Arlington, Virginia, USA

This is a hybrid position it that requires the successful candidate to work at the Arlington, Virginia office for 2-3 days per week.

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The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for a variety of tasks relating to processing invoices and payments, providing customer service, and supporting a variety of departmental functions.

The types of duties which may be performed by the Specialist are described below. The Accounts Payable Specialist is expected to perform specific functions and duties as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.

The Accounts Payable Specialist manually keys invoices or loads files of electronic invoices, from a variety of sources, into the Accounts Payable system, ensuring accuracy, resolving problems, and preparing invoices for payment. The Accounts Payable Specialist also performs or supports AP payment processes, prepares check mailings, sends payment notifications, and transmits various electronic transactions files. The Account Payable Specialist is responsible for performing AP Adjustments, registering AP related Journal Entries, and reversing transactions as needed.

The Accounts Payable Specialist reviews and approves items in Accounting Review as the “Payment Processor” in Concur, ensuring accuracy and releasing invoices in a timely manner. They are also responsible for maintenance of supplier/vendor information in the AP and Concur system, for supporting the annual IRS 1099 reporting process, and providing information to auditors as requested. As directed by the AP Manager, the Specialist assists with the testing and implementation of new systems and processes, initiates wire payments, and administers the US and international petty cash program. The AP Specialist performs callbacks to verify ACH and wiring instructions with vendors and suppliers.

The Accounts Payable Specialist acts as the primary resource to the Accounts Payable department’s “clients” in TNC offices around the world, and in that capacity, manages a general email box and phone line for inquiries and special requests. They are responsible for expeditiously and courteously responding to, routing, and/or resolving those issues. They regularly interact with staff across the Conservancy to obtain information, troubleshoot errors, and explain procedures, and work with vendors as necessary.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is expected to perform backfill duties and tasks as directed by the Accounts Payable Manager. They ensure TNC policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met and reinforces consistency in the organization's policies and procedures and provides support related to relevant field.

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 in leading a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.
The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience in management of data and personnel. 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 these qualifications. If you don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience:

• Multi-lingual skills and/or multi-cultural experience appreciated.
• May require fluency in a specific foreign language(s) to support global operations.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with Accounts Payable processes and systems
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience applying organizational skills, including establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 3 years' related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience with GAAP and fund accounting principles, practices and regulations.
• Experience using automated accounting systems.

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 on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

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

SALARY INFORMATION

Job Family: Finance & Accounting

Job Number: 700037

Salary Grade: 5

This position's expected annual salary is based on the Arlington, Virginia geographic office location with some potential flexibility commensurate with experience: $64,880 - $68,935

To apply for job ID 53875, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character 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.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.