Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Rocketship Public Schools is a non-profit network of public elementary charter schools dedicated to transforming the future for underserved communities. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our team and play a critical role in our financial strategy, budgeting, and long-term planning efforts.

Key responsibilities

• Perform monthly budget versus actuals calculations, revenue and expense forecasts, and provide detailed variance analyses for management and stakeholders.
• Lead the budgeting process by projecting enrollment, attendance, revenue, and expenses in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Analyze historical and projected financial data to support management decision-making and create multi-year financial scenarios.
• Update five-year financial plans for charter petitions and renewals while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Advance the integration of financial planning software into daily workflows and perform ad hoc analyses as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in charter school finance or operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial reporting software such as Adaptive Insights.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and the ability to manage large financial data sets with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams in a remote environment.

What we offer

• The opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on unleashing student potential.
• A collaborative and supportive remote work environment that values intellectual curiosity and professional growth.
• Exposure to high-level financial strategy and the chance to influence long-term organizational planning.