Business Analyst (Remote)

The LEARN Academy is focused on creating exceptional learning experiences for children with special needs. They are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst to enhance operational efficiency by analyzing staff resources and developing strategies for improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Gather and analyze relevant data related to staff allocation, workload, performance metrics, and operational processes
• Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement through in-depth data analysis
• Assess current staff allocation processes, workflows, and resource utilization strategies within the school business
• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for streamlining to enhance overall productivity
• Develop innovative solutions and recommendations to optimize staff allocation, workload distribution, and resource management
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of implemented changes
• Monitor and report on the impact of process improvements on staff efficiency, student outcomes, and business goals
• Interface with the FP&A team through financial preparation including monthly forecasts, annual budget planning, and monthly close, partnering closely with the accounting team, to provide accurate financial reporting
• Work with business owners to ensure they understand actuals and make updates to their forecasts accordingly
• Drive enhancements in financial reporting and analysis as well as accounting process improvement and alignment
• Help facilitate department budget preparation
• Work on requirements associated with acquisition integration
• Provide ad hoc analytical support and perform special projects as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• 2+ years' accounting experience in a fast-paced, growth environment
• Understanding of accounting principles
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting and financial data
• Strong excel skills, modeling skills and data analytic capabilities
• Analytic, detail-oriented, and inquisitive
• Must work well under pressure and within tight timelines and shifting priorities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Desire to take on increasing responsibility
• Detail oriented
• Deadline driven
• Inquisitive
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Performs well in a team environment
• Desire to learn