Finance Specialist

Overview

The organization is seeking a Finance Specialist for Florida and Georgia to provide financial management support within a shared services unit (pod). This role partners with the Finance Manager, Finance Director, and business unit staff to deliver financial services that align with business priorities and operational needs.

The position supports one or more states or organizational areas within the pod and functions as a trusted partner by delivering accounts payable management, financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and other financial management activities while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and financial best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage accounts payable and vendor administration.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial close, reporting, and other core financial management activities across assigned states or business units within the pod; may also assist other Southern Division business units or pods as needed.
• Prepare and deliver financial reports, analyses, reconciliations, and other deliverables that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance, identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, and communicate findings and recommendations to Finance Managers, Finance Directors, and business leaders.
• Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and quality of financial data, reporting, systems, and business processes.
• Support compliance with organizational policies, internal controls, audit requirements, donor restrictions, and applicable regulatory requirements, and identify and escalate potential issues.
• Provide guidance to staff on finance processes, systems, reporting tools, and standard operating procedures; coordinate or deliver training as needed.
• Partner with Finance leadership and staff across Operations, Conservation, and Philanthropy to support financial planning, implementation of organizational priorities, and stewardship of resources.
• Contribute to finance initiatives, including process improvements, system implementations, and cross-functional projects to improve consistency and effectiveness across the pod.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field and 3 years' related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience with accounting/financial issues and analysis.
• Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems.
• Technical experience with spreadsheet programs, general ledger reports, and financial management tools.
• Experience with GAAP, practices, and regulations.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.
• Ability to manipulate, analyze, and interpret data, with advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
• Non-profit accounting experience.
• May require technical expertise on complex accounting/financial issues.
• U.S. government grants accounting experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay range: generally $60,000 - $75,000 annually for candidates whose country of employment is the USA.
• Actual pay within this range is based on factors including location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
• The organization 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
  • other life and work well-being benefits

Location & Work Arrangement

• Remote with preference to the Eastern or Central time zones.

Additional Conditions

• This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the organization’s Auto Safety Program.
• Employment is contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee’s motor vehicle record.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the application process.

Note

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.