Overview

OFFICE LOCATION

The location for this position is flexible within countries where The Nature Conservancy has an established office.

Open until filled

WHO WE ARE

The 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 TOGETHER

The Finance Associate, Global Climate provides specialized finance/accounting-related services to the Tackle Climate Change Team (Global Climate). They will provide specialized services in accounting or similar financial activities for a department or business unit. The finance associate is an expert in their area of specialization in finance and accounting. They administer and maintain finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial management.

The location for this position is flexible within countries where The Nature Conservancy has an established office. Salary is based on physical working location. No relocation assistance.

This is a two-year funded position with the possibility for extension based on deliverables and funding.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The Finance Associate, Global Climate will provide support on all financial operations for geographically dispersed teams with specific focus on day-to-day transactional support, monitoring and reporting multiple budgets to actuals, and other support for our private grant management and annual budgets.

Responsibilities to include:

  • Works in multiple financial systems and relational databases to attend to various requests and execute tasks as may be required.
  • Assists in detailed review, analysis and coding of invoices, expense reports, and transaction data for conservation teams.
  • Collaborates in the accurate processing of income, expenses, and transfers, as well as pulling monthly financial reports from the general ledger and other ad hoc financial reporting.
  • Performs all research, analysis and accounting adjustments needed for Private Awards management.
  • Support in preparing/processing various transactional accounting forms and reports, such as journal entries, cash receipt recordings, and adjustments.
  • Supports in donor and management financial reports and materials including budget/spend analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • May support in the management of multi-year, high value private grants including proposal budgets, monitoring, cost assignment, forecasting and reporting.
  • May manage special projects and/or requests that address key contract or financial issues.
  • May assist in the preparation of quarterly, semi-annual and annual budget reviews.
  • Ensures TNC policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met.
  • Reinforces consistency in the organization’s policies and procedures and provides support related to the relevant fields.
  • Assist in promoting financial stewardship, accountability and reliability.
  • Maintain high levels of confidentiality in relation to sensitive and confidential information and decisions.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 3 years’ related experience or equivalent combination.
  • Experience with GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
  • Experience using automated accounting systems.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to manipulate, analyze and interpret data. Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail, high level of accuracy in work products.
  • Experience with accounting/financial issues and analysis.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • Experience applying organizational skills, including establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • Technical experience with spreadsheet programs, general ledger reports and financial management tools.
  • Discretion and sensitivity handling confidential information.
  • Experience in developing high-quality “customer service” products.
  • Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role.
  • Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.
  • May require fluency in a specific foreign language(s) to support global operations.
  • Non-profit accounting experience.US government grants accounting experience may be preferred or required.

WHAT WE BRING

Since 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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work 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 of the health and well-being of the people we employ.