Senior Specialist, Finance Systems

Senior Financial Systems Specialist

New York

Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Systems Specialist to support our Finance Systems team with systems administration, budget management & analysis, and project oversight. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation and business acumen, and thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the reliability of our Finance systems, optimizing operational spending, and driving the successful delivery of technology initiatives across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Finance Systems Administration
• Oversee the administration, configuration, and maintenance of our Finance systems, infrastructure, and business applications (tools NetSuite, Coupa, Boomi, and related integrations).
• Manage user access, permissions, onboarding/offboarding, and license management across platforms.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and disruption.
• Maintain system documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Budget Management & Analysis
• Support the development, tracking, and reconciliation of IT capital (CapEx) and operating (OpEx) budgets.
• Partner with Finance and FP&A teams to ensure accurate cost forecasting, variance analysis, and budget reporting.
• Analyze spending trends and provide data-driven recommendations to optimize resource allocation.
• Assist in the preparation of budget proposals, business cases, and financial presentations for IT leadership review.
• Monitor vendor contracts, renewals, and expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Project Management
• Lead and support the planning, execution, and delivery of projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, risk registers, and status reports.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, vendors, and team members to ensure project milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Facilitate project meetings, document action items, and communicate progress to leadership and relevant departments.
• Apply project management best practices and frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) as appropriate to each initiative

Requirements:

• Must have experience as a systems admin for NetSuite
• 8+ years of progressive experience in finance systems administration, IT operations, or a related role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting IT budgets, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Proven track record of managing technology projects across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in information technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent).
• Experience working in a nonprofit, education, or multi-entity organizational environment.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and vendor management.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible.

Compensation Range

$130,000 - $150,000 USD

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.