Manager, Finance Systems Operations (DC Region)

The Sr. Manager, Finance Systems Operations will enhance financial systems, manage data configurations, collaborate on system updates, and implement AI tools for improved financial processes. The summary above was generated by AI

How You’ll Contribute

Reporting to the Vice President, Shared Services and Risk Management, the Sr. Manager, Finance Systems Operations will be a key resource for financial and contract management systems, translating financial data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making across the Finance organization. This role partners closely with Finance leadership to strengthen reporting and analytics capabilities, optimizing financial data structures, systems and processes to deliver meaningful insights and support strategic decision making. Working collaboratively with the Finance team and the Business Applications lead in Technology, this person will support the implementation, maintenance, and continuously improving systems such as Workday, Adaptive Planning, and Agiloft, including planning, testing, and rolling out enhancements. The ideal candidate is someone who can identify practical, creative solutions that support Finance’s goals and align with NG Next strategic priorities. Although this role offers remote flexibility, applicants are required to live within the DMV region or within a 50-mile radius of National Geographic headquarters., Data Administration, Reporting and Process Monitoring (40%)

• Partner with Finance leadership to translate financial data into actionable insights, developing custom Workday and Adaptive Planning reports and dashboards that support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain data integrity Manage and optimize financial system operations to ensure efficient workflows, data accuracy, and alignment across financial applications.
• Partner closely with the Business Applications team and Finance stakeholders to test, implement and enhance finance-related tools and functionality while following established change management protocols.

Project Leadership & Systems Strategy (20%)

• Act as project lead in assessing existing platforms (Workday, Agiloft, and others) to build a long-term roadmap that drives operational efficiency across core financial systems.
• Proactively identify, recommend and implement approved AI capabilities and system enhancements that improve financial processes and business operations while documenting new processes as they’re rolled out.
• Identify system interdependencies and clearly communicate business processes, technical considerations and the potential benefits and risks of proposed system changes to the Finance leadership team.

Cross-Functional Partnership & User Enablement (40%)

• Collaborate with application developers, system administrators, Finance team and stakeholders across all levels of organization to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and recommend solutions that supports Finance’s business need, system initiatives and user experience
• Develop and implement organizational-wide onboarding and refresher training for finance systems users including training materials, job aids, and training modules to support effective use of financial systems.
• Contribute to broader system-related initiatives and projects as assigned., Lead client advisory engagements for nonprofit organizations, providing financial insights and operational guidance while managing multiple client teams and relationships. Mentor staff and drive change using technology and best practices. Top Skills: Bill.ComIntaactNetSuiteQuickbooks Online Wipfli

Manager, Financial Reporting - Nonprofit Clients

4 Minutes Ago Remote or Hybrid United States 97K-145K Annually Mid level 97K-145K Annually Mid level Cloud * Fintech * Software * Business Intelligence * Consulting * Financial Services Manage financial reporting for nonprofit clients, assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and improving processes. Coach staff and enhance technology integration. Top Skills: Quickbooks OnlineSage Intacct Wipfli

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business. Relevant experience may also be considered; an advanced business degree is a plus.

Minimum Years and Type of Experience

5+ years of finance experience working with ERP and budgeting/planning systems. Working knowledge of financial modeling using Workday Financials and other core financial functions is a must have. Experience analyzing and documenting business processes is a plus.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Strong understanding of Finance principles, processes and best practices with the ability to combine knowledge to systems and reporting decisions.
• Working knowledge of Workday Financials, particularly Core Financials, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management. Exposure to other modules (Assets, Revenue Management, Customer/Supplier Accounts, Banking & Settlement, Expenses) is a plus, but not required.
• Experience using or administering Adaptive Insights (or a similar financial planning tool), including building reports, dashboards, and calculated fields.
• Experience with Workday reporting including designing, maintaining data structures, building custom reports, dashboards and creating calculated fields.
• Experience collaborating across all levels of the organization able to translate complex business requirements into clear, actionable objectives for diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and communications skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced evolving environment. Strong customer service mindset with a focus on delivering practical user-centered solutions.
• Able to lead and execute projects independently from concept to completion., Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.

The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $123,500.00 - $130,000.00.

In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.); paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.

Job Designation

Remote - Our Remote designation includes staff who must work in another location in the U.S. or abroad, such as our regional leads for our Education and International teams or regional fundraisers in Advancement. Staff may also be designated as Remote by their supervisors (with approval by the Senior Team lead) because of their job duties, and are afforded this status when it is beneficial to NGS, their respective team, and the employee., Remote or Hybrid United States 107K-160K Annually Mid level 107K-160K Annually Mid level Cloud * Fintech * Software * Business Intelligence * Consulting * Financial Services The role involves managing outsourced accounting for nonprofits, leading teams, preparing financial reports, and improving operational efficiencies. Top Skills: Bill.ComIntaactMicrosoft Office SuiteNetSuiteQuickbooks Online

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