Finance Manager

The Learning Experience is a multi-unit Early Childhood Education Center with locations in NJ and PA seeking a Finance Manager. The Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and providing data-driven insights to support leadership. Responsibilities Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in QuickBooks Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable Reconcile bank and credit card accounts monthly Ensure proper categorization of expenses and income Support month-end and year-end close processes Coordinate with external accountants or tax professionals as needed Assist in the development of annual and monthly budgets Track actual spending against budget and identify variances Prepare rolling forecasts based on enrollment/revenue and expenses Flag budget risks or overages proactively Prepare monthly Profit and Loss statements Analyze revenue, expenses, and profitability trends Create financial summaries for leadership review Monitor financial performance by department or location Ensure reports are accurate, timely, and easy to understand Maintain internal financial controls and best practices Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies Assist with audits, reviews, or financial requests Maintain organized financial documentation Identify and apply for grants to support team, FF&E and unit development Partner with operations, HR, and leadership on financial needs Provide financial data to support strategic decisions Respond to finance-related questions from Center Directors or internal stakeholders Recommend process improvements and efficiencies Skills Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting 1-3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Solid understanding of basic accounting principles Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets High attention to detail and accuracy Strong organizational skills including ability to manage multiple projects/activities at a given time Comfortable with both quantitative and qualitative analysis; ability to leverage and organize data to support decisions Operate with a sense of urgency, ability to work under tight and sometimes competing priorities Exposure to P&L statements and forecasting Bachelor's (Preferred) Finance: 1 year (Required) Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Company Overview The Learning Experience, a leader in early childhood education and developmental offerings, has successfully created one of the most trusted brands in the childcare industry. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida, US, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is