Strategic Finance Manager, Remote - Budgeting & Forecasting

The Nature Conservancy; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Finance Manager, AR, IA, MO (Manager) to lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning for a pod serving three business units. You will partner with the Finance Director and division staff to deliver strategic financial guidance and ensure robust internal controls while supporting resource allocation decisions.

Remote role within the Great Plains Division (Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri and surrounding states) with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 4 years’ related experience.
• At least 2 years of Workday experience for data entry and reporting.
• Experience as a strategic finance partner and trusted advisor.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with data interpretation.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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.
• Provide financial analysis, modeling, and insights to inform planning, resource allocation, and operational decision-making.
• Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and effective administration of financial data, systems, processes, and internal controls.
• Support implementation of financial strategies, operational improvements, organizational initiatives, and finance process enhancements.
• Serve as approver of accounts receivable and accounts payable, coordinating with the accounting specialist in the Ops & Enablement assistance as needed.
• Support 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.
• Administers or supports complex finance processes for programs, projects, funding portfolios, or contracts relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders as a main point-of-contact for BU staff questions, and may coordinate work or training for other finance staff.
• Posts revenue accrual & payment receipts for exchange transactions and other non-contribution revenue.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strategic finance partner

Relationship building

Influence decision-making

Actionable insights

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Finance Manager, AR, IA, MO (Manager) to lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning for a pod serving three business units. You will partner with the Finance Director and division staff to deliver strategic financial guidance and ensure robust internal controls while supporting resource allocation decisions.

Remote role within the Great Plains Division (Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri and surrounding states) with travel up to 10%.