What We Can Achieve Together:

The Finance and Information Specialist – Trade Lands provides highly specialized finance/accounting-related services to the Trade Lands department within the Finance business unit.

The Finance and Information Specialist-Trade Lands provides specialized services in financial management and reporting; accounting; real estate transactions and administration, management and reporting; or similar financial activities for a department or 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 management. The Finance and Information Specialist 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.

This position requires tasks to be done accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner related to fast-paced real estate transactions and asset management. The position provides a unique opportunity to grow professionally on a unique and dynamic team. This is a hybrid position where the chosen candidate will come into the office located in Arlington, VA, USA 2-3x/week.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

The position reports to the Real Estate Finance and Information Manager and manages a variety of financial processes for real property gifts from acquisition through disposition and afterwards, including but not limited to:

• Collection, processing, and payment of taxes for each trade land. Working with different counties across the country, the need to be accountable and resolve any tax issues with Trade Lands team and county tax offices is imperative given the financial and reputational risk to the organization. The role is expected to identify and resolve many tax-related items such as exemptions, supplemental taxes, and various of financial impacts of ownership changes related to property taxes.

• Informational tracking for each type of trade land acquisition (Outright, Devise, Unitrust, Contingent Gift Annuity, Retained Life Estate, etc.) in the Fixed Asset module as well as other Excel trackers needed to ensure reliable asset management on behalf of donors and organization.

• Monitor, track, and register trade land receipts received for the respective property records via established accounting processes, as well as assisting supervisor with other accounting entries.

• Request reimbursements related to trade lands from external parties including trust custodians using external system platform.

• Write and disseminate transaction summary reports to development and various business unit staff.

• Create invoices needed for payment to vendors.

• Manage insurance coverage for trade lands and working with corporate insurance representatives.

• Manage corporate file closing & archiving processes on behalf of team alongside Real Estate Finance and Information Manager and Real Estate Transaction Coordinator.

• Manage the Biennial Review process and monitor taxes and insurance for unrelinquished Retained Life Estates.

• Maintain up-to-date procedure manuals.

• Complete and mail out IRS 8282 form to living donors for donated trade lands sold within three years of certain gifts.

• Collaborate with Trade Lands staff to monitor Trade Lands mailbox.

• Demonstrate desire to develop professionally and contribute to changing needs of the role and team, primarily as it relates to expanding accounting responsibilities.

• Provide backup support to Trade Lands team where necessary.

• 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.

We’re Looking for You:

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC 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. We’re looking for someone with strong experience working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.

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!

The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don’t have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:

• Ability to manipulate, analyze and interpret data. Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

• Non-profit accounting experience.

• May require technical expertise on complex accounting/financial issues.

What You’ll Bring:

• 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 and fund accounting principles, practices and regulations.

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

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $82,960.00-$88,145.00. 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.

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 include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC 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. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.