Reports to: Director, Gift Administration
Purpose: Responsible for the prompt and accurate processing and recording of all gifts and pledges, including checks, credit cards, and EFTs. The role ensures strict adherence to internal controls, policies (especially the 72-hour turnaround), and CASE standards. This position supports donor acknowledgment, assists in drafting gift agreements, and generates essential financial reports.
Responsibilities:Gift Processing and Accuracy: Coordinate and manage the accurate and timely processing of all daily gift batches, pledges, and unique transactions, adhering to the 72-hour turnaround receipting policy. Compliance & Data Integrity: Ensure all processing methods comply with CASE standards and related tax laws. Conduct data verification, cleansing, and updates to maintain high data integrity in the advancement database. Financial Support & Reporting: Assist the Controller's Office with the reconciliation and monthly close process. Generate required financial reports, dashboards, and assist the Director in drafting gift agreements. Donor Acknowledgment: Produce gift receipts and individualized acknowledgement letters promptly, ensuring donor records are consistent and accurate across all Advancement units.
Requirements:Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or business is highly desired.
Experience:Minimum 5 years of experience, preferably in higher education.
Skills:Data Management: Highly detail-oriented and comprehend a complex database, policies, and procedures. Software Proficiency: Extensive experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and knowledge of any CRM. Process Learning: Ability to quickly learn the principles and practices of gift counting and complex data entry. Accountability & Compliance: Ability to prioritize work and perform multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and adherence to deadlines. Strong commitment to the highest standards of customer service and professionalism; maintains confidentiality, and a strong work ethic. Communication and Collaboration: Exemplary interpersonal skills to clearly explain policies to all internal and external customers. Ability to take responsibility, work well as a team member and independently. Fluent in written and verbal English and Arabic.
This position is open until September 6, 2026Placement is based on the candidate’s experience and skills. Only candidates who make it to the shortlist will be contacted
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