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Coordinator, Accounting and Fund Services

Coordinator, Accounting and Fund Services

 The Accounting and Fund Services Coordinator plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the Foundation’s accounting and financial services function. This position is responsible for applying standard fund accounting principles and procedures in working with the Foundation’s financial records, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and compliance with nonprofit financial regulations. 
The position works closely with the Director of Foundation Accounting and Financial Services and collaborates cross-functionally with the Foundation’s fundraising, scholarships and grants, donor database, accounts payable, as well as all other Foundation departments integral in the financial integrity of the institution. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and flexible accounting professional who thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment and works well in a collaborative environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
The following listing of essential job duties indicates the general nature and level of work required in this job. This is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all the activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required in this job. Individuals assigned to this job may be asked to perform other duties as required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.
Applicants may be asked to demonstrate any or all of the following duties:

1.Analyzes and reconciles various accounts to the General Ledger including but not limited to A/R, Investments, Payroll, Benefits, Payables, Receipts, Accruals, Deferrals, Assets and Liabilities.
2.Compiles complex spreadsheets from payroll records for employee benefits. Reconciles payroll benefits to finance records. Identifies and resolves problems and inconsistencies with benefit calculations for current and past employees, and determines appropriate corrective procedures.
3.Acts as a liaison between supervisor and other foundation areas and college departments. Coordinates and communicates with relevant personnel to correct records, resolve discrepancies, and promote process improvements.
4.Works with the fundraising team to reconcile donations and pledges and ensure proper donor and fund coding, as well as working closely with the Donor Database Coordinator to align gift and financial records.
5.Assist and work with Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate payments and allocations.
6.Participate and assist in budgeting and forecasting.
7.Prepares monthly journal entries and financial reports as required.
8.Performs monthly reconciliation of all cash activity and bank statements. Researches and resolves discrepancies as needed.
9.Prepares routine billings to the SCFActs as a liaison between Foundation Finance and the SCF various departments to resolve discrepancies.
10.Provides training/coaching for various College staff regarding accounting processes and procedures with regard to the accounting cycle and needs.
11.Assists with various audit requests by providing information, schedules and reports.
12.Acts as a backup for the Director of Foundation Financial Services. Provides support to the Foundation and AVP, Finance/Controller, Associate Controller and any other related persons involved in the Foundation or College financial record keeping as required.
13.Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications :
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or business from an accredited university and three to five years of relevant experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Relevant Experience: Experience with Financial Edge, Raisers Edge and Banner preferred. Advanced Excel spreadsheet experience  Required. Experience with all Microsoft Office suite required.

•Supervisory Experience:
No supervisory experience required.


Apply today at :https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scf/jobs/5050352/coordinator-accounting-and-fund-services


Salary Range $41,453.00-$65,495.00


Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : Bachelors Degree

Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level

Job Function : Finance

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