of the most trusted brands in the childcare industry.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Armand Troiano
Chief Financial Officer/Owner
Ronald T. Linares
Chief Financial Officer
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