Remote Finance Manager - Strategic Partner for 3 Units

The Nature Conservancy; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Finance Manager, AR, IA, MO to lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and close processes for a finance pod supporting multiple units. This remote US-based role partners with the Finance Director and cross-functional staff to deliver strategic financial guidance and ensure resources are allocated effectively.

Ideal candidates will have a finance degree and at least 4 years of related experience, with strong Excel, analytical skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and compliance.
• Workday experience including data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manages budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, financial close, pledge reviews, grant administration, lease & asset certifications, and related financial management activities for a pod in partnership with the Finance Director.
• Provides financial analysis, modeling, and insights to inform planning, resource allocation, and operational decision-making.
• Maintains the accuracy, integrity, and effective administration of financial data, systems, processes, and internal controls.
• Supports implementation of financial strategies, operational improvements, organizational initiatives, and finance process enhancements.
• Serves as approver of accounts receivable and accounts payable, coordinating with the accounting specialist in the Ops & Enablement assistance as needed.
• Supports management and tracking of private awards and reviews private funding proposals in partnership with the philanthropy team and supports the Private Awards Specialist as needed.
• Executes and supports the delivery of finance services across the pod, coordinating with Ops & Enablement, Contracts, Reporting/Awards, and enterprise finance teams.
• Monitors compliance with TNC policies, financial controls, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements; identifies and escalates potential issues.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Finance Manager, AR, IA, MO to lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and close processes for a finance pod supporting multiple units. This remote US-based role partners with the Finance Director and cross-functional staff to deliver strategic financial guidance and ensure resources are allocated effectively.

Ideal candidates will have a finance degree and at least 4 years of related experience, with strong Excel, analytical skills, and proficiency in