Private Awards Specialist

WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Private Awards Specialist plays a critical role in the Private Awards Shared Services Team which is a key component of the Private Awards Center of Excellence (“PACE”). This role will support organization-wide operational excellence through optimization of people, processes, systems, and compliance via performing and delivering core finance services/workstreams in Private Awards administration. The Private Awards Specialist will execute results in the Shared Services Team of PACE, by providing specialized finance/accounting-related services for “Private Awards” which are a subset of TNC’s contribution revenue, from private donors. They administer and maintain finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial management.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Performs processes in the Awards Module of TNC’s financial system.
• Assist in the production of internal financial reports for Awards.
• Ensures TNC policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met.
• Reinforces consistency in the organization’s policies and procedures and provides support related to relevant field.
• Under limited supervision acts independently and may act as a resource to others.

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. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience in management of controls and reports of a business unit.

The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don’t have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:

• Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.
• Experience with the Insight Project Cost and Billing Module (PCB), Workday or other grant tracking systems.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• May require working knowledge of grants accounting.
• Desire to work independently and solve problems.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role.
• Be willing to travel as needed.

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 GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Experience using automated accounting systems.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel.

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, and other life and work well-being benefits. We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $48,140.00 – $76,400.00 for annual base salary. 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 the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 56344, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].