Business Finance Manager

Job Title: Business Finance Manager: K–12 Schools

Location: Noida

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a mission-driven Business Finance Manager to lead financial planning,

analysis, and strategic support for our network of K–12 schools. This role is critical to

ensuring strong financial stewardship across our schools, enabling data-driven decisions

that directly impact student success and operational sustainability. The ideal candidate is

a proactive problem-solver with deep financial acumen and a passion for education.

Key Responsibilities:

 School Budgeting & Forecasting:

Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for individual schools and

central operations, ensuring alignment with academic and operational goals.

 School Support & Business Partnering:

Act as a financial advisor to school principals, regional leaders, and operational

staƯ. Help interpret financial data, manage budgets, and make informed decisions

aligned with each school’s objectives.

 Financial Reporting & Analysis:

Develop monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and variance

analyses at the school, regional, and organizational levels. Provide actionable

insights to improve financial performance and resource allocation.

 Capital & Facilities Planning Support:

Provide financial guidance for facility investments, capital budgeting, and long-term

maintenance planning across school sites.

 Process Improvement & Compliance:

Streamline financial processes, improve forecasting tools, and ensure compliance

with relevant education finance policies and regulatory guidelines.

 School and Business Unit Support:

Support P&L ownership, cost control, and strategic investment decisions.

 Cross-functional Collaboration:

Partner with operations, legal, and external consultants to drive operational and

strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related

field. CA preferred.

 3+ years of progressive experience in business finance or FP&A, ideally within the

education sector.

 Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial

stakeholders.

 High proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with tools such as

Power BI, Tableau, or education ERP systems (e.g., SchoolCanvas, Tally, etc,) is a

plus.

 Strong leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Us:

 Play a key role in shaping financial strategies that directly impact student outcomes.

 Join a mission-driven team committed to educational equity and excellence.

 Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.

 Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in

the education sector.