Finance Manager - AR, IA, MO

Overview

Finance Manager, AR, IA, MO (Manager) is an experienced finance leadership role for a finance pod supporting 3 business units. Working with the Finance Director, AR, IA, MO and the division finance team, this position delivers finance and accounting services that support responsible stewardship of resources and long-term financial sustainability.

This role offers high independence and requires strong partnership, communication, and coordination to support a matrixed environment and evolving organizational needs.

Location

Remote position located within the Great Plains Division (Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, and Texas). Preference for residents of Arkansas, Iowa, and Missouri. Travel is not expected to exceed 10% annually.

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 review private funding proposals in partnership with the philanthropy team; support the Private Awards Specialist as needed.
• Execute and support delivery of finance services across the pod, coordinating with Ops & Enablement, Contracts, Reporting/Awards, and enterprise finance teams.
• Monitor compliance with organizational policies, financial controls, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements; identify and escalate potential issues.
• Administer or support complex finance processes for programs, projects, funding portfolios, or contracts relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders as a main point-of-contact for business unit staff questions; may coordinate work or training for other finance staff.
• Post revenue accruals and payment receipts for exchange transactions and other non-contribution revenue.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 4 years’ related experience or equivalent combination.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience using Workday including data entry, reporting, analysis, and/or other functions.
• Administration or related field and 4 years’ related experience or equivalent combination.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a strategic finance partner—build trusted relationships, influence decision-making, provide strategic recommendations, and navigate competing priorities.
• Experience in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, analysis, and translating financial information into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, including experience manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and compliance with the organization’s Auto Safety Program.
• Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered “high risk drivers.”
• Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee’s motor vehicle record.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Information

• The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within $61,000 - $86,500.
• This range applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA.
• Actual pay within the range is based on factors including location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
• Geographic location will be confirmed during recruitment.

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity & Screening

• The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• The successful applicant must meet requirements of the employer’s background screening process.
• Accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during the application process.