Private Awards Manager

Unclassified - Rapid City, SD

Full-time - Manager

Hybrid - Rapid City, SD

About the position

The Private Awards Manager at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) plays a critical role in the Private Awards Shared Services Team, which is essential for advancing TNC's goals of operational excellence and compliance in financial services related to private donations. This remote position, with a preference for candidates in Australia, Tanzania, or Kenya, involves overseeing a team of Private Award Specialists, managing financial data, and ensuring adherence to TNC policies and legal requirements. The role emphasizes collaboration with finance leadership and the development of efficient processes to support TNC's mission of conservation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the activities and personnel of a team of Private Award Specialists.
• Oversee finance and accounting activities related to Private Awards.
• Ensure compliance with TNC policies, legal frameworks, and financial best practices.
• Develop and coordinate tactics for achieving program strategic goals.
• Supervise and monitor workloads for team members.
• Report to leadership on team activities and program commitments.
• Collaborate with BU Finance Leadership to build effective relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration and 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience with GAAP, IFRS, and fund accounting principles.
• Technical experience with spreadsheet programs and financial management tools.
• Experience in financial interpretation and analysis.
• Experience recruiting, supervising, and developing staff.
• Professional proficiency in English (written and oral).

Nice-to-haves

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience.
• Experience with Insight Project Cost and Billing Module (PCB) or Workday.
• Technical expertise on complex accounting/financial issues.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance and international regulations.

Benefits

• Flexible work location within the Eastern Hemisphere.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.