OFFICE LOCATIONArlington, Virginia, USAThe location of this position is flexible to all locations where The Nature Conservancy is registered to do business#LI-REMOTE#PDN - Professional diversity NetworkWHO WE AREThe mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - 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 TOGETHERThe Finance Manager provides private awards management and general financial, accounting, and information management services for global conservation teammates and leaders. This includes collaborating on proposals; developing budgets and forecasts in coordination with the Zero Conversion Commodities (ZCC) team and in-region finance peers; tracking and analyzing actuals and variances; maintaining and supporting accounting activities and system processes; preparing financial reports for staff and donors; coordinating payables, contracts, sub-awards, and other agreements; and ensuring that best practices and organizational policies and commitments are met accurately and timely. They will provide a high level of private grant management and reporting expertise. They will be a primary point of contact for complex grants across multiple business units within the Conservancy. They will provide financial guidance and assistance to Conservation Managers regarding proposals, grants, reporting, and budget management. They will also respond to complex employee/management questions and problems based on advanced subject area knowledge. The Finance Manager will expeditiously and courteously respond to or route inquiries from internal and external customers. The duties of the Finance Manager may expand to support additional aspects of global programs, as requested.WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOUThe Finance Manager Works toward meeting the program's strategic priorities by developing and coordinating tactics for approved plans and completing day-to-day tasks. The Finance Manager prepares financial reports for donors and manages the overall finances of initiatives in coordination with the project managers and workstream leads. The Finance Manager generates and analyzes monthly financial reports and data from the general ledger and other ad hoc financial reports, such as Labor Distribution Reports and monthly contract reports, and tracks spending rates. The Finance Manager ensures proper coding of expenses and that invoices are submitted and paid. The Finance Manager may review the financial reports of award sub-grantees. The Finance Manager prepares and delivers quarterly financial results and manages the project's forecast database and financial modeling. They prepare long-term financial sustainability analysis identifying funding needs and gaps, primarily on FTEs. They manage in coordination with in-region peers FTEs database, tracking projected allocation of the team across multiple sources of funds. They actively participate in grant proposals, including renewals and budget preparation. They prepare accounting forms and reports; such as journal entries, cash receipt recordings, and adjustments, including payment of invoices which may include review of expense reports. They support contract/grant management processes for private funding and ensure compliance with TNC policies and procedures. They reinforce consistency in the organization's policies and procedures and provide support related to the relevant field. They may participate in complex negotiations and assist in internal audits. They can handle confidential payroll information of staff. They will collaborate with finance peers in other geographies, particularly Latin America. This position may mentor other finance staff working on the project. They contribute to annual and multi-year budget planning per organizational guidelines. Some travel may be required, as well as flexibility with working hours.WHAT YOU'LL BRINGBachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field and four years of related experience or equivalent combination.Experience with relational databases and creating/managing moderate to complex Excel spreadsheets, workbooks, and financial models.Technical experience with general accounting practices and grants/award accounting issues.Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems and preparing customized reports.Experience with regulations related to grants and contracts.Experience with PowerPoint presentations to give cross-functional team financial presentations about the project.Experience working with cross-functional teams across multiple organizational levels.Experience working independently and jointly with colleagues on a team.Experience in full-cost budgeting.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSFluency in Portuguese is highly desirable.Non-profit accounting experience preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ease relating to diverse clients.Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.Experience in manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills and experience building effective relationships at all organizational levels.WHAT WE BRINGSince 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.SALARY INFORMATIONThis position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position in Arlington, VA is generally within the range of $81,800 - $110,600 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate's qualifications, specific skills, and experience.Job Family: Finance & AccountingInternal Job Code: 700039Salary Grade: 7APPLY NOWTo apply for job ID 54519, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ . Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected] Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.