Cotulla Education · 3 hours ago
Strategic Finance Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
4+ years expCotulla Education is dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. We are seeking a strategic finance leader to drive high-impact financial initiatives, develop long-term financial strategies, and support leadership in evaluating growth opportunities including new campus launches and M&A.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead long-range financial planning in partnership with executive and campus leadership
Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate capital deployment opportunities, unit economics, and business case scenarios
Drive investment analysis and valuation for high-impact initiatives, including new site launches, program expansion, and acquisitions
Conduct financial due diligence and scenario modeling for potential acquisitions and expansion opportunities
Support post-transaction integration planning and financial tracking for acquired or launched campuses
Prepare investment memoranda and board-level materials in support of capital allocation decisions
Act as a trusted thought partner to campus operators and central leadership
Translate complex financial insights into clear recommendations and presentations for board members, investors, and cross-functional stakeholders
Provide strategic oversight on financial performance trends, key metrics, and initiative ROI
Identify areas for operational improvement and resource optimization, informed by analytical rigor and market context
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting
Strong financial modeling and Excel capabilities
Experience analyzing operating performance and supporting resource allocation
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare materials for executive stakeholders
Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational environment
Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism
Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting
Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills
Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams
Ability and willingness to travel locally and/or overnight for business purposes
Preferred
Prior experience in education, multi-site operations, or workforce development is a plus
CampusNexus experience is a plus
Benefits
401(k) and Matching: Secure your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy Health, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
Life Insurance: Peace of mind with life insurance options.
Parental Leave: Support for new parents during important life transitions.
Paid Time Off: Recharge with paid time off to promote work-life balance.
Retirement Plan: Additional options to help you save for retirement.
Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.
Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with financial support for further education.
Company
Cotulla Education
At Cotulla, we’re building a revolution in workforce education.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase