Financial Specialist

The Nature Conservancy

. Provide specialized financial management services including accounting, budgeting, reporting and private award administration .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,682 - $75,650 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management services, including accounting, budgeting, and reporting, while ensuring compliance with TNC policies and GAAP standards. Proficient in data analysis and financial reporting systems, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

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Bachelor's Degree In FinanceAdvanced Microsoft ExcelGAAP KnowledgeWorkday ExperienceNon-Profit Accounting Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ManagementBudget PreparationData AnalysisAccounting PrinciplesFinancial ReportingJournal EntriesTax FilingsCompliance ManagementPrivate Award AdministrationFund Accounting

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAttention To DetailAbility To Meet DeadlinesCommitment To Equity And Inclusion

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayAccounting SystemsFinancial Reporting Systems

Industry Keywords

TNC PoliciesFinancial StandardsLegal RequirementsMulti-Cultural ExperienceBackground Screening

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide specialized financial management services including accounting, budgeting, reporting and private award administration
Administer and maintain finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies, procedures and best practices
Provide assistance to finance colleagues, budget managers, contracts and grants partners, and other functional staff
Respond to moderately complex employee and management questions and problems
Coordinate multiple projects and deliverable outcomes on a timely basis
Prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports
Communicate financial information to project staff
Prepare journal entries and other financial transactions
Maintain business unit financial data, including journal entries, adjustments and project records
Research transactions, prepare ad hoc reports and identify follow-up actions
Administer and report on private awards
Handle state and local tax filings as needed
Manage reporting, compliance and tax for related entities such as LLCs, if applicable
Ensure programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met
Provide backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 3 years' related experience or equivalent combination
Experience manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data
Experience with accounting/financial issues and analysis
Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems; Workday preferred
Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel
Experience with GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices and regulations
Experience organizing time and managing various activities to meet deadlines
Commitment to equity and inclusion
Non-profit accounting experience desired
Experience with The Nature Conservancy’s policies, procedures, and financial systems desired
Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated
Strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks
Experience using technology to achieve desired results
Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program
Successful completion of TNC’s background screening process

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Flexible work environment
Career development
Flexible schedules