Finance Specialist, Reconciliation at Nature Conservancy

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.”

Since establishing the Africa Program in 2007, The Nature Conservancy’s vision has been to foster a sustainable future for people and nature, partnering with Indigenous communities across 55 million acres on the continent. Our efforts are firmly rooted in people, leveraging scientific and technical expertise as we collaborate with governments and organizations to conserve and enhance Africa’s shared resources in the nine countries we operate.

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Financial Specialist in charge of Reconciliation will provide specialized treasury services in the areas of local and international bank reconciliation as well facilitate opening and closure of bank accounts in various countries. Exemplifies a high level of expertise in the area(s) of financial accounting, treasury and cash management, finance operations and compliance. Administers and maintains financial accounting activities as per TNC policies and procedures and best practices in financial management. The Financial Specialist, Reconciliations will report to the Finance Manager-Treasury, Africa Region. This is a regional position and could be based in any country in Africa where TNC is operating (operating (Kenya, Zambia, Gabon, Tanzania, Angola or South Africa).

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Conduct bank reconciliation in Africa BU, bank accounts replenishment, journal processing for deposits and journalizing bank reconciling items, coordinate entry of new bank signatories, coordinate bank account closure, review assets and inventory. The Finance Specialist will also do petty cash reconciliation and participate in other ledger reconciliations.

• Monthly Bank Reconciliation for all the BU bank accounts in Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Gabon, Angola, and South Africa.
• Replenish local bank accounts from Worldwide Office for AFR BU.
• Conduct petty cash reconciliation.
• Participate in ledger reconciliations.
• During opening new bank accounts in the region, coordinate review, signing and compiling of documents for opening and closure of BU country bank accounts.
• Coordinate with the Operations team to provide all international wire transfer confirmation.
• Monitors physical cash counts at all field offices.
• Support operations in review to ensure compliance with asset and inventory management policies at field offices.
• Performs any other finance tasks deemed necessary for the smooth operations of the finance department and business unit.
• WHAT YOU’LL BRING
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field and four years of related experience or equivalent.
• Professional certification such as fully qualified CPA or ACCA.
• Three years’ experience in the banking sector or reconciliation experience in any organization using financial and reporting systems.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and data analytics
• Experience in supporting multiple tasks in various locations and countries.

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