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Staffingine LLC

School Finance Partner

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

School Finance Partner Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI Job Type: Full-Time * Work collaboratively with school leadership and other supporting departments to develop, review, and adjust school budgets ...

Vertex Education

School Finance Analyst

Chandler, AZ · On-site

The School Finance Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial health and sustainability of partner schools by providing accurate, timely, and actionable financial information that informs ...

Vertex Education

School Finance Analyst

Chandler, AZ

The School Finance Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial health and sustainability of partner schools by providing accurate, timely, and actionable financial information that informs ...

Vertex Education

$90 - $120/hr

Lead completion of all reports and compliance documents or review reporting by Compliance Analyst/School Finance Analyst/Associate School Finance Analyst. * Serve as primary client management contact ...

Vertex Education

Senior School Finance Manager

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$105K - $143K/yr

Lead completion of all reports and compliance documents or review reporting by Compliance Analyst/School Finance Analyst/Associate School Finance Analyst. * Serve as primary client management contact ...

Vertex Education

Senior School Finance Manager

Chandler, AZ

$107K - $146K/yr

Lead completion of all reports and compliance documents or review reporting by Compliance Analyst/School Finance Analyst/Associate School Finance Analyst. * Serve as primary client management contact ...

Vertex Education

Senior School Finance Manager

$111K - $152K/yr

Lead completion of all reports and compliance documents or review reporting by Compliance Analyst/School Finance Analyst/Associate School Finance Analyst. * Serve as primary client management contact ...

Tangipahoa Parish School System

LA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for school finance in the United States is $92,631.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A School Finance job involves managing a school's budget, financial planning, and funding to ensure resources are allocated effectively. Responsibilities may include overseeing payroll, tracking expenses, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Professionals in this role work closely with administrators to support fiscal responsibility and long-term financial stability. Strong analytical, budgeting, and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

What are the primary responsibilities of a school finance professional?

As a school finance professional, your daily tasks often include preparing and monitoring budgets, processing payroll, handling accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with both district and state financial regulations. You will frequently collaborate with administrators, school boards, and department heads to forecast financial needs and allocate resources. Additionally, you may be responsible for generating financial reports, managing grant funding, and assisting with audits. This role requires balancing routine financial operations with the strategic planning needs of the educational institution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a school finance position?

To thrive in School Finance, you need a solid understanding of budgeting, accounting principles, and financial reporting, typically supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with financial management software, spreadsheets, and state or district-specific school finance systems is often required, and certifications like CPA or SFO (Certified School Finance Officer) can be advantageous. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication are important soft skills for managing complex budgets and working with diverse stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate financial oversight, compliance with regulations, and effective resource allocation in the education sector.

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School Finance Partner

National Heritage Academies

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

National Heritage Academies rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

469th of 635 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Summary:

The School Finance Partner at National Heritage Academies (NHA) focuses on being an active part of a high-functioning, fast-moving team and plays a critical role in supporting school and student needs. This position will report directly to the Manager of School Finance in the Financial Services group and will monitor, analyze and advise on budget decisions for multiple funding sources with our schools. To be successful in this position, you will need to be a motivated and knowledgeable problem-solver, monitor spending and reporting as it relates to budget, have top-notch organizational and time-management skills, driven to actively seek out information, have a passion for customer service, and possess a strong combination of both technical and interpersonal skills.


Company Information:

National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with communities to build and operate public charter schools. Founded in 1995, today NHA serves over 100 schools in nine states, with more than 65,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Our schools are designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in college, career, and life. A majority of our schools consistently outperform their local district on the state test. According to the Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, NHA is a leading performer among charter schools and management organizations, outperforming both conventional district schools and other charter school operators. In addition, according to our employee survey, over 90% of respondents agree that the work they do is meaningful to them. Join our team.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively with school leadership and other supporting departments to develop, review, and adjust school budgets; provide regular and timely updates on spending to allow for proactive decision making as it relates to school business.
  • Evaluate and monitor spending against school budgets for sustainability, allowability, and program alignment.
  • Responsible for timely and accurate reporting of financial statements, spending as it relates to budget, and student record information through the use of multiple company and state data, financial, and grant system platforms.
  • Acquire and maintain expertise regarding applicable federal, state, local laws, and accounting rules and regulations.
  • Advocate for schools' needs with departments of education, school boards and chartering authorizers.
  • Communicate clearly to teammates, schools, vendors, Service Center departments, and state departments of education while providing excellent customer service.
  • Assess complex situations and provide solutions both independently and through a comprehensive team approach.
  • Assist with programmatic and financial audits as needed.
  • Adhere to strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
  • Additional duties as assigned.
     


Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required; accounting, business or related field is preferred.
  • Experience in business, accounting, or related field.
  • Experience working in interdependent teams requiring strong collaborative skills.
  • Self-directed, highly motivated, growth minded.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
  • Proven ability to analyze and summarize large amounts of data for customers.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at a time and adhere to strict timelines and due dates.
     


This is an in-person position at our NHA Service Center located at 3850 Broadmoor Ave., Grand Rapids, MI.
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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

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