Lead Gift Processor (Accounting Technician III)

Job Title

Lead Gift Processor

Classification

Accounting Technician III

AutoReqId

549799

Department

Central Development

Division

Vice President, University Advancement

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,166 - $7,312 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,166 - $4,500 per month)

Appointment Type

Temporary

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 Lead Gift Processor (Accounting Technician III). 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 to the Director of Gift Compliance and Data Services, the Lead Gift Processor oversees all activities related to gift processing. This includes executing established policies and procedures for the successful recording, maintenance, receipting, documenting, and collection of private gifts and grants to CSU Fullerton and its Colleges, Departments, and Programs. The Lead Gift Processor also ensures the quality of gift record data and oversees customer service related to the University’s charitable contributions. Coordinates the day-to-day gift processing activities and ensures accuracy and timeliness of these processes, asses and recommends areas of improvement, including the development and modification of department data standards, and implementing more automated processes for consistency. Daily responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, and consolidating deposits, as well as serving as the main liaison for the CSUF foundation. Additionally, the Lead Gift Processor oversees gift processes to ensure all charitable contributions to the university are completed in a complete, prompt manner, following IRS and Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) guidelines and respecting donors' intentions. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Four years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Comprehensive knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical and general office methods, procedures, and practices; and basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Ability to interpret and apply a wide variety of written rules and regulations. Ability to maintain accounting records for funds, programs, or activities involving multiple transactions. Ability to compile, verify, and reconcile financial data. Use current computer word