WSC is the leading group working to protect the strongest wild salmon rivers around the North Pacific – salmon strongholds. We have programs in Alaska, British Columbia, the Western Pacific, and the California, Oregon and Washington coasts. The home office is located in Portland, Oregon. 

We focus on wild salmon because they are an iconic and powerful conservation symbol, wild to the core, with an incredible life story. When you protect salmon, you support the life of whole watersheds and everything in them, including people. We build alliances with and work alongside the most effective local and regional partners in the North Pacific.

We depend on the best conservation science to guide pragmatic, implementable solutions to sustain wild salmonids, as well as the human communities and livelihoods that depend on them. 

Vice President of Finance & Administration

Location: Portland, Oregon

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Status: Full Time, Exempt

The Organization

Wild Salmon Center works to protect some of the most beautiful and productive rivers left on the planet. These “salmon strongholds” are home not only to the king of fish but grizzly bears, bald eagles, orcas, and more than 130 other species that depend on wild salmon. These rivers also support thriving coastal communities and Indigenous cultures. If these special places call to you and you want to help conserve them, then WSC is the right organization for you. Wild Salmon Center features excellent benefits competitive with major international organizations and offers room for professional growth.

Position Summary

The Vice President of Finance & Administration is the senior financial leader and a key collaborator and strategist on the Executive Management Team. This role oversees financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, grants and restricted funds management, audit readiness, and financial risk management. The VP provides oversight of outsourced Information Technology services to ensure secure, reliable systems that support data-driven decision making. This is a hands-on leadership role that pairs strategic finance with operational excellence.

The Team

The Finance and Administration team provides timely, accurate, decision-ready financial information, strong internal controls, and outstanding administrative and human resources support for the entire organization. We partner with the Conservation, Development, and Communications teams to align resources with our mission and long-term goals. The IT infrastructure is supported by outsourced providers, with the VP overseeing contracts and ensuring reliable, secure systems.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy and Planning

• Lead multi-year financial planning that aligns budgets with the strategic plan and our 2032 conservation outcomes.
• Translate strategy into annual budget targets, quarterly re-forecasts, and clear financial KPIs for programs and shared services.
• Provide scenario modeling, cash flow forecasting, and sensitivity analysis to support executive and Board decisions.

2. Accounting, Controls, and Audit Readiness

• Own the integrity and timeliness of the monthly close, financial statements, and management reporting.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment, including segregation of duties, reconciliations, and documented procedures.
• Oversee annual independent audits, Form 990, and regulatory filings. Serve as primary contact for external auditors.
• Ensure GAAP-compliant accounting and high-quality fund accounting for restricted and unrestricted revenues.

3. Grants, Contracts, and Restricted Funds

• Establish clear practices for award budgeting, allowability, cost recovery, and timely reporting to funders.
• Partner with Conservation and Development to design budgets that meet donor requirements while advancing priority outcomes.
• Monitor restricted balances and ensure accurate release from restriction and documentation of donor intent.

4. Enterprise Performance and Decision Support

• Deliver concise, actionable monthly reporting, including budget-to-actuals, variance analysis, and forward-looking insights.
• Build dashboards that connect finance metrics to conservation, development, and communications outcomes.
• Coach colleagues to understand the financial implications of plans and to make data-informed tradeoffs.

5. Treasury and Risk Management

• Manage cash, investments, banking relationships, and credit facilities in line with policies approved by the Board.
• Maintain enterprise risk registers for financial risks. Recommend mitigation plans and insurance coverage.

6. Information Technology Oversight

• Manage outsourced IT providers to ensure reliable systems, cybersecurity, and efficient collaboration tools.
• Oversee IT vendor contracts and ensure technology investments meet organizational needs.

7. Governance and Board Partnership

• Staff the Audit & Finance Committee and present clear analyses and recommendations to the Board.
• Update the Board on key trends, risks, and opportunities. Support effective policy development and compliance.

8. Team Leadership and Culture

• Oversee administrative operations to ensure smooth, efficient support for staff and leadership, including facilities management, office logistics, and vendor contracts.
• Maintain clear, consistent policies and procedures that promote transparency and operational discipline.
• Provide leadership and oversight of Human Resources and people operations functions to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational values.
• Ensure recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and professional development systems attract and retain talented, mission-driven staff.
• Champion a workplace culture grounded in WSC’s values.
• Model and reinforce effective communication practices and recognition programs that build trust, connection, and accountability across teams.
• Ensure that administrative and HR systems, policies, and reporting comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Team on organizational health, structure, and workforce planning, bringing both strategic perspective and hands-on problem-solving to cross-functional challenges.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership with responsibility for accounting and FP&A in a complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting, including grants, restricted revenue, and cost allocation.
• Track record leading annual audits and timely, accurate external reporting.
• Experience building planning and forecasting processes and translating strategy into budgets and KPIs.
• Experience leading administrative and HR functions.
• Experience managing outsourced IT providers or close partnership with IT on systems, data, and security.
• Bachelor’s degree and CPA required.
• Experience working at an international non-profit organization is a plus.
• MBA or related advanced degree is a plus.
• Skilled communicator who can explain complex financial topics to non-financial audiences and coach leaders to own their numbers.
• Commitment to our vision, mission and values.

Core Competencies

• Strategic finance and analytical thinking
• Execution and operational rigor
• Systems and process improvement
• Collaborative partnership and service orientation
• Team leadership and talent development
• Judgment, discretion, and integrity

Work Environment and Location

• Hybrid schedule with an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week.
• Occasional travel to program sites and Board meetings as needed.

Compensation

The pay for this full-time position starts at $175,000 / year or commensurate with experience.
Additionally, a comprehensive benefits package, designed to help our employees stay healthy and plan for their financial future, includes:

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (includes employee/spouse, employee/dependent(s), as well as a partial premium for full family coverage)
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan that matches at 125% for the first 6% of salary contributed (after 6 months)
• Four weeks of vacation (to start), two weeks of sick and 10+ paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (health & dependent care)
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Support for continuing education
• Cell phone allowance & monthly stipend
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Outstanding work culture, including regular opportunities to visit and connect with salmon rivers

To Apply

Submit cover letter and CV to careers@wildsalmoncenter.org and include “Vice-President Finance & Administration” in the subject line. Please note in your cover letter where you learned of this position. This position will be open until filled.

Accounting Manager – Revenue

Location: Portland, Oregon

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Status: Exempt, full-time

The Organization

Wild Salmon Center works to protect some of the most beautiful and productive rivers left on the planet. These “salmon strongholds” are home not only to the king of fish but grizzly bears, bald eagles, orcas, and more than 130 other species that depend on wild salmon. These rivers also support thriving coastal communities and Indigenous cultures. If you are called home to these kinds of wild places and live to protect them, then WSC is the organization for you. The organization also features excellent benefits competitive with major international conservation organizations and offers room for professional growth.

The Position

The Accounting Manager – Revenue is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization’s revenue functions to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with strategic goals. This role provides a strategic connection across all functions of the organization as well as a deep understanding of the specific needs related to revenue budgeting. Day to day activities will include overseeing the various aspects of revenue tracking, working with budget owners and grant staff in developing and maintaining grant budgets, and assisting staff with various revenue related requests.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue:

• Provide strategic oversight of organization’s revenue accounting functions: understanding budgeted and actual revenue amounts, reviewing revenue documentation to determine appropriate revenue allocations,
• Coordinate Grant Budgets: work with Grants team, Conservation staff and Finance staff to develop and track grant budgets for grant proposals and program budgets
• Serve as a liaison between Development, Conservation and Finance: attending Development team update meetings and organization budget meetings to provide insight into revenue forecasts, expectations, and realities
• Facilitate annual Stronghold Fund/Durability internal subgrant award process
• Complete annual Charitable Solicitation Renewal process
• Review and track Pledges Receivable and Accounts Receivable, including Program Revenue
• Track revenue and calculate subgrants related to partner contracts
• Maintain accurate and complete electronic files: Blackbaud, SmartSheets, contracts file
• Work closely with the Development, Conservation staff, and Finance to ensure financial and programmatic compliance
• Provide required reports for auditors

Government Grant Revenue:

• Oversee internal systems for tracking federal, state, and local government requirements and policies for grants and contracts
• Assist Conservation staff in regard to sub-awardee contracts: track sub-awardee expenses, milestones, and matching funds; process invoices; and communicate with sub-awardees and government contacts
• Research and thoroughly understand government policies and procedures related to all WSC’s government grants and contracts; share knowledge with conservation and development staff through trainings, briefings, and written communication
• Complete NICRA application annually

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises support staff within Finance team. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent field
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in accounting
• Interest in pursuing CPA licensure (preferred)
• Experience managing government grants revenue and compliance
• Knowledge of and experience with the Code of Federal Regulations
• Highly skilled and motivated to collaborate across functions to achieve strategic goals for the organization
• Ability to think strategically, analyze complex issues, and develop effective solutions
• Proficiency in relevant financial and project management software and technology: Microsoft Office, Google suite, financial management and CRM systems (SmartSheets, Blackbaud, Questica systems preferred)

Compensation

The pay range for this full-time position starts at $74k, commensurate with experience.

Additionally, a comprehensive benefits package, designed to help our employees stay healthy and plan for their financial future, includes:

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (includes employee/spouse, employee/dependent(s), as well as a partial premium for full family coverage)
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan that matches at 125% for the first 6% of salary contributed
• Three weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick and twelve paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (health & dependent care)
• Support for continuing education
• Cell phone allowance & monthly stipend
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Outstanding work culture, including regular opportunities to visit and connect with salmon rivers

To Apply

Submit cover letter and CV to careers@wildsalmoncenter.org and include “Accounting Manager – Revenue” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted through 10/24/25.

Individual Giving Manager

Title: Individual Giving Manager

Location: Portland, OR

Reports to: Senior Development Manager

Status: Exempt, full-time

The Organization

Wild Salmon Center works to protect some of the most beautiful and productive rivers left on the planet. These “salmon strongholds” are home not only to the king of fish but grizzly bears, bald eagles, orcas, and more than 130 other species that depend on wild salmon. These rivers also support thriving coastal communities and Indigenous cultures. If you are called home to these kinds of wild places and live to protect them, then WSC is the organization for you. The organization also features excellent benefits competitive with major international conservation organizations and offers room for professional growth.

The Team

The Development department is the engine of WSC’s work, raising the funds and building the relationships necessary to advance the organization’s mission. This is a team of detail-oriented, hardworking, and highly collaborative staff who also appreciate work-life balance, are passionate about conservation, and take the time to get out to the places we work so hard to protect. The Development team works in close collaboration with WSC’s Communications department to meet outreach, fundraising, and stewardship goals.

The Position

Wild Salmon Center is at a unique moment in our history as we build on successful, decades-long campaigns across the North Pacific creating durable protections for salmon stronghold rivers – as well as surrounding ecosystems and communities. To bolster this progress and ensure it continues well into the future, WSC is launching a major documentary film project and associated campaign in 2026 that will recruit the next generation of salmon champions. This new, full-time position will enable WSC to take advantage of this opportunity by helping us capture, educate, and engage a new conservation audience with the goal of inspiring them to act, become donors, and increase their support over time. We are looking for a development professional with experience managing grassroots to mid-level fundraising programs, a strong understanding of digital giving trends and platforms, and a passion for environmental protection. This is a hybrid position based in our Portland, Oregon headquarters.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fundraising strategy aimed at acquiring, engaging, and retaining lower-level to mid-level donors, with a focus on digital fundraising, monthly giving, and annual giving campaigns.
  
• Lead copywriting for all fundraising appeals, including direct mail, email, donor acknowledgements, website content, and social media, ensuring consistent voice and compelling donor-centered messaging across platforms.
  
• Create and manage a year-round calendar of appeals, coordinating integrated multi-channel campaigns (email, direct mail, web, and social media) in partnership with WSC’s designers and external vendors.
  
• Serve as the Development team lead for WSC’s email and advocacy platform, Engaging Networks, and confer with the Communications team on annual acquisition and engagement strategies to feed the grassroots advocate and supporter “pipeline”.
  
• Design and implement a refreshed stewardship program for WSC’s monthly, mid-level, and lower-level donors, including tailored email journeys, thank-you gifts and digital engagement opportunities.
  
• Collaborate with Development leadership and external consultants to evaluate program strategy and performance and integrate them into broader fundraising plans and campaigns to meet annual revenue goals.
  
• Monitor conservation programs and campaigns to identify opportunities to align appeals with key milestones, public wins, and policy actions.
  
• Write donor-centered content including “ways to give” spotlights and donor features for print and digital newsletters, annual reports, and social media.
  
• Collaborate with the Development Director to incorporate legacy giving into the broader grassroots fundraising strategy.
  
• Track, analyze, and report on campaign performance for digital and mail appeals, including but not limited to donor retention metrics, email open/click rates, donation form conversions, ads, web pop-ups, and web UX for WSC donors.
  
• Work with Development operations staff to ensure accurate reporting and acknowledgment of contributions and fulfillment of donor benefits.
  
• Monitor trends in the fundraising sector and identify new potential practices, platforms, and revenue channels for the organization.
  
• Coordinate with Events staff to identify and implement grassroots fundraising strategies for community events and occasionally assist with local tabling opportunities.

Desired Qualifications

• 3-5 years of demonstrated experience managing a successful membership or individual giving program.
  
• Strong knowledge of best practices, trends, demographics, and top issues related to grassroots fundraising.
  
• Experience with donation form optimization web UX as it relates online donor conversion.
  
• Experience with digital and direct mail donor acquisition strategies.
  
• Understanding and ability to track, report, and analyze data on membership or individual giving.
  
• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to evoke emotion and action by crafting narratives that highlight impact.
  
• Passion for the environment, conservation, outdoor recreation, and natural resources.
  
• Exemplary attention to detail.
  
• Collaborative and proactive team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge CRM and Engaging Networks preferred.
  
• Aligned with Wild Salmon Center’s mission and values.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Compensation

The pay range for this full-time position is between $70,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience. Additionally, a comprehensive benefits package, designed to help our employees stay healthy and plan for their financial future, includes:

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (includes employee/spouse, employee/dependent(s), as well as a partial premium for full family coverage)
  
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
  
• Life Insurance
  
• 401(k) plan that matches at 125% for the first 6% of salary contributed (after 6 months)
  
• Four weeks of vacation (to start), two weeks of sick and 10+ paid holidays
  
• Flexible Spending Account (health & dependent care)
  
• Support for continuing education
  
• Cell phone allowance & monthly stipend
  
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
  
• Outstanding work culture, including regular opportunities to visit and connect with salmon rivers

To Apply

Submit your application packet to careers@wildsalmoncenter.org including a cover letter, CV and a writing sample demonstrating your proficiency with one of the following: 1) email appeal, 2) direct mail appeal, or 3) acknowledgement letter. Please include “Individual Giving Manager” in the email subject line. Additionally, note in your cover letter where you learned of this position. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

*Note – incomplete applications will not be reviewed for consideration.

Wild Salmon Center is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We will gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please reach out to our Senior Manager of People & Culture at eellis@wildsalmoncenter.org in advance to request assistance.