Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Rocketship Public Schools

. Serve as a strategic financial partner to schools, regions, and the network organization .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $115,500 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting within the charter school sector, utilizing advanced Excel and financial reporting tools to drive strategic decision-making and stakeholder collaboration.

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Charter School Finance ExperienceBudgeting And ForecastingFinancial Analysis And ReportingAdvanced Excel ProficiencyAdaptive Insights Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudgetingRevenue ForecastingExpense ForecastingVariance AnalysisFinancial ReportingScenario PlanningGAAP UnderstandingData AnalysisAttention To Detail

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Adaptive InsightsExcelPowerPointFinancial SystemsData Analysis Tools

Industry Keywords

Charter SchoolFinancial Planning And AnalysisStakeholder CollaborationInternal ReportingExternal Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic financial partner to schools, regions, and the network organization
Analyze raw data to provide management with clear insights and actionable recommendations
Perform monthly budget-versus-actuals calculations, revenue and expense forecasts, variance analyses, and reporting
Participate in budgeting, including enrollment/attendance, revenue, and expense projections, and collaborate with stakeholders on the finalized board-approved budget
Analyze historical, current, and projected financial data for planning, forecasting, and management decision-making
Create multi-year financial scenarios for long-term planning and decision-making
Update five-year financial plans for charter petitions and renewals
Advance the integration of Adaptive Planning into FP&A workflows and identify process improvements
Perform ad hoc analyses for finance and leadership
Complete interim internal and external reports and submit them on time
Develop collaborative relationships with key organizational stakeholders
Monitor progress against goals, adjust plans, anticipate challenges, and develop solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of total professional experience and 3 years of relevant charter school finance or operational experience, including budgeting, monthly revenue and expense forecasting, interim internal & authorizer reporting, and multi-year scenario planning
Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
Commitment and passion for Rocketship’s mission, vision, and goals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, understanding of financial statements & GAAP
High level of intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, attention to detail, and accuracy
Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort with financial systems and data analysis tools
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently, collaborate effectively across teams, and interact effectively with all levels of management
Working knowledge of Adaptive Insights or a similar SaaS financial reporting tool
Proficiency in PowerPoint
Ability to work in a remote team environment with collaborative cross-functional working relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

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