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Meeting Street Schools · 2 days ago

Financial Analyst

Charleston - Meeting Street Schools

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$75K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four South Carolina schools focused on empowering children with a life-changing education. The Financial Analyst will support financial planning and analysis functions by analyzing data, preparing reports, and providing insights to inform strategic decisions, while collaborating with various teams to improve financial efficiency and sustainability.

Charter SchoolsE-LearningEducation

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance drivers across programs and departments

Support the development and management of budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans

Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders, highlighting insights and key metrics

Build and maintain financial models to support planning, decision-making, and strategic initiatives

Conduct profitability, cost, and investment analyses to guide resource allocation and operational efficiency

Monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate organizational and departmental performance

Partner with accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely financial data for analysis and reporting

Assist in scenario planning, variance analysis, and evaluation of financial risks and opportunities

Support internal and external reporting processes, ensuring data accuracy and clarity in presentation

Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting capabilities

Qualification

Financial modelingBudgetingForecastingVariance analysisGAAP knowledgeMicrosoft ExcelData visualization toolsCloud-based ERP systemsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field is required

2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, planning, or related analytical roles

Strong experience in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, including development and maintenance of dynamic planning models

Solid understanding of GAAP; with Governmental & Fund Accounting experience

Ability to interpret financial results and clearly communicate key insights to non-financial audiences

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with cloud-based ERP or financial systems (e.g., Intacct, NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, or similar)