World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Finance Manager
Reports to: Sr. Director, Finance
Major Function
The Finance Manager directs the institutional budgeting and analysis functions of The World Wildlife Fund. The Finance Manager generates and consolidates the annual operating and fundraising budgets, revises budget projections throughout the year, and analyzes and interprets financial performance regularly. The role proposes, implements, and manages short- and long-term budgeting and analytical strategies.
Salary: The expected compensation range for this position is $104,400 to $150,100.
Key Competencies
Business Acumen – Possesses broad understanding of the business environment, including financial performance indicators. Assists in supporting long-term objectives and allocating resources to where they will have the greatest impact and identifies areas where cost savings can be realized without sacrificing efficiencies.Building Working Relationships – Transparent, open and approachable. Follows up and stays engaged to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.Setting Standards of Excellence – Balances technical expertise with strategic thinking, effective communication, and leadership skills to drive the organization's financial health and contribute to long-term success. Maintains accuracy and attention to detail by implementing cross-checking mechanisms.Innovating – Leverages technology and automation.Interpersonal Communication and Collaboration - Collaborate effectively with colleagues, and receive and incorporate feedback well.Required Skills and Experience
Oversees the institutional operating budget and contingency, sets financial standards, and ensures adherence through strategic training and guidance. Directs the annual budget development and submission process, advising non-program managers and collaborating with senior leadership, including Program Operations, to create a consolidated operating budget.Develops ad-hoc budgeting models, reports, and forecasts, and conducts monthly institutional financial analysis. Presents financial performance data and risk analysis to the Executive team for decision-making. Collaborates with Finance leadership to assess the organization’s financial position, considering internal and external economic factors.Collaborates with members of the Fundraising Steering Committee and Finance team to create a multi-year fundraising and expense forecast and assist in capital campaign feasibility studies and analyses.Oversees the collaborations between the Finance and People and Culture teams on the preparation of the annual compensation program and fringe benefits budgets by reviewing the reasonability of budget assumptions and performing regular analysis to monitor the accuracy of the set of parameters. Proposes policy adjustments to senior leadership.Develops and interprets institutional operational performance trend analysis and formulates creative strategies for realizing cost savings, maximizing the use of limited resources, and addressing other financial management and accounting issues relevant to the financial stability of the organization.Directs the consolidation of financial performance data for tri-annual Board and Executive Committee presentations, including proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year and financial forecasts for current year. Coordinates with the Finance team to prepare the financial update narrative and related materials for all Board meetings.Develop policies and procedures for budgeting and financial management and recommend changes in methods or procedures to Finance senior leadership. Conducts an ongoing review of financial management policies and procedures and manages communication with non-program budget managers and senior leadership. Collaborate with the Finance team to develop and deliver strategic non-program financial management training.Supervises Financial Analysts and oversees the Budget Team in ongoing non-program financial management. Establishes short- and long-term goals for the team, monitors progress and provides guidance to ensure successful completion.Collaborates with Financial Operations Lead to identify business process inefficiencies within the Finance department and proposes optimization solutions to senior leadership.Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting with financial reporting and analysis, and the annual audit.
To Apply:
Submit cover letter and resume through our Careers Page, Requisition #25035Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. WWF values diversity and inclusion and welcomes diverse candidates to apply.