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Job Description

Reporting to the Lead of Account Management, the Creative Agency Finance and Operations Senior Associate will have a range of critical responsibilities to ensure the Success Academy Creative Agency runs efficiently and effectively. A successful candidate will combine excellent analytical and strategic skills to both optimize operational workflows and thoroughly plan and manage the agency budget.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proficient in financial planning and budget management
• Skilled in analyzing financial data and forecasting future financial needs to ensure the efficient use of budget
• Proficient with technology; knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
• Ability to develop and implement budgetary policies and procedures to maintain fiscal responsibility and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to handle large datasets efficiently and accurately, ensuring data integrity and generating actionable insights
• Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly articulating objectives, strategies, and expectations to team members and stakeholders
• Proven ability to identify areas for operational improvement and implement strategies to streamline processes and increase efficiency
• Experience working cross-functionally with different teams to streamline processes and improve overall operational performance
• Detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Desire and passion in working with a mission-driven organization

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the financial health of the Agency team including:
  • Annual budget planning and quarterly forecasting adjustments
  • Optimization and ongoing maintenance of financial tracking and reporting system
  • Partner with Agency leadership to plan and manage their respective budget line items
  • Open purchase orders and process invoices
  • Liaise with FP&A and Accounts Payable teams using Coupa, Vena and other platforms
• Onboard new vendors to our financial systems; oversee vendor payments, vendor relations, and contract renewals
• Audit, streamline and optimize operational workflows to enhance efficiency and productivity across the Creative Agency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement operational improvements and ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, proactively addressing potential issues to minimize project disruptions and maximize efficiencies
• Provide guidance and support to team members on operational best practices and procedures
• Lead individual projects and initiatives, with direction from the leadership team, that fall outside our standard campaign work (i.e. cultural initiatives, executive-level requests, vendor research and outreach, sector research, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Finance, or Accounting is preferred
• Experience in budget planning and management required
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets with a strong command of functions and formulas
• Experience in people operations and cross-functional project management is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and executing standardized business processes
• Experience in operations within a small or medium-sized team a plus
• Experience with Monday.com, Vena and Coupa a plus, but not required
• Ability to perform certain administrative tasks, such as scheduling larger meetings and completing expense reports

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at https://jobs.successacademies.org/working-here/.

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Our dual mission is to: Build exceptional, world-class public schools that prove children from all backgrounds can succeed in college and life; serve as a catalyst and national model for school reform, and help change public policies that prevent children from having access to opportunity.