Director of Finance and Administration

Walker Basin Conservancy

Walker Basin Conservancy leads one of North America’s most ambitious restoration efforts: saving Walker Lake while supporting the communities, agriculture, and wildlife that depend on the Walker River. With roughly 30 full-time and 15 seasonal employees, the Conservancy manages water rights acquisitions, creates public access and provides environmental education, stewards and protects public lands, and operates a native‐plant nursery and seed farm.

The Opportunity

As Director of Finance & Administration (DFA), you will provide financial insight, modernize systems, elevate financial strategy, and guide business operations for a fast-growing, mission-driven organization. Partnering closely with the CEO and program leads, you will translate real-time data into sound decisions and ensure we scale sustainably.

Financial Leadership

• Own accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow, and procurement functions.
• Produce timely, decision-ready monthly statements and dashboards.
• Lead annual financial and Uniform Guidance audits, maintaining unqualified opinions.

Systems & Controls

• Evaluate and upgrade the accounting, payment, and ERP stack; recommend improvements.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and process documentation.

Strategic Partnership

• Present clear financial insights to the board, finance committee, and program managers.
• Model scenarios that guide pricing, capital planning, and new revenue streams.

Team & Culture

• Coach and develop an Accounting Manager, Staff Accountant, and Operations Manager.
• Exemplify WBC values—Make a Difference, Ensure Excellence, Own It.

Administration & Risk

• Oversee HR contractors, insurance, corporate filings, and facilities / fleet policies.
• Ensure compliance across multi-state employment, real-estate holdings, and water rights acquisitions.

Why Join the Conservancy?

• Mission with measurable impact. We get things done. Your work directly accelerates the recovery of a desert lake and its watershed, making changes today that last for generations.
• Room to build. As the organization grows, you’ll have the room to shape finance and operations and see results quickly.
• Balanced lifestyle. Competitive compensation, generous leave, hybrid schedule, and immediate access to Sierra Nevada recreation.

Pay: From $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Exceptional 401(k) plan
• 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development investments