Finance Operations Analyst
IPS Enterprises
Role Mission : The Finance Operations Analyst supports schools, regional teams, and national IPS leadership to achieve financial and operational goals. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and systems skills, along with the ability to manage information, meet deadlines, and develop creative solutions. The ideal candidate is adaptable, collaborative, and proactiveable to balance competing priorities, work across teams, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Ownership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential.
Supervisory Responsibilities : The Finance Operations Analyst will directly manage :
- Regional Business Clerks (1-3 per region)
Location : This is a remote position with preference given to candidates who live in Florida or Ohio. This position involves working closely with team members in multiple time zones. Regular meetings and collaboration will be required, so you will need to be flexible in your schedule to accommodate different time zones. The primary work hours will be between 8 AM and 5 PM ET, with flexibility to work outside of these hours when needed to collaborate with other teams.
Compensation : Salaries for people entering this role typically start between $68,000 and $80,000 commensurate with relevant qualifications and experience. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organization goal attainment.
What Youll Do Accountabilities
Essential Duties :
Process Design : Support design and user roll out for procurement to pay platform and develop subject matter expertise in system administrationRFP / Bid process :Contribute to contract requirements and competitive procurement including BID / RFP process for IPSAssist with organizing and tracking data for all awarded RFP / BIDDevelop and deliver training related to vendor contract requirementsMaintain communication with other campus / department managers around RFP / BID process and updates as neededVendor lifecycle and management support :Build and implement vendor and contract lifecycle plan for IPSeSupport selection and negotiation of vendor contracts, pricing, and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities towards savings by utilizing negotiation and procurement best practices in line with internal policy and best practiceSupport vendor escalations, resolution, and contract conclusionCommunicate with vendors to ensure all invoices include appropriate contract numbers and required informationOperations :
Lead information management and records documentation in existing systems and new systems in progressParticipate in weekly check-ins and team meetings and report on project plans, strategy for improvements, and tactical deliverablesAct as liaison between campuses, national departments, and vendors, ensuring all contracts are approved by the required individuals or groups in a timely, efficient, and compliant mannerPlay critical role in contract execution, gathering signatures and storing contracts in team systemsMonitor for responsible vendor relationsManagerial Responsibilities :
Manage workflows, training, and functional responsibilities for Florida Business ClerksCheck in weekly or bi-weekly, as needed, with each business clerkManage any personnel issues in partnership with human resources, National team, and campus leadershipLead support community for issue identification, resolutionCollaborate with team on just-in-time and professional development calendar beginning spring 2026 and onward, aligned with IPS Finance Policy and IPS procurement to pay systemsPartner with the National IPS VP of Finance to build capacity in budgeting, forecasting, and managing campus operational budgetsSpecial Projects :
Procurement stabilization and support during systems transitions :Purchase goods, materials, equipment, or services in line with IDEA policy as needed on behalf of regionsObtain additional quotes and documentation as needed to ensure contract complianceLead RFC (request for check) review and executionProvide close intervention as needed for urgent procurement needsProvide updates and reports when required on special projectsDevelop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance, reduce cost, and work towards a strategy of continuous improvementWork collaboratively and negotiate and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies, and initiatives and advise of impact of change on purchasing and production activitiesProvide continuous improvement sessions for purchasing colleagues by gathering trend data for quarterly trainings and summer instituteTake an active leadership role in Beginning of Year committees related to purchasing and attend of all meetingsAdd support for annual campus budgeting by helping identify and source potential contracts that will be executed by campus / departments and assist with incorporating contracts during the budget planning processQualifications :
Bachelors degree; accounting, business administration, or economics preferred.2-3 years experience in procurement, process management, and operations required. 5 years experience preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.Knowledge of non-profit procurement practices required.Prior charter school experience strongly preferred.Knowledge and Skills :
Knowledge of basic accounting procedures, purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipmentAbility to build, organize, and refine filing systems, project management tools, andAbility to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and word processing filesStrong math, analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essentialDetail oriented, entrepreneurial, team playerComputer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Application process :
Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
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