Boston, Massachusetts, USA

This is a hybrid in-person position with an expectation of at least 1 day per week in our Boston office.

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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."

Reporting to the State Director and as part of the Massachusetts Leadership Team, the Finance Manager is responsible for the administration, maintenance and reporting of all financial data related to conservation activities and programs of The Nature Conservancy in Massachusetts. The position performs finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial management. They work closely with the State Director, the Chapter's Leadership Team, and program managers to develop, monitor, manage and report on the $10.2m annual operating budget, capital projects and multi-year sustainability models. The Finance Manager acts as a strategic partner in advising how to best invest our resources towards our conservation objectives and collaborate with the Development team to manage funding priorities. The Finance Manager provides monthly financial review and oversight of accounts payable, financial transactions and revenue administration. They work closely with the chapter's program staff to review public and private funding proposals and awards to ensure proper recording, coding, compliance and required recordkeeping of public and private gifts.

Duties are highly confidential and require broad and comprehensive knowledge of Conservancy's policies. This position works closely with Finance, Accounting, Grants, and Operations staff in other chapters, as well as within the Conservancy's divisional and global offices.

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience in the administration, maintenance and reporting of financial data.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by working in a strategic role to create lasting change. Specific responsibilities include:

• Develops and manages annual forecasting & budgeting process, including production and presentation of financial plan to the Board of Trustees. Present chapter financial information to the Board Finance Committee on a quarterly basis.
• Manage and monitor chapter finances to ensure budget accountability, and compliance with all internal and external financial policies. Maintain chapter financial reports, including all general ledger statements. Complete journal entries, financial and payables adjustments, and cash receipting entries as needed.
• Act as advisor to the State Director and the Leadership Team on strategic and tactical management of financial issues and projections. Conduct analyses of chapter activities to highlight trends, issues, and other factors of interest to management in general operating and land financial management. Design and prepare ad hoc financial reports as needed for Board and staff.
• Work with staff to integrate forecasting and budgeting with program planning. Provide recommendations in organizational planning, policy development and strategy implementation. Provide reporting and guidance for financial management of conservation programs, strategies and preserves.
• Ensure compliance with donor intent. Coordinate closely with fundraising staff to meet the need for high-level accounting analyses and provide input on campaign tracking mechanisms, fundraising proposals, and strategy. Partner with Development staff to coordinate donor financial reporting and management of private awards.
• Oversee year-end closing of general ledger for Massachusetts, including coordination with development staff on adherence to donor intent during the revenue allocation process, and completion of year end analysis and journal entries.
• Manage all fiscal administrative tasks and requests including lobbying reporting, certifications of leases, pledges, depreciable assets, and land.
• With the Director of Operations & Culture, oversee chapter accounts payable process and approve payables. Work with Operations Coordinator to allocate expenses and ensure timely payments.
• Oversee chapter contractual agreements and public awards to ensure compliance. Work with Conservation Finance Coordinator to maintain auditable files, track agreements, and collect data for public award tracking in CRMS.
• Provide orientation and training in budgeting, accounting policies and procedures, grants administration, and financial analysis. Act as a resource to staff on financial issues.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 4 years' related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience with relational databases, accounting and financial reporting systems.
• Technical experience with grants award accounting issues and analysis.
• Technical experience with spreadsheet programs, general ledger reports and financial management tools.
• Experience with GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices and regulations.
• Experience, coursework or other training with U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance, state and local regulations, multilateral and international regulations, and standard contract clauses, as applicable.
• Experience with accounting/financial issues and analysis.
• Experience with government regulations related to grants and contracts.

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.

By joining our Massachusetts team, you will become part of a group that is a force to be reckoned with, a force for nature, a force for people, and a force for our planet. Our team consists of a dedicated group who are leading the conservation effort on multiple fronts and who expertly bring strategy and action together. The Massachusetts Chapter believes in flexibility and as such, team members are working in a hybrid model. This is a full time, hybrid position that may be based in the Boston Office or in a home office with the expectation of being in the Boston office once a week and as needed.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $85,000 - $103,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 56057, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The 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.

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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 applyhelp@tnc.org 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.