Financial Analyst Senior

Job Summary

UK Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Gift Accounting and Data Specialist in the Office of Gift Receiving. The Gift Receiving Gift Accounting and Data Specialist will report to the Director of Gift Receiving and be responsible for maintaining gift and data integrity for the University with a primary focus on gift recording and accounting, advancement fee processing and cash handling operations. This individual will:

• review all gift and pledge data to ensure accuracy
• facilitate advancement fee processing on daily gift batches
• prepare JV transfers for corrections to gift deposits and/or fee assessments
• manage log for tracking the receipt of gifts/commitments and maintain on-line storage of all gift and pledge batch documentation

Additional advancement fee responsibilities include:

• assisting colleges with documentation for journal vouchers by providing gift reports upon request
• advising on the processing of journal vouchers for corrections and identifying training needs or opportunities related to the University advancement fee

This position will back up the Gift Processors and Gift Acknowledgment Coordinator and participate in the ongoing development of the UK Philanthropy and Alumni donor database implementation. This position requires an understanding of:

• UK Philanthropy gift policies and procedures
• IRS charitable donation acceptance regulations as well as a knowledge of University accounting principles
• fundraising practices
• industry best practices and established data standards

This individual must have the ability to work quickly and accurately with detail in a busy environment with frequent calculating, a variety of interrelated tasks and sustained concentration. The Gift Accounting and Data Specialist will work cooperatively as a member of the Gift Receiving team to promote a positive work environment and model excellent customer service.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT- Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency.

By applying for a position within UK PAE, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team!

Internal Employee Being Considered

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Working knowledge of gift cost center, fund, document and account reconciliation transactions in SAP. CRM database and reporting experience preferred. Proficient or higher ability in performing complex tasks in Microsoft Office Excel and Word.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelors' degree plus four or more years of related experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply 07/07/2024 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.