Sr Financial Analyst - Programs

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The Sr. Financial Analyst - Program will focus on planning and analyzing revenue, developing analytics for revenue streams, and conducting scenario planning to support financial decision-making. Beyond creating financial reports, the role involves analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing insights contributing to the company’s growth and profitability. This role will also assist in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting on top-line performance to enhance strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is adaptable, eager to learn, and capable of applying core financial principles to solve complex challenges while driving impactful decision-making.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate revenue opportunities, including tuition subsidies, grants, federal food programs and other strategic initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including the Subsidy Team, Grants & Funding Compliance, and Food Services to ensure alignment on financial strategies, compliance requirements, and program profitability.
• Conduct scenario modeling and risk analysis to assess the financial impact of market changes, competitor performance, and economic trends.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, summarize insights, and provide actionable recommendations to drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and evaluate business cases for new programs or pilot initiatives, providing recommendations for scaling or optimization.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and school-level impacts.
• Support month-end close activities by reconciling financial metrics, preparing reports, and analyzing performance trends.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor financial health and operational performance.
• Provide financial literacy training and technical support to colleagues, fostering a culture of informed decision-making.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or related field required.
• 5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a similar role.

Skills and Abilities Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers.
• Capable of working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Effective communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal.
• Proficient time management, organizational skills, and ability to meet established deadlines.
• Flexible and open to change, especially in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
• Ability to plan for the future and setting long-term goals while anticipating potential challenges.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions quickly.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Skilled in PowerBI, APT, or similar tools.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and internal teams. 
• Background in multi-unit operations, retail, or education is preferred but not required.
• Critical thinker with adaptability, collaboration skills, and a commitment to driving results.

Travel:

5%

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation based on position, education and experience. Bi-weekly paid. 
• Base salary range: $95,000 - $100,000
• This position is also eligible for our Support Central bonus program which is based on annual achievement of company performance.

Health and Wellness Benefits:

• Employees are eligible for a variety of health and welfare benefits based on their Full-time or Part-time status on their date of hire, which include medical, dental, vision, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pre-paid legal, pet insurance and identity theft protection.
• Employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan after 30 days of employment. Participating employees are also eligible to receive a company provided match on their elective deferrals once they reach 1 year of employment with the company.

Employee perks/discounts:

• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement 
• Childcare discount available to all employees
• Corporate partner Discounts
• This position is eligible for paid time off.  All Corporate employees are enrolled in our Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan.  This plan allows for flexibility and discretion between employees and managers in taking time off - with no set accrual for vacation or sick time. Employees can use Flexible PTO for any reason and is compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Work Act.
• Applications accepted through 10/24/2025.

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $95,000 - $100,000