Gift Processing Coordinator

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

Responsible for processing a diverse range of gift transactions, sometimes of a complex and higher-level nature, in a prompt and accurate manner in addition to other basic accounting functions.

The following duties reflect management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Ownership of the accounts receivable/gift processing process:

• Gift receipt: code, review, ensure compliance with policy.
• Gift receipt: stock, mutual fund, planned gift, gift in kind.
• Gift corrections.
• Pledge receipt: set-up, code, review, restructure.
• Gift acknowledgment letters.
• Pledge reminders.
• Act as a liaison to University stakeholders for matters relating to gifts.

General Accounting:

• Prepare routine journal entries.
• Prepare gift account reconciliations.
• Assist in annual audit.
• Assist in calendar year-end tax receipts.
• Other duties and back-up/cross-training responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience in a business setting;
  One (1) year minimum experience with a Bachelor’s degree;
  Three (3) years or more without a Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience with donor management software preferred.
• High proficiency level with Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Demonstrated ability to pay strong attention to detail with strong analytical skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
• General understanding of accounting principles including fund accounting required.