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Job Title: Business Finance Manager 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... This role is critical to ensuring strong financial stewardship , 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:  Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for individual schools and central operations, ensuring alignment with academic and operational goals.  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.  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.