Finance Business Partner

International Schools Partnership Limited•Bellevue, WA

2d•$110,000 - $130,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support a portfolio of K–12 private schools. This role ensures strong financial performance and alignment by partnering with school leaders to provide clear insights, disciplined planning, and actionable guidance. The ideal candidate brings financial expertise, operational rigor, and strong relationship skills to help school leaders achieve their financial and strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field
5+ years of experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or related roles
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multi-site operations (education, healthcare, retail, etc.)
Familiarity with tuition-based or enrollment-driven business models
Experience working with non-financial stakeholders

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary finance partner to a portfolio of schools, building trusted relationships with school leaders and staff
Translate financial data into actionable insights to support decision-making
Proactively identify risks and opportunities, and guide stakeholders toward solutions
Lead annual budgeting processes for assigned schools, partnering closely with school leadership
Develop and maintain accurate financial forecasts (revenue, enrollment, expenses, and cash flow)
Perform monthly close variance analysis, clearly explaining performance vs. budget and forecast
Monitor key drivers such as enrollment, tuition revenue, program margin, and staffing costs
Ensure strong financial controls and adherence to organizational policies
Support schools in tracking progress toward financial targets and operational goals
Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Address parent billing inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
Collaborate with school operations and administrative staff on financial matters
Provide financial education and guidance to non-finance stakeholders