Finance & Grants Analyst

About the role

The Finance & Grants Analyst provides specialized finance and grants management support to the California business unit. This role contributes across core areas including financial analysis and reporting, financial management, accounting, auditing, and public grants administration. The position applies strong technical expertise to manage financial and accounting activities in accordance with TNC policies, procedures, and best practices. They partner closely with program teams and staff at all levels, providing guidance, insight, and support to help advance conservation outcomes. This role serves as a key resource for complex financial and grants-related questions, applying sound judgment and deep knowledge to resolve issues and ensure accurate, compliant financial management.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized finance and grants management support, including financial analysis, reporting, and compliance.
• Manage financial and accounting activities in alignment with TNC policies and best practices.
• Partner with program teams to offer guidance and support for conservation outcomes.
• Serve as a resource for complex financial and grants-related questions, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field and 4 years of related experience (or equivalent combination).
• Experience with financial analysis tools, including spreadsheets, general ledger reporting, and financial management systems.
• Experience with grant accounting and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with U.S. Federal Uniform Guidance, state and local regulations, and standard grant and contract requirements.
• Experience using accounting and financial reporting systems.
• Experience with government regulations related to grants and contracts.
• Must reside in California and be able to work from one of our office locations or a home office.

Qualifications

• Nonprofit accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced experience analyzing and interpreting financial data; strong Excel skills, including PowerQuery (Power BI a plus).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information for non-finance audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience working effectively in a remote or distributed environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and act as a trusted finance partner to program staff.
• Multilingual abilities and/or cross-cultural experience a plus.

Pay

The starting pay range for this position is $75,200 – $106,200. The actual pay will depend on factors such as the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Geographic pay ranges for common locations are:

• Chico, Mendocino, Three Rivers: $75,200 - $88,400
• Sacramento, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Ventura: $82,700 - $97,200
• Los Angeles County, San Francisco Bay Area: $90,300 - $106,200

Benefits

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health care benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match.
• Parental leave.
• Accrued paid time off.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Other life and work well-being benefits.

We offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of our employees.