Conservation Project Accounting Lead

United States·MemphisFull-Time, Regularlead

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Key Responsibilities

1. Department‑Level Close Coordination and Reconciliation Develop and implement standardized monthly and annual department‑level close coordination processes for Conservation,

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Responsibilities

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Develop and implement standardized monthly and annual department‑level close coordination processes for Conservation, in partnership with NHQ Accounting.
Perform department‑level review, reclassification, and reconciliation of project revenue to ensure consistent application of revenue recognition practices across regions prior to enterprise close.
Coordinate and reconcile Conservation Department accounts receivable, including project invoicing, on‑account receivables, aging analysis, and alignment with recognized revenue.
Review and reconcile Conservation sub‑ledgers prior to enterprise close, including ILF mitigation program accounts and related bank account reconciliations, such as:
- Project expenditures
- Project revenue and deferred revenue activity
- Land and Habitat Revolving Fund financial transactions
Prepare Conservation project work‑in‑progress and revenue accrual support schedules each month, based on approved project cost and progress data, for review and posting by NHQ Accounting.
Identify and resolve discrepancies across regions and systems prior to escalation to Finance, reducing rework during enterprise close.
Serve as the primary Conservation point of contact for close‑related coordination with NHQ Accounting and Finance.

Coordinate and validate Conservation Department inputs supporting NHQ Finance SEFA preparation, including project‑level reconciliations, funding attribution review, and supporting schedules.
Ensure Conservation project accounting records are maintained in a manner consistent with federal grant and audit requirements.
Support Finance during audits and monitoring reviews by providing Conservation‑specific documentation, schedules, and explanations.

Maintain auditable project cost, labor, and allocation support schedules used by NHQ Finance in annual hourly and indirect rate calculations.
Coordinate with regional teams to ensure consistent labor charging, project attribution, and coding practices.
Serve as the Conservation liaison to Finance during rate development, review, and audit inquiries.

Maintain department‑level financial tracking for DU’s Habitat Revolving Fund activities, including allocation of interest expense to the portfolio.
Coordinate reconciliation of land acquisitions, dispositions, carrying costs, and related revenues with NHQ Accounting.
Ensure that land and Habitat Fund financial activity is consistently reflected in Conservation sub‑ledgers supporting enterprise financial statements.

Develop and document standard Conservation financial operations procedures in coordination with NHQ Accounting and regional accounting staff.
Identify recurring issues, control gaps, and training needs affecting consistency in project accounting and close execution.
Support system and process improvements related to Dynamics 365 Finance and Conservation project accounting workflows.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum seven years of progressive experience in nonprofit, government, or project‑ and grant‑based financial operations.
Demonstrated experience coordinating period‑end close, reconciliations, and audit support in decentralized environments.
Familiarity with enterprise ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance) and project accounting workflows.
Strong analytical, reconciliation, and documentation skills.
Ability to partner effectively with Finance, regional operations, and Conservation leadership.

This position is part of the NHQ Conservation Department Administration and is ideally based at DU’s National Headquarters in Memphis, TN. Consideration may also be given to highly qualified candidates based in one of DU’s regional offices (Dexter, MI; Bismarck, ND; Ridgeland, MS; or Rancho Cordova, CA). The role works closely with NHQ Accounting and Finance, regional staff, and Conservation leadership, and reports directly to the Director of National Conservation Systems.

To Apply: Please fill out all application materials and attach a cover letter describing your interest in the position, your resume, and three professional references.

Benefits/Pay: Pay will be based on experience and education with a variable compensation incentive program. DU offers an exceptional benefit package, including comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage; three weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays; 401(k) plan (including partial employer match); and tuition reimbursement.

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