Manager of Finance

Follow your passion Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens . We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children. Our Network office is located at 401 W. 218th St., New York, NY 10034. Our Network team follows a hybrid work schedule: we work in-person from our office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with optional remote days on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, if your team's scope of work permits. Deliver powerful results To achieve our vision, we are searching for a stellar Manager of Finance with a Bachelor's Degree and 2-3 years of work experience in finance, accounting, or consulting who is fueled by a passion for team success and continual improvement. Candidates with a background in quantitative analysis are highly encouraged to apply. The Manager of Network Financial Planning & Analysis leads the execution and day-to-day operation of FP&A processes for a defined scope (e.g., Network portfolios), overseeing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial performance management. This role reports to the Associate Director of FP&A and serves as the primary financial partner to Network budget owners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders A track record of building accurate financial models, reports, and tools that inform strategic decision-making Strong financial acumen across budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal control Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation Ownership over timelines and deliverables, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, scaling environment Comfort operating in ambiguity and wearing multiple hats on a lean team A collaborative mindset, with a genuine investment in team success and continuous process improvement Strong interpersonal communication skills and a positive attitude with the ability to translate financial concepts to non-financial staff Experience in quantitative analysis roles is a plus, but not required Responsibilities: Network Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the development, maintenance, and refinement of Network budgets and forecasts within assigned scope and standards ensuring usability for Network budget owners. Build and maintain financial models, ensuring accuracy, consistency and scalability Support the build-out and error-checking of the master assumptions file and consolidated budget file infrastructure, ensuring data accuracy. Reporting & Performance Management Lead routine financial planning, and perform standard and ad-hoc financial reporting in Cube (FP&A platform), ensuring dashboards and reports are accurate, timely, and surfacing relevant performance drivers and risks. Prepare first-draft budget vs. actual variance reports and root cause analyses for AD review, ensuring underlying data is accurate and findings are clearly organized. Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders Write and maintain SOPs for Network budget and reporting processes, ensuring institutional knowledge is codified and scalable as the organization grows. Stakeholder Partnership & Cross-Functional Coordination Serve as the primary FP&A partner for assigned teams, leading quarterly financial reviews and providing proactive financial