Head of Management Finance

Provide overall direction and leadership for finance within the Michigan Business Unit
Assist with special projects within the Midwest Division and Midwest Division Finance Cabinet
Lead Finance and Accounting activities and provide strategic and tactical support to staff and operational functions
Maintain, manage, and report financial data to support strategic priorities
Advise chapter and program leaders and the Board of Trustees on fiscal position, sustainability, and management decisions
Monitor management controls and processes for compliance with TNC policies, legal and regulatory frameworks, GAAP, and financial best practices
Develop and coordinate tactics for approved strategic plans and oversee day-to-day tasks
Advise the State Director, Board of Trustees, and Development team on budgeting, gift allocation, fundraising tracking, donor intent, and financial health
Manage private funding lifecycles, including budgets, funder reports, and award-management tasks
Implement and manage new initiatives and multiple projects
Develop the annual collaborative $10M budget process with budget managers
Oversee purchasing, invoice processing, vendor negotiations, and contracting for compliance
Supervise one or more administrative or professional staff as needed
Collaborate with Midwest finance professionals and serve on the Midwest Finance Cabinet
Negotiate complex agreements and contracts with vendors and partners as needed
Report to leadership on financial activities, forecasts, and long-term sustainability
Travel and work long or flexible hours as needed
Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration and 5 years' related experience, or equivalent combination
Experience with accounting principles, practices, and regulations
Experience with GAAP
Technical experience with grants award accounting issues
Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems
Experience, coursework, or other training with U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance, state and local regulations, multilateral and international regulations, and standard contract clauses, as applicable
Strong experience leading a varied, multi-disciplinary team
Experience managing data and personnel
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel
Experience monitoring and ensuring compliance with organizational policy, applicable law and regulation, and finance/accounting/management best practice
Experience analyzing regulatory frameworks and applying them to situations
Expert knowledge of GAAP and/or relevant regulatory frameworks
Experience evaluating management controls and adapting or modifying processes
Ability to resolve complex issues independently
Experience acting as a resource to others to solve problems
MBA, CPA, or CIA may be preferred
Willingness to travel and work long or flexible hours as needed
Successful completion of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process
Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including budgeting, compliance with GAAP, and strategic financial planning. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords Financial Management
GAAP Compliance
Budget Development
Team Leadership
Accounting Principles
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Financial Reporting
Grants Award Accounting
Data Management
Regulatory Framework Analysis
Management Controls Evaluation
Microsoft Excel
Budgeting
Contract Negotiation
Compliance Monitoring
Financial Best Practices
Soft Skills Exceptional Communication
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Leadership
Adaptability
Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Finance
MBA
CPA
CIA
Industry Keywords TNC Policies
U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance
State and Local Regulations
Multilateral Regulations
Financial Sustainability
Tools & Technologies Accounting Systems
Financial Reporting Systems

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