Office Location:

San Antonio, Texas, USA

Austin, Texas, USA

Hybrid

Flexible arrangements are possible for candidates who live within Texas.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.  

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Finance & Operations Manager provides highly specialized finance/accounting-related services to the Texas business unit. They provide highly specialized services in one or more of the following functions: financial analysis and reporting; financial management; accounting; auditing; grants administration, management controls and reporting; or similar financial activities for the Texas business unit. They have a high level of expertise in their area(s) of specialization. The position administers and maintains finance/accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial/organizational management. The Finance & Operations Manager aids all levels of personnel in their specialty area. They respond to complex employee/management questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of the subject area. The Finance & Operations Manager will also be responsible for supporting the Director of Finance & Operations with operations management and other duties as they arise.

• Annual Operating Budget
  • Support the annual budgeting process by facilitating collaboration across all departments of the Texas Chapter and work with Finance & Operations Director to craft the annual budget of approximately $15 million.
  • Monitor and manage the budget on an ongoing basis. Perform financial forecasting for the current and future fiscal years.
  • Become an advanced user of TNC’s budget software system.
• General Finance/Accounting
  • Oversee accounting processes, including cash/check deposits and receipting, accounts payable, intra-company transfers, and journal entries. Monitor controls and processes to ensure compliance with TNC policies, including the contracts management process.
  • Run, file, analyze and distribute reports on a regular basis for project managers. Perform monthly financial report analysis. Become an advanced user of TNC’s financial management software and basic user of TNC’s CRM software.
  • Collaborate closely with various TNC staff members, including the Development department, Grants Service Network, Worldwide Office centralized accounting functions, and Project Managers, on various accounting and finance issues.
  • Communicate complex financial information to non-finance department staff members.
• Private Award (Grants) Financial Management
  • Create budgets for funding proposals and manage stewardship reporting to donors.
  • End-to-end financial management throughout private awards (grants) lifecycle.
  • Coordinate closely with Development department and conservation project managers.
• Operations
  • Office lease management & accounting
  • Office, information technology, & general operations budget management
  • Vehicle fleet budget management
  • Property tax administration
  • Other related duties that may arise

 We’re Looking for You: 

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At The Nature Conservancy 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. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team! 

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 4 years' related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience with accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Technical experience with grants award accounting.
• Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems.
• Experience with government regulations related to grants and contracts.
• Professional certification such as a CPA or CIA, or a candidate for same (may be preferred, but not required).

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $70,000-$90,000 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, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.