Originally founded as Harlem RBI, DREAM traces its beginnings to 1991, when a group of volunteers transformed an abandoned, garbage-strewn lot into two baseball diamonds for the youth of East Harlem. Over three decades later, we serve thousands of children across East Harlem and the Bronx through a network of free DREAM Charter Schools and afterschool and summer programming.

From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.

DREAM is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as Business Analyst . Reporting to the Senior Director of Educational and Business Strategy, the Business Analyst will work on financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and the preparation of key deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a key role in the development and implementation of the annual budget as well as high leverage reporting and strategic analyses.

This is an exciting growth opportunity for an early-career finance professional to manage high-stakes projects within a mission-driven environment.

Like all DREAM employees, the Business Analyst should demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of DREAM and should have substantial expertise in all areas of responsibility. Candidates must also value DREAM’s comprehensive approach to education and desire to make a lasting impact in underserved communities as part of a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Support in the development and implementation of the annual budget process;
• Manage DREAM’s procurement system and drive improvements in spend management practices;
• Manage preparation of financial statements as well as various other weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for internal and external circulation;
• Improve and manage financial models including cash flow, forecasting, and multi-year projections;
• Run and present scenario analysis;
• Manage all finance reporting requirements for DREAMs funding sources;
• Assist in the tracking of organizational strategic initiatives as well as key performance data;
• Conduct research to support business planning and financial forecasting;
• Additional analyses as required to support the Management Team on the financial and strategic dimension of decision making;
• Support other finance and strategy initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, with sufficient, rigorous quantitative coursework;
• 2+ years of experience in an analytical role;
• Demonstrated interest and experience in non-profit finance and strategy;
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to synthesize large amounts of data;
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities;
• Demonstrated experience in building financial models and preparing analytic communications;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to generate enthusiasm and confidence from others and lead to action;
• Collaborative team player;
• Balance between professional maturity and willingness to learn quickly in an entrepreneurial atmosphere;
• High energy, passion, and dedication;
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively;
• Demonstrated interest in DREAM’s mission and the not-for-profit sector generally.

Working Expectations

• The Business Analyst is part of the Finance team, which currently works 3 days in the office and up to 2 days remote, per week (subject to change, and with some weeks requiring more time in-person).