School Finance Business Partner

School Finance Partner | Direct Hire/Permanent Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Onsite) Compensation: $54,000 - $75,000 annually About the Role We are seeking a School Finance Partner to join a mission-driven team that is passionate about improving educational outcomes for students across the country. In this role, you will serve as a trusted financial advisor to schools, helping leaders make informed, proactive decisions that directly impact students and communities. This is not just a finance role"”it's an opportunity to be a strategic partner who ensures schools are empowered with the resources, compliance, and financial clarity needed to thrive. You'll work alongside a collaborative and high-performing finance team, supporting multiple schools and funding sources, while navigating both state and federal requirements. What You'll Do Partner with school leaders to develop, review, and manage school budgets that align with both strategy and compliance. Monitor and analyze spending across multiple funding sources to ensure sustainability, allowability, and program alignment. Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports, statements, and grant documentation using a variety of systems and platforms. Research, apply for, and manage grant funding opportunities, tailoring applications to unique school and student needs. Serve as a trusted liaison between schools, internal teams, state agencies, and other stakeholders. Identify challenges, recommend solutions, and support audits and compliance reviews as needed. Consistently provide exceptional customer service while balancing strict timelines and competing priorities. What We're Looking For (Must-Haves) Bachelor's degree required (Accounting, Business, or related field preferred). Background in business, accounting, or a closely related discipline. Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel with the ability to analyze and summarize large datasets. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Growth-minded, self-directed, and a strong collaborator who thrives in interdependent team environments. Nice-to-Have Skills Experience with grants or compliance reporting. Knowledge of federal/state funding guidelines in education or public sector. Familiarity with financial systems and data platforms. Prior experience advising stakeholders or leaders on budgetary matters.

Created: 2025-09-25