Foundation for America's Public Lands - Finance & Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description*Remote / Hybrid Position - Prioritizing Candidates in Washington DC / DMV Area*

Who We Are

The Foundation for America’s Public Lands is the official charitable partner to the Bureau of Land Management. Chartered by Congress in 2022, we connect people to America’s public lands and waters—and help sustain them for generations to come. With co-headquarters in Grand Junction, CO, and Washington, D.C., we’re building a modern, high-impact nonprofit that serves the nation’s largest land manager.

We’re a fast-growing, highly collaborative team dedicated to impact, accountability, and innovation—and we’re just getting started.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, mission-aligned Finance & Operations Manager to help build the internal infrastructure that powers our growing team. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled nonprofit finance professional to shape systems, bring accounting in-house, and contribute to operational excellence across a rapidly evolving organization.

This is a new, full-time role reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Operations. You’ll help power the engine behind our day-to-day financial and administrative operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and seamless internal coordination, while helping us evolve beyond our startup phase.

We’re looking for someone who is fluent in nonprofit accounting, thrives in fast-paced environments, and loves building efficient, scalable systems.

What You’ll Do

Finance & Accounting (80%)

• Manage all day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, coding, expense processing, monthly close, reconciliations, journal entries, and payroll review—ensuring accurate allocation to accounts, projects, and restricted funds
  

• Oversee and improve financial systems and controls using platforms such as Sage Intacct, Ramp, Bill.com, Salesforce, and Nexonia (during transition)
  

• Lead system transitions, including the phase-out of Nexonia and Bill.com, and support the implementation of Sage timekeeping
  

• Ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and nonprofit accounting standards, including ASC 958 and 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance); support single audit preparation
  

• Collaborate with the VP of Finance and Operations and external consultants (GRF) on financial reporting, audit readiness, and systems integration
  

• Develop and maintain internal financial dashboards and reporting tools using Sage Intacct and Salesforce to support strategic decision-making
  

• Support annual budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial planning processes in partnership with leadership
  

• Manage grant tracking, reporting, and funder budget alignment, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for restricted and government-funded projects
  

• Provide financial guidance to development and program teams, including budget monitoring, grant allocations, and proposal budgeting
  

Operations & Internal Coordination (20%)

• Partner with HR and operations staff to support payroll coordination, employee onboarding, and benefits administration
  

• Develop, maintain, and lead implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for key finance and administrative functions—such as expense processing, vendor onboarding, payroll support, and grant compliance—to ensure consistency, efficiency, and regulatory compliance
  

• Support procurement workflows, vendor management, and document retention systems in alignment with organizational policies
  

• Provide limited operations support, including state charitable and payroll registration compliance and management of internal tools such as LastPass
  

• Assist with implementation and ongoing use of Salesforce for tracking finance and operations data, including integrations with other platforms
  

• Collaborate on special projects and cross-functional initiatives that improve internal systems, increase transparency, and enhance team-wide infrastructure
  

RequirementsWhat You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of progressive nonprofit finance and operations experience, ideally within organizations managing federal grants or restricted funding
  

• Demonstrated experience with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance), GAAP, and nonprofit accounting standards including ASC 958
  

• Experience managing or supporting full-cycle accounting functions in-house, with a strong preference for candidates who have led or supported transitions away from external consultants
  

• Proficiency with core finance and operations platforms, including Sage Intacct, Ramp, Bill.com, Nexonia, and Salesforce—or similar financial and CRM systems
  

• Experience overseeing financial system integrations and platform transitions, including timekeeping, expense reporting, and grant tracking tools
  

• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets
  

• Familiarity with state charitable and payroll registration processes is a plus
  

• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a high degree of accuracy in financial work
  

• Solution-oriented, proactive mindset—you’re comfortable navigating ambiguity and building processes from the ground up
  

• Excellent communication skills—you can explain financial concepts to non-financial teammates and collaborate across departments
  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required (or equivalent experience);
  

• Alignment with the Foundation’s mission and a commitment to public service
  

BenefitsWhat Makes This Role Exciting

• Build the Backbone: Help stand up finance and operations infrastructure for a growing national organization and play a key role in the transition from external accounting consultants to in-house capacity
  

• Shape Systems: Increase the organization’s capacity with tools like Sage Intacct, Ramp, Bill.com, and Salesforce
  

• Dynamic, High-Caliber Team: Collaborate with values-driven professionals committed to building a culture of trust, impact, and innovation
  

• Autonomy & Influence: Shape core financial and operational systems, helping define how the organization functions and scales over time
  

• Drive Impact: Contribute behind the scenes to protect 11% of the U.S. landmass and strengthen the public's connection to nature
  

Compensation: $95,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits:Group medical/vision/dental benefits with 100% employer contribution for employees and 50% contribution for dependents; life insurance; 401k retirement savings plan; and generous holiday and paid time off policies

How to Apply

Application materials should include a resume and a short cover letter highlighting your qualifications and interest in the Foundation and the role.

The Foundation for America’s Public Lands is an equal opportunity employer. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.