Financial Analyst

Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting
- Collect, analyze, and report on school operating and financial data.
- Prepare and deliver regular financial reports including variance analysis to management and provide insights to support decision-making
- Develop and maintain complex operating models (Excel) for projecting trends,results and long-term planning..
- Maintain a set of benchmarks related to various aspects of school operations including comparable data from other appropriate schools.
- Prepare and maintain the annual budget in SAS’s financial platform
- Develop and formalize processes, communication and documentation required to accomplish analytical and reporting activities. Create, maintain and update policies, procedures, and documentation covering all processes and models developed.

Treasury and Cash Management
- Develop, review and update treasury policies in collaboration with management and investment advisory committee.
- Assist in managing administration of the investment portfolio including maintaining investment accounts and executing the approved investment plan.
- Develop and maintain a financial model for managing working capital cash flows and utilize this model to maximize funds available for investment.
- Review and monitor cash position and funding forecast, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
- Manage loan drawdowns to support Campus Upgrade Project and ensure timely settlement of financial transactions. Monitor compliance of covenants of loan agreement.

Other responsibilities
- Maintains strict confidentiality of all records, correspondence, etc. in a well organized and accessible manner.
- Relates courteously and effectively with students, parents, school personnel, district personnel, and community members as necessary.
- Remain available and willing to assist should an emergency situation arise.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance, Chief Financial & Operating Officer and/or Superintendent of Schools.

Skills/Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
- Audit experience at a Big 4 accounting firm preferred
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, investment management and financial analysis required
- Experience in developing financial models and forecasts preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google suite
- Familiarity with financial systems and ERP platform such as SAP S4 Hana preferred
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive results
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strategic and analytical thinking skills
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- High level of integrity, professionalism and demonstrated attention to detail
- Strong English language skills (both written and oral)