The Finance Specialist provides specialized services in financial management, control and reporting as well as accounting; grants administration, management and reporting; or similar financial activities for a department or business unit that requires the support. 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 management. The Finance/Accounting Specialist II provides assistance to staff in their specialty area. They respond to moderately complex employee/management questions and problems based on advanced knowledge of the subject area.

Uses TNC’s code of conduct and competencies as a baseline to conduct their actions and be an example for others.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Coordinates projects;
• Ensures programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance;
• Reinforces consistency in the organization’s policies and procedures and provides support related to relevant field;
• Perform general accounting duties, including journal entries for transfers, adjustments, accruals, deferred revenue and expense corrections;
• Support on reviewing and monitoring income statement and balance sheet (including pledges) items at month and year-end close;
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports and analysis to project managers;
• Coordinates and leads periodic financial reviews of projects
• Support Conservation and Development staff in reviewing budget proposals;
• Prepares forecasts and budgets for the Business Unit;
• Review revenues and expenses are managed to reflect donor intent including support to perform revenue allocation;
• Manage private funded awards including keep PCB module up to date (Cost assignment, invoicing and closing awards);
• Collaborate with Grants Specialists on managing public awards;
• Maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally-charged information;
• Act as payment approver and employee expense reports reviewer ensuring that transactions are in accordance with the Conservancy policies and procedures as well as local laws;
• Report bank reconciliations and ensure they are completed timely and accurately;
• Reviews and uploads payroll information in financial system