Alaska Operations Manager - Nonprofit Admin & Finance

National Audubon Society; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Audubon Society in Anchorage, Alaska seeks an Operations Manager to lead the statewide Alaska program’s operations, budget, HR, IT, and administrative systems. The role reports to the Vice President, Alaska, and collaborates with colleagues across the Americas to advance conservation work while ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Hybrid work arrangement requires in-office presence Mondays and Tuesdays, plus two additional days per month.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, non‑profit management, or related field; at least five years’ experience in operations, logistics, or program management.
• Exceptional organizational ability, attention to detail, and a can‑do attitude.
• Proven ability to move tasks to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a small team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; working knowledge of Salesforce and Crystal Reports is desirable.
• Proficiency with scheduling and managing Zoom meetings.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Commitment to Audubon’s values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments.
• Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain administrative systems that support Alaska program operations and ensure compliance.
• Support the annual budget planning process for Alaska; prepare and summarize budget reports.
• Coordinate workflows, meetings, travel, and communications; record meeting minutes.
• Coordinate Alaska Advisory Board activities, meetings, and materials.
• Maintain an annual calendar of key dates and deadlines for activities.
• Serve as financial point of contact: payables/receivables, reporting, controls.
• Code invoices and coordinate with Finance and Development teams.
• Manage contracts with internal partners and external entities.
• Assist with development activities: donor materials, acknowledgements, stewardship.
• Assist with grant proposals and reporting; coordinate funder correspondence.
• Update donor records in Salesforce with accurate activity notes.
• Manage HR processes including onboarding and transitions.
• Manage IT tools, cloud systems, and staff training support.
• Provide office administration and vendor coordination; act as local staff contact.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas on shared priorities.
• Maintain safety culture and support philanthropy and public funding efforts.
• Assist with outreach and public engagement activities as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Written communication

Confidentiality

MS Office

Salesforce

Crystal Reports

Zoom scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business/nonprofit

Tools

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Salesforce

Crystal Reports

Zoom

Job description

The National Audubon Society in Anchorage, Alaska seeks an Operations Manager to lead the statewide Alaska program’s operations, budget, HR, IT, and administrative systems. The role reports to the Vice President, Alaska, and collaborates with colleagues across the Americas to advance conservation work while ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Hybrid work arrangement requires in-office presence Mondays and Tuesdays, plus two additional days per month.