Finance & Accounting Manager
Conservation Resource Alliance, Traverse City, MI, United States
Founded in 1968, ConservationResource Alliance (CRA) restores and revitalizes Michigan’s streams and habitats through innovative, sustainable solutions and strong community partnerships.
Through its River Care™ and Wild Roots programs, CRA works to protect and restore more than 700 miles of rivers,5,000 milesof tributaries, andnearly4million acresof forests across Northern Michigan. Learn more about our work at Linktree.
Role Description
The Finance & Accounting Manager at Conservation Resource Alliance (CRA) plays a vital role in ensuring the organization’s financial strength and long-term sustainability. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this position leads day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance. As a key member of a collaborative, mission-driven team, the manager translates complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and the successful delivery of conservation projects across Northern Michigan.
As CRA prepares for the planned retirement of its long-term Finance & Administration Director, this role will benefit from a thoughtful transition period with direct training and knowledge transfer.
This role is well-suited for a hands-on financial professional who thrives in a dynamic nonprofit environment. The Finance & Accounting Manager works closely with program staff to manage grant funding, maintain audit‑ready records, and ensure responsible stewardship of public and private resources. In addition to leading budgeting processes and supporting organizational planning, the position also contributes to internal operations such as benefits administration and financial controls, helping CRA operate efficiently while advancing its mission to restore rivers and habitats.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related field; equivalent experience considered
Minimum five years of financial management experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector
Strong knowledge of fund accounting, payroll, and cash management
Understanding of nonprofit compliance and reporting requirements
Grant management and reporting experience
Proficient with financial software (QuickBooks, Excel, database management systems); experience using Salesforce preferred
Experience supporting and presenting to a Board of Directors
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and judgment skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Commitment to unwavering integrity and confidentiality
Ability to work occasionally outside normal business hours for board meetings or events
Must be able to pass a background check
Apply online at: https://www.rivercare.org/employment/finance-accounting-manager/
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Through its River Care™ and Wild Roots programs, CRA works to protect and restore more than 700 miles of rivers,5,000 milesof tributaries, andnearly4million acresof forests across Northern Michigan. Learn more about our work at Linktree.
Role Description
The Finance & Accounting Manager at Conservation Resource Alliance (CRA) plays a vital role in ensuring the organization’s financial strength and long-term sustainability. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this position leads day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance. As a key member of a collaborative, mission-driven team, the manager translates complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and the successful delivery of conservation projects across Northern Michigan.
As CRA prepares for the planned retirement of its long-term Finance & Administration Director, this role will benefit from a thoughtful transition period with direct training and knowledge transfer.
This role is well-suited for a hands-on financial professional who thrives in a dynamic nonprofit environment. The Finance & Accounting Manager works closely with program staff to manage grant funding, maintain audit‑ready records, and ensure responsible stewardship of public and private resources. In addition to leading budgeting processes and supporting organizational planning, the position also contributes to internal operations such as benefits administration and financial controls, helping CRA operate efficiently while advancing its mission to restore rivers and habitats.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related field; equivalent experience considered
Minimum five years of financial management experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector
Strong knowledge of fund accounting, payroll, and cash management
Understanding of nonprofit compliance and reporting requirements
Grant management and reporting experience
Proficient with financial software (QuickBooks, Excel, database management systems); experience using Salesforce preferred
Experience supporting and presenting to a Board of Directors
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and judgment skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Commitment to unwavering integrity and confidentiality
Ability to work occasionally outside normal business hours for board meetings or events
Must be able to pass a background check
Apply online at: https://www.rivercare.org/employment/finance-accounting-manager/
#J-18808-Ljbffr