Finance Manager

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor.

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Finance Manager is a key member of the operations team and reports to the Deputy Director, Finance and Operations. They provide accounting, financial and operational support to help advance the conservation programs of the Connecticut Business Unit (CTBU). Responsibilities range from budgeting and reporting assistance to office administration and coordination. They are service-oriented, have strong organizational and systems skills, and possesses the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A positive attitude is essential.

The role and responsibilities are as follows:

• Provide specialized services in financial management and reporting; accounting; private award administration, management and reporting; for CTBU.
• Administer and maintain finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial management.
• Assist the Deputy Director, Finance and Operations in developing annual budget and quarterly forecast, performing accounting activities for year-end closing, monitoring and maintaining all financial information, producing month-end reports and analyses, and preparing journal entries.
• Monitor monthly accounting reports and key asset and liability account balances, monitor endowment and loan balances and provide recommendations related to finances in the overall organizational planning, policy development and implementation.
• Provide orientation and training in budgeting, accounting policies and procedures, grants administration, and financial analysis. Act as a resource to staff on financial issues.
• Communicate monthly via ad-hoc reports and analysis to program leaders and serve as a liaison between CTBU and TNC’s Worldwide Office to ensure accurate processing of income, expenses and transfers.
• Take specialized training to become CTBU’s Certified Contract Specialist who is knowledgeable in TNC agreement process and assist staff in drafting, processing and managing contracts for CTBU.
• Provide back-up administrative assistance for the CTBU and responsible for various operational activities.

This is a hybrid position based out of the New Haven, Connecticut office.

We’re Looking for You:

As a key Operations team member for the Connecticut Business Unit of The Nature Conservancy, the Finance Manager plays a lead role in providing finance, accounting, and administrative services in support of conservation outcomes. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience in management of controls and reports of a business unit. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 3 years' related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience with accounting/financial issues and analysis.
• Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems.
• 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.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!