Financial Analyst

Summary

Join Rocketship Public Schools as a Financial Analyst and participate in budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and reporting. You will analyze financial data, improve financial planning processes, and collaborate with stakeholders. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA preferred), 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial planning software is essential. The role offers a hybrid or fully remote work option and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years relevant finance experience, including monthly close, quarterly reporting & annual operating planning processes
• Commitment and passion for Rocketship’s mission, vision, and goals
• Strong understanding of financial statements & GAAP
• High level of intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment and manage deadlines accordingly
• Advanced Excel and modeling skills
• Strong analytical, organization and communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with all levels of management
• Working knowledge of Adaptive Insights or a similar SaaS financial reporting tool

Responsibilities

• Evaluate results to plan, drive variance analyses, and provide timely and accurate reporting to Finance, School leaders, and external stakeholders
• Participate in the monthly close, in partnership with Accounting
• Analyze historical, current, and projected financial data for use in planning, forecasting, and management decision making
• Help advance the integration of Adaptive Planning into FP&A’s daily workflow and identify areas for process improvement
• Perform various ad hoc analysis for finance and leadership
• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the organization

Preferred Qualifications

MBA preferred

Benefits

• Excellent health and wellness benefits
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Generous paid time off