Gift Processor (Accounting Technician II)

Job Title

Gift Processor

Classification

Accounting Technician II

AutoReqId

551531

Department

Central Development

Division

Vice President, University Advancement

Salary Range

Classification Range $3,872 - $6,428 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,872 - $4,000 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

A strong foundation of supporters is essential to enhancing academic innovation, empowering students, transforming campus structures and enriching the community. Through gifts large and small, Cal State Fullerton elevates the potential of our remarkable students. The office of Central Development is dedicated to increasing community, tradition, and contributions to the University by working together with the campus community. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Gift Processor (Accounting Technician II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity.

Reporting directly to the Director of Gift, Compliance and Data Services, the Gift Processor executes the necessary daily activities to record, document, and receipt all gifts and memberships received by the CSU Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation in a timely and accurate manner. The Gift Processor will be responsible for maintaining donor database records, conducting quality controls, processing, and maintaining monthly payroll deduction gifts, and responding to inquiries from University Advancement staff regarding gift deposits. Requires considerable judgment, initiative, and independence in all aspects of cash receipts/accounts receivable accounting. Provides considerable support for complex accounting processes and exceptional customer service to division and campus partners in person and over the phone. The Gift Processor will serve as the primary contact person for the matching gift program for CSU Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided thorough knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical and general office methods, procedures, and practices. Must be able to apply accounting procedures and practices to the analysis of basic accounting problems; analyze and interpret accounting data; apply problem solving techniques in finding solutions to basic accounting problems; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; use current computer word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems, such as student accounting, cashiering and student financial aid; work independently; and make sound decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed sati