Assistant Director of Gift Accounting Advancement and Alumni Engagement at Emory

Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.DescriptionThe Division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement utilizes resources technology and business for the purpose of constituent engagement donor research and solicitation and stewardship throughout Emory University and Emory Healthcare. Our mission is to inspire and steward meaningful lasting relationships that elevate engagement and giving to fulfill Emorys mission to serve humanity. AAE is a high-performance team built on innovative ideas trust and accountability. We foster collaborative connections and value inclusion. We are currently seeking an Assistant Director of Gift Accounting.The Gift Accounting team is responsible for receiving and processing gifts for Emory University and Emory Healthcare. They generate monthly pledge reminders maintain biographical records and provide operational and statistical reports to the Division and Controllers Office. This position will report to the Senior Associate Director of Gift Accounting.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews analyzes and reconciles daily gifts and other receivables between the advancement database normalized reporting tables and the Universitys financial accounting system. Assists senior staff with reviewing and auditing gift transactions for accuracy. Provides back up support for daily gift deposits credit card processing payroll gifts return check adjustments and correspondence. Provides data support to the department by recording specialized gift related transactions i.e. stock gifts gift-in-kind donations wire gifts. Prepares journal transactions balances accounts reconciles errors investigates exception items and takes corrective action when appropriate. Prepares on a monthly basis balanced schedules of gift related transactions to the controllers office internal audit and the Universitys external auditor. Provides audit support to internal and external auditors. Performs related responsibilities as required.ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS: In addition to the duties outlined above the Assistant Director may be required to: Work additional hours and some holidays during peak times including but not limited to fiscal year end and calendar year end activity.This position requires coming in person two days a week.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree and two years of experience in an office setting OR an equivalent combination of experience education and/or training.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful candidates will possess experience with budget and financial reporting various technologies including digital imaging advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite mass email applications database and project management software and CRM systems. High proficiency in ten-key data entry (number pad). Strong organizational written and verbal communication skills interpersonal and problem-solving skills the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with the ability to navigate a complex work environment. Commitment to delivering excellent customer service the ability to work collaboratively and comfort working with ambiguity. Prior experience in advancement fundraising alumni engagement non-profit or a university setting. Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines. Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.Additional DetailsEmory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. 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We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Invoicing,Accounting Tally,Accounting & Finance,General Ledger Accounting,Microsoft Excel,PMP,Financial Accounting,Financial Analysis,Payroll,Financial Recouncilation,Financial statement,ACCA,CPA,Financial Reporting,Bookkeeping Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1