Director, Finance and Operations - Audubon Americas

Job Description: Position Summary The Director, Finance and Operations, Audubon Americas will play a key role leading financial and operations programs and initiatives for the National Audubon Society's (NAS) growing international work. The Director will provide operational and financial expertise on current, future, and special international projects. The Director will work across teams to ensure that NAS remains in compliance as it expands its footprint internationally. The Director must be fluent in English and Spanish. Budget management and multi-country operational experience is essential in this position. This role will be report to the Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to the Senior VP/International Alliance - Conservation. This position is a hybrid role based out of our New York, NY or Washington, DC office. Cover letters are strongly encouraged Compensation: Salary range based on geo-differentials: $125,000-$140,000/year = D.C. $145,000-$160,000/year = NYC (not Oyster Bay) Additional Job Description Essential Functions In collaboration with the Manager, Finance and Operations, Audubon Americas, develop, manage, and lead finance and operations programs/initiatives that will ensure program and organization-wide goals are achieved as Audubon Americas program grows its staffing and in-region presence. Provide operational and financial expertise on current, future, and special projects. Ensure revenue, expenses and net assets are managed to reflect donor intent, including working with cross-functional teams to perform revenue allocation. Ensure financial and operational processes are efficient and provide improvements to maximize operational efficiency with day-to-day activities; such as purchasing and processing invoices, as well as supporting negotiations and contracting with vendors. Work in collaboration with the Grants team and with the Manager, Finance and Operations - Audubon Americas, to support project budget development ensuring funding gaps are being prioritized both for grant proposals and strategy and country programs. Participate in, and lead when needed, negotiations for complex, high profile, or sensitive financial and operations agreements and contracts. Ensure that programmatic commitments, National Audubon Society policies and procedures, and financial standards are met and managed. Partner with People and Culture for staff related needs, such as talent acquisition, benefits, compensation, and any future staffing needs or adjustments. Partner with other Finance staff to ensure contracted vendors carry required insurance coverage and that appropriate documentation is obtained and maintained. Manage initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance performance in accordance with short and long-term objectives. Support the achievement of strategic goals and objectives. Act independently and resolve complex issues within the program area. Partner with the Office of General Counsel to minimize legal risk to NAS and ensure legal compliance with applicable state and local regulations, Manage or oversee activities related to in-country legal, labor, and financial compliance. Partner with NAS Financial Operations Team to manage international banking needs, accounting, financial reporting, currency exchange impacts, and other finance/operational needs. Manage international vendors and service providers as needed, including accounts payable and receivable. Manage and mentor staff, ensuring professional development while setting objectives and managing toward goals. Manage all operational aspects of entry into new countries in the region, and exit from countries where NAS is ceasing operations, partnering with other internal key stakeholders from Finance, People and Culture, and the Office of General Counsel, as needed. Partner with NAS Finance and NAS Technology in evaluating country-specific systems and operational needs and implementing processes for efficient operations and maintaining internal controls and compliance. Travel frequently and on short notice, domestically and internationally, working varied hours and occasional weekends, as needed. Partner with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work. Other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree and 10 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 3 years managing operations functions. An equivalent combination of education and work experience will also be considered. Must be fluent in English and Spanish. Enthusiasm to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment as Audubon Americas expands its hemispheric operational presence in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada. Experience working in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate financial management concepts to varied audiences in both English and Spanish. Experience generating financial reports and analyzing and interpreting data. Experience developing and administering departmental budget or equivalent. Supervisory experience, including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance, including conflict resolution and cultivating a healthy workplace that is equitable and inclusive. Experience developing, managing, and implementing multiple projects and strategic goals. Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization. Ability to travel internationally to Latin America, Caribbean and Canada. A flexible approach to work, with the willingness to travel regularly and work occasional weekends and evenings when necessary. Experience opening and closing offices in multiple countries. Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality required. Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel. Interest in, understanding of, and commitment to conservation and the mission of the National Audubon Society. EEO Statement The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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Created: 2024-11-05