About Us

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key strategist with executive management in managing financial and operational growth;
• Proactively manage the Rainforest Alliance's global activities by developing and implementing organizational strategies and systems worldwide, regionally and locally;
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to the finance, human resources, technology, and regional operations functions to ensure that the guidance and support provided by these departments effectively facilitate organizational growth and change while guarding against risk;
• Develop and implement internal controls;
• Implement and periodically review financial, accounting and budgeting systems, policies and procedures;
• Manage the Rainforest Alliance's investments and cash flow;
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of filings, audits and financial reports to management, donors, and regulatory agencies;
• Ensure new Rainforest Alliance offices are established according to local laws and standards and internal policies and procedures;
• Manage organizational risk by working with executive management in analyzing the impact of proposed initiatives, expenditures, and/or policy changes;
• Ensure domestic and foreign office financial operations are effectively managed;
• Provide guidance, coaching and supervision to leadership positions in the finance, human resources, technology, office administration and regional operations departments;
• Collaborate as needed with other division directors to assist them with problem-solving related to financial and administrative matters;
• Conduct site visits to Rainforest Alliance field offices around the world to solicit feedback on Rainforest Alliance systems and procedures, provide training and orientation, and respond to general staff questions and concerns;
• Provide leadership in identifying staff development and training needs and collaborates with Human Resources team and staff/board work group to set strategies and design programs;
• Review, negotiate and approve contractual and other legal documents;
• Negotiate and administer leases and sub-leases;
• Review and oversee professional services and vendor contracts;
• Review and maintain insurance coverage; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting/Finance required; CPA or MBA preferred;
• 10 - 12 years experience as a senior financial and operations manager;
• Experience with international, non-profit organizations (larger than $20 million), as well as a multi-office, multi-national environment;
• Exposure to cross-border taxation issues highly preferred;
• Experience with United States and European Government as well as multi-lateral agency grant reporting and management; USAID grant management experience required;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with direct experience in working with and presenting to Boards;
• Collaborative management and working style with a diverse workforce;
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with ability to delegate, train, coach and motivate staff;
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with demonstrated experience in accounting software);
• Energetic self-starter with demonstrated ability to think strategically, tactically, and creatively;
• Spanish language skills highly preferred;
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and problem solve in a dynamic, growing organization; and
• Commitment to the Rainforest Alliance's mission and values.