The Nature Conservancy - Providence, RI

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Remote - Providence, RI
501-1,000 employees
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About the position

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.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and monitor budget, forecast, sustainability, and strategic financial plans.
  • Provide timely and accurate financial reports and analysis to leaders.
  • Provide effective communications, guidance and advice, and oversee training programs related to finance and compliance.
  • Oversee general accounting duties, including journal entries, purchasing, processing invoices, and negotiating contracts with vendors.
  • Manage two or more administrative or professional staff, including training and professional development.
  • Manage diverse and complex systems to improve effectiveness and collaboration.
  • Conceive, design, and manage complex projects, ensuring program accountability.
  • Review and monitor income statements and balance sheets at month and year-end close.
  • Direct or participate in negotiations for complex agreements.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contract reviews, and negotiations as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with Conservancy policies and procedures, and financial standards.
  • Oversee compliance data and record management, including youth safety programs.
  • Ensure contracted vendors carry required insurance coverage and maintain appropriate documentation.
  • Make strategic decisions that may impact the organization financially or legally.
  • Manage strategic initiatives through collaboration with stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 3 years managing operations functions.
  • Financial/Accounting experience.
  • Experience generating financial reports and analyzing data.
  • Experience developing and administering departmental budgets.
  • Experience managing and supervising a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience developing, managing, and implementing multiple projects and strategic goals.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams across multiple organizational levels.
  • Fluent English is required for programs outside the United States.

Nice-to-haves

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences.
  • Effective training skills.
  • Excellent communication skills including presentations, conversations, and documents.
  • Experience managing a geographically dispersed team.
  • Experience managing contracts.
  • Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline.
  • Proficiency in synthesizing materials from multiple sources into a coherent summary.
  • Proficiency in working independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues.
  • Accounting degree and CPA certification preferred.
  • Non-profit GAAP accounting experience.
  • Understanding of best practices in non-profit management.

Benefits

  • Health care benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 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
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