GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

My client, a well-established, mission-driven educational institution in Los Angeles is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Budget Manager to support its financial operations. This is a key leadership position, reporting directly to the Head of School and collaborating closely with both internal leadership and external financial partners.

The Budget Manager is responsible for overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, tuition assistance administration, enrollment contract management, and long-term fiscal planning. This role ensures financial compliance, accuracy, and alignment with the institution’s values and goals.

Oversee the full budgeting process, including annual planning, forecasting, and variance analysis

Prepare and present financial reports to leadership and relevant stakeholders

Manage annual enrollment contracts and tuition assistance processes

Support strategic planning and long-term financial sustainability

Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies

Supervise the Human Resources Manager and coordinate with external finance departments

Collaborate with department heads to support resource planning and decision-making

You are an experienced financial professional with a passion for both numbers and mission-driven work. You can analyze and interpret complex financial data, communicate insights clearly to diverse audiences, and thrive in a collaborative, values-based environment. You are highly organized, responsive, and maintain the highest standards of integrity.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or CPA preferred)

Minimum 5 years of experience in budgeting, financial management, or accounting, ideally within a nonprofit or educational environment

Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance

Strong analytical and organizational skills, with acute attention to detail

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

$100,000 - $120,000 a year

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