Corporate Insurance Finance Specialist

USA The Nature Conservancy; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Corporate Insurance Financial Specialist to deliver advanced financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and reporting for the Corporate Insurance team. You will ensure compliance with policies and guide staff in finance processes while supporting organizational priorities.

You will monitor performance, provide insights to leadership, and contribute to process improvements and cross-functional projects in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 3 years' related experience or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates core financial management activities across Corporate Insurance, including budgeting and forecasting, expense and revenue management, accounting journal entry support, self-insurance fund management, and financial reporting and analysis.
• Monitors financial performance of corporate insurance program: identifies trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, and communicates findings and recommendations to department director and business unit leadership in support of operational and strategic decision-making.
• Maintains the accuracy, integrity, and quality of financial data, reporting, systems, and business processes.
• Provides guidance to staff on finance processes, systems, reporting tools, and standard operating procedures and may coordinate or deliver training as needed.
• Supports financial planning, implementation of organizational priorities, and effective stewardship of resources.
• Contributes to finance initiatives, process improvements, system implementations, and cross-functional projects that enhance consistency and effectiveness.
• Ensures programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Non-profit accounting

Data interpretation

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Workday

Job description

What We Can Achieve Together: YOUR POSITION WITH TNC

The Corporate Insurance Financial Specialist provides highly specialized finance-related services to the Corporate Insurance team within the central Finance business unit. They deliver financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and other financial management activities while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and best practices. This position reports to the Director of Corporate Insurance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Corporate Insurance Finance Specialist provides ongoing financial management to the Corporate Insurance team to support informed decision-making. The position administers and maintains finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial management. They respond to moderately complex financial questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of the subject area. The position monitors financial performance, identifies trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommends process improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency, and stewardship of organizational resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

Coordinates core financial management activities across Corporate Insurance, including budgeting and forecasting, expense and revenue management, accounting journal entry support, self-insurance fund management, and financial reporting and analysis.

Monitors financial performance of corporate insurance program: identifies trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, and communicates findings and recommendations to department director and business unit leadership in support of operational and strategic decision-making.

Maintains the accuracy, integrity, and quality of financial data, reporting, systems, and business processes.

Provides guidance to staff on finance processes, systems, reporting tools, and standard operating procedures and may coordinate or deliver training as needed.

Supports financial planning, implementation of organizational priorities, and effective stewardship of resources.

Contributes to finance initiatives, process improvements, system implementations, and cross-functional projects that enhance consistency and effectiveness.

Ensures programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance.

We're Looking for You

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with strong experience in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. 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.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with corporate risk management and/or insurance procurement.

Ability to manipulate, analyze and interpret data.

Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.

Strong organizational skills.

Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

Non-profit accounting experience.

Experience with Workday.

Multi-cultural experience appreciated.

Salary Information

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $57,000 - $90,000. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

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 include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ. Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner.

What We Bring

• TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 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. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture.

Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Accommodations

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may request accommodations.