Gift Accounting Specialist

Job Description

The Gift Accounting Specialist is a collaborative and detail-oriented role responsible for supporting revenue operations within Blackbaud CRM. This position works closely with team members to evaluate system upgrades and integrations, ensuring minimal disruption to workflow processes and revenue accuracy. Using database query tools, the specialist provides ad-hoc revenue data analysis and supports strategic initiatives through detailed testing, documentation, and coordination. The role also partners with various advancement areas to ensure the accuracy and completeness of complex gift and donor experiences while maintaining strict confidentiality standards. In addition, the specialist serves as a responsive resource for departmental, university, foundation stakeholders, and donors, contributing to a high-quality donor experience and efficient advancement operations.

Required Qualifications

Previous Blackbaud CRM experience

Previous experience working as a functional liaison with technical teams

Previous data entry and bookkeeping/accounting experience.

Demonstrated proficiency with current computer software such as electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheets and relational database application.

Demonstrated capacity for discretion and for handling confidential information with care.

Demonstrated outstanding communication skills.

Demonstrated capacity to produce business correspondence, document business standard operating procedures, business charts and graphs, and electronic communications.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or associate's degree in accounting or information technology related field

Experience with a database query tool

Experience with high-level customer/donor relationship management

Higher Education Advancement experience

Pay Band

3

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$45,000 - $55,000

Hours per week

40+ hours per week

Review Date

May 15, 2025

Additional Information

Unable to sponsor work visas.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

 

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