Financial Analyst

Who We Are

Meeting Street Schools is a groundbreaking network of four South Carolina schools with a mission of "empowering children with the excellent, life-changing education they deserve." We were founded in 2008 to give hard‑working students the opportunity to receive an education that will transform their lives. We are ambitious in our commitment to families, and we expect the same in return. We value exceptional teaching, life‑changing student achievement, innovation and a growth mindset, and gratitude and responsibility.

We exist to change the status quo in education, and we seek individuals who strongly align with our mission. We look for those who refuse to compromise and see education as the gateway to opportunity. We hold high expectations for ourselves and our students. Our team strives to meet a bar of excellence, and we constantly challenge ourselves to get better and evolve our approach.

High performers and leaders are encouraged to apply.

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting Meeting Street Schools' financial planning and analysis functions. This position is responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports and forecasts, and providing insights that help inform strategic and operational decisions. Working closely with accounting, operations, and school leadership teams, this team member will monitor budgets and identify opportunities for improved financial efficiency and sustainability.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and technical skills with curiosity, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving. By partnering with leaders across the organization, this position will ensure financial planning advances both strategic goals and meaningful impact for the students, families, and communities we serve.

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance drivers across programs and departments
• Support the development and management of budgets, forecasts, and long‑range financial plans
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders, highlighting insights and key metrics
• Build and maintain financial models to support planning, decision‑making, and strategic initiatives
• Conduct profitability, cost, and investment analyses to guide resource allocation and operational efficiency
• Monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate organizational and departmental performance
• Partner with accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely financial data for analysis and reporting
• Assist in scenario planning, variance analysis, and evaluation of financial risks and opportunities
• Support internal and external reporting processes, ensuring data accuracy and clarity in presentation
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting capabilities

• A commitment to the mission and core values of Meeting Street Schools and an unwavering belief that all students can succeed
• Proactive and analytical, bringing strong quantitative rigor and a problem‑solving approach to financial analysis
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communicator and collaborator, skilled at translating complex data into actionable insights across teams

• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field is required
• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, planning, or related analytical roles
• Strong experience in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, including development and maintenance of dynamic planning models
• Solid understanding of GAAP; with Governmental & Fund Accounting experience
• Ability to interpret financial results and clearly communicate key insights to non‑financial audiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred
• Experience with cloud‑based ERP or financial systems (e.g., Intacct, Net Suite, Quick Books Online, or similar)