The Nature Conservancy - Providence, RI
posted 3 months ago
The Director of Finance will provide overall direction and leadership for Finance and Compliance functions within the Marketing and Communications (MAC) business unit of The Nature Conservancy (TNC), which consists of over 330 employees and manages an operating budget exceeding $50 million. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with a robust background in finance, risk management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader, capable of driving financial performance while maintaining the highest levels of integrity and ethical standards. They will serve as a solution-finder to support the goals of the MAC division, ensuring that financial operations align with the strategic priorities of the business unit. The Director of Finance will lead financial operations and ensure compliance across the division, identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks. They will develop processes and solutions to streamline operational requirements and policies that serve the MAC Division. Effective communication and guidelines will be established to ensure that relevant operational information is disseminated and adhered to. The Director will monitor financial performance, providing insights to drive decision-making and improve cost efficiency. They will work with teams to establish and track measures that indicate progress and success, engaging the leadership team in financial management and sustainability. In addition to overseeing general accounting duties, the Director will manage contracts and purchasing needs for the MAC Division, ensuring compliance with internal Standard Operating Procedures, contractual management, lobbying, and regulatory filings. They will reinforce consistency in the organization's policies and procedures, providing direction related to operations. The Director will also identify strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance requirements are followed in the implementation of marketing initiatives globally. They will oversee the full contractual cycle and serve as a subject matter expert, providing high-level operational guidance and processes, elevating risks, opportunities, and solutions as appropriate. The Director will establish a vision for their areas of responsibility, identify key challenges, and deliver targeted recommendations and outcomes, leading diverse activities and developing complex processes to improve effectiveness.