Coordinator, Finance & Compliance

This position assists all members of the Finance and Compliance teams. This position includes a wide variety of responsibilities including accounts payable assistance, contract workflow assistance, and compliance filings assistance.

This position works with all members of the Finance and Compliance teams as well as many members of other teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable and General Ledger:

• Review all contract related accounts payable payment request submissions for appropriate remaining contract value and term to cover submission; work with staff to resolve any issues identified
• Download monthly corporate American Express Statement and distribute to cardholders for completion of expense reports

Contract Workflow

• Perform review of all draft contract records within the contracts database for accuracy and completeness at the beginning of the contract workflow process

Assist with tasks associated with the completion of ongoing miscellaneous filings including:

• State Registrations to Do Business filings
• State Certificates of Good Standing renewal filings
• State Personal Property Tax Filings

Perform all other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for All Defenders

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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Coordinator, Finance and Compliance

• Strong Attention to detail

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities

Check all that apply

Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.

N

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

N

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

C

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

O

Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions.

O

Communicating with others to exchange information.

C

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

C

Operating machinery and/or power tools.

N

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

N

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

C

Environmental Conditions

Check all that apply

Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Low temperatures.

O

High temperatures.

O

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

N

Noisy environments.

O

Hazardous conditions.

N

Poor ventilation.

N

Small and/or enclosed spaces.

N

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Physical Demands

Check only one

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

X

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

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All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Defenders of Wildlife provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal appearance, family/parental status, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in all personnel actions.

Please be advised this position is union eligible.