Manager, Business Operations at TNTP in Remote

Manager, Business Operations  

Flexible Location 

WHO WE ARE 

TNTP is the nation's preeminent education nonprofit that brings research, policy, and consulting together to meet the needs and aspirations of young people, families, communities, and the nation. We are educators, researchers, and innovators working to ensure every young person has the chance to reach their full potential, every educator and leader is set up for success, and every community has the resources necessary to connect young people to paths of opportunity. 

We work at every level of the PK-12 system, side by side with educators, system leaders, and communities across 41 states and more than 4,000 systems nationwide to reach ambitious goals for student success. Our vision pushes beyond school walls, catalyzing cross-sector collaboration to create pathways for young people to achieve academic, economic, and social mobility.  

Learn more about us, what we do, and working here.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

The Strategy and Business Transformation division collaborates to ensure the long-term health of our organization. We partner across divisions to determine how TNTP can sustainably scale its impact in line with its strategic plan, focusing on cross-functional operational, strategic, and financial priorities. Within this division, the Business Operations team provides strategic advising, analysis, and operational leadership in service of TNTP’s revenue and impact goals.  

As Manager, Business Operations you will oversee and support day-to-day operational, revenue, and financial processes by managing Salesforce opportunities, forecasting and budget tracking, contract and invoicing coordination, and cross-functional data integrity across systems to ensure accurate, timely delivery of fee-for-service and grant-funded work. 

RESPONSIBILITES:  

-Managing day-to-day business operations processes that support TNTP’s fee-for-service and grant-funded work, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and data integrity across systems.  

-Supporting Salesforce (CRM) opportunity management for assigned portfolios, including creating and maintaining opportunities, entering and updating budgets, uploading documentation, and ensuring completeness and accuracy of data.  

-Supporting pipeline and revenue forecasting activities by reviewing and updating opportunities, preparing forecast materials, conducting preliminary budget to actuals analysis, and entering data into financial planning systems.  

-Partnering with revenue and finance teams to support contract setup and invoicing, including reviewing simple contracts for alignment with accounting guidelines for revenue recognition and ensuring accurate handoff of contract and invoice details.  

-Monitoring grants spending and accounts receivable, flagging risks or concerns, compiling invoicing documentation, and supporting aging follow-up on outstanding receivables as needed.  

-Serving as a cross-functional partner to colleagues in revenue, finance, and program teams to ensure consistency and transparency across Salesforce, Workday, and other systems of record, including working across levels of hierarchy and both internal and external environments.  

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS 

-Ability to plan and execute smooth operations, work within established systems, develop project plans, and support implementation across multiple workstreams.  
-Experience managing competing deadlines, adapting to shifting priorities, and attending to detail while balancing multiple projects.  
-Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial or operational data and communicate insights clearly to a range of stakeholders.  
-Experience working across enterprise systems (e.g., CRM, financial planning, grants management) with accountability for data quality and follow-through.  
-Ability to work autonomously, collaborate across teams and levels, and manage up effectively.  
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required; experience with Salesforce and financial systems such as Workday or Adaptive preferred.  
-Professional fluency in English required.  

COMPETENCIES: 

-Strategic Prioritization: You prioritize, monitor, and complete work aligned to contract and organizational goals while managing competing deadlines and anticipating challenges.  
-Motivating and Influencing: You influence yourself and others by communicating clearly, listening actively, and adapting your approach to different audiences.  
-Cross-Cultural Agility: You demonstrate self-awareness, embrace multiple perspectives, and contribute to a culture centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  
-Constant Learning: You actively seek feedback, share knowledge, and continuously build your skills to strengthen impact.  
-Supporting Sustainability: You support client and partner work by ensuring strong operational foundations that advance TNTP’s mission.  

WHAT WE OFFER 

The salary range for this position is $58,675 - $88,012. New hires can typically expect a starting salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint ($58,675.00-$73,343.50), in alignment with experience, qualifications, and our commitment to equity in compensation.    

TNTP also offers a compelling overall Total Rewards package, including competitive mid-market salaries, generous PTO, and comprehensive benefits, with a range of plans and programs designed to support the physical, mental, and financial wellness of employees and their dependents. We suggest learning more about our benefits! (Spoiler alert: we’re closed the last two weeks of December). 

We also ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation for the interview process. Email talent@tntp.org to request accommodation.   

HOW TO APPLY  

Submit your resume online through Workday. In your application, we will also ask you to answer brief questions about your interest in TNTP; your “why” matters to us!  

The priority application deadline for this position is 5/22/2026, though we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

If you’re eager, you can preview here what to expect after you apply, and we’ll be in touch soon!   

#LI-REMOTE  

Position Type:

Regular

TNTP is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. TNTP does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record, conviction record, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of TNTP, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering all personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.  

Applicants for employment with TNTP must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.