Accounting & Finance Analyst

About Gulliver Preparatory School

Gulliver is a leading school of distinction, founded in 1926 and rooted in a century of educational excellence. To this day, our mission remains unchanged: to create an academic community devoted to educational excellence, with a personal touch, that fulfills each student’s potential. Our dedicated educators are at the heart of this mission, as they empower our students to think, create, and grow with purpose, connecting the classroom to the real world, and preparing them for what’s next. At Gulliver, we believe that success is not just what students achieve, but also who they become, and the role they play in shaping the future.

Rooted in the spirit of Miami, Gulliver embodies the city’s energy and innovation to create a learning environment that’s dynamic and future-facing. We aspire to be a national model for teaching and learning, where the intellectual curiosity of educators and students drives creativity, discovery, and the highest levels of achievement in the classroom, in our community, and beyond.

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Position Overview

The Finance & Accounting Department at Gulliver Prep is currently seeking to hire an Accounting & Finance Analyst to join our team of professionals. The Accounting & Finance Analyst position will be responsible for processing the bi-weekly payroll and supporting core finance and accounting functions such as forecast reporting, analytical support, process improvements and compliance. This role will be responsible to help ensure accurate financial operations, effective budget oversight, and timely reporting across the school.

Essential Primary Duties:

• Process the bi-weekly payroll, including calculating, withholding and disbursing wages and benefits to ensure accuracy and compliance, while adhering to internal controls.
• Interprets financial information, identifies issues requiring attention, and recommends process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal control compliance.
• Analyzes financial data, trends, and variances, and prepares reports, summaries, and recommendations for management and departmental leaders.
• Collaborates with departments across the school to support budget oversight, improve financial visibility, and promote adherence to budget guidelines.
• Supports the Director of Finance & Accounting in the execution of accounting and financial operations, including financial reporting, special projects, report requests, and other departmental priorities.
• Develops and maintains financial reports, dashboards, and analytical tools in Excel and Power BI to support decision-making.
• Supports month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet reviews, and the preparation of supporting schedules.
• Assists with departmental budget development, monitoring, and forecasting, including the review of spending patterns and identification of variances.
• Reviews general ledger activity and assists in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Reviews accounts payable activity for accuracy, appropriate coding, proper approvals, and compliance with internal controls; investigates and resolves exceptions.
• Maintains organized financial records and documentation to support internal and external audits.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
• Two years of experience in accounting, finance, financial analysis, or a related area.
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, budget support, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required, experience with Power BI preferred.
• Experience evaluating financial data, identifying variances, and supporting management decision-making.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and develop meaningful recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and present financial information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency across the Finance Department.
• Customer-service mindset with a willingness to support teams across the organization.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Level II Fingerprint Screening(s), and Drug screen.

Gulliver is deeply committed to the principles of equity and diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community for all faculty and staff. Gulliver is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.