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　　Arlington, Virginia, USAThis is a fully remote role that can be locatedanywhere within the United States. #PDN#LI-Remote

　　WHO WE ARE

　　The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands andwaters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, wedevelop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world\'s toughestenvironmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our workis guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity andrespect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding missionto career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons tolove life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talentplaylist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.One ofTNC\'s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment sothat employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel thattheir unique contributions are valued. We know we\'ll only achieve ourmission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects thecommunities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent andskills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take aholistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience inaddition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Pleaseapply - we\'d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC,\"you\'ll join for the mission, and you\'ll stay for the people.\"

　　WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

　　The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in our newly implementedJournal Entry Shared Services Team which is a key component of theAccounting Center of Excellence (\"ACE\"). The establishment of theShared Services is to support the advancement of TNCs goals: sharpeningour focus, strengthening our culture, and driving operationalexcellence. This role will have the opportunity to support organizationwide operational excellence through optimization of people, processes,systems, and compliance via performing and delivering core financeservices/workstreams in accounting. ACE sits within the central FinanceBusiness Unit (BU), which will allow for more standardized processes,creation of more efficiencies and synergy across the core financeservices/workstreams.Specifically, the Accounting Manager will drive andexecute results in the new Shared Services Team of ACE, includingoverseeing the finance and/or accounting activities of a team of JournalEntry Senior Accountant(s). The role will partner with ACE leadershipand liaise with BU finance leaders to provide guidance and financesupport for journal entries.Position location is flexible within theUnited States.The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing theactivities and personnel within the Accounting department, concentrationon the Journal Entry Shared Service Team. Generally responsible for themanagement, maintenance and reporting of financial data and/or themonitoring of management controls and processes to ensure compliancewith TNC policies and procedures, relevant legal and regulatoryframeworks, and financial/management best practice.RESPONSIBILITIES &SCOPE Manages functional activity towards program\'s strategic goals.Works toward meeting the strategic priorities of the program bydeveloping and coordinating tactics for approved plans, completingand/or overseeing day-to-day tasks. Implements and manages newinitiatives. Manages and implements multiple projects. Ensures theprogrammatic work is collaborative and well-integrated acrossorganization. Works within a budget, negotiating and contracting withvendors. May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff.Ensures programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financialstandards and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance.Reinforces consistency in the organization\'s policies and proceduresand provides support related to relevant field. May manage orparticipate in complex negotiations. Reports to leadership onactivities.

　　WE\'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

　　Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embodya philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like youare making a difference every day. We\'re looking for someone withstrong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. Theideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaborationskills and experience in accounting management and personnel. This is anexciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission ofconservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

　　WHAT YOU\'LL BRING

　　Bachelor\'s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration and5 years\' related experience or equivalent combination. Experience withaccounting principles, practices and regulations. Experience recruiting,supervising and developing staff. Experience with GAAP and fundaccounting principles, practices, and regulations. Experience workingwith teams across the organization.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Multi-lingualskills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated. Technical expert oncomplex accounting/financial issues. Advanced expertise in MicrosoftExcel. Experience monitoring for and ensu