(Finance and Endowments Officer)
Office of Development and Alumni Engagement
(Three-Year Contractual Position)
DUTIES
The successful applicant will be responsible for leading financial efficiencies and operating processes in gift administration, to ensure protection of the Universities charitable status. Other responsibilities include office budget oversight, payables, receivables, trust fund tracking, and as well, managing the staff responsible for gift administration and budget. The Finance Officer will work not only with the Office of Development but also SAO’s/Finance Managers in other University departments; including Financial and Administrative services to ensure accurate administration of Memorial’s Trust Funds.
Duties include managing and reconciling of trust funds; generating accurate and detailed annual donor endowment reports; establishing quality control processes based on the University’s statement of Investment Policy and Objectives (SIPO) for endowed and non-endowed funds; ensuring funds are available for awarding and that the award adheres to the gift agreement; ensuring accurate accounting of restricted and unrestricted accounts for endowments; compiling and disseminating gift reports to various constituents; ensuring compliance with Federal government guidelines (CRA) in the coordination of gift receipting and acknowledgement process; preparing budget submissions and analyzing monthly budget activity; managing and reconciling financial and statistical reports for the FACT book, the CRA Charity Return, and the Board of Regents based on daily donation and pledge data; and performing other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience (5-7 years) in a field related to finance or accounting, preferably with a charitable organization; an Undergraduate degree in business administration; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and Microsoft Excel is required. Problem solving skills and demonstrated attention to detail are requirements. Understanding University policies and procedures, Banner Finance, and Raiser’s Edge NXT are considered assets. Knowledge of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) registered charities guidelines and compliance activities would be also be an asset. An accounting designation is desirable but not required.
SALARY $66,092 - $90,126 per annum (Management and Professional)
An upscale hiring step will apply to this position (Step 8)
CLOSING DATE April 26, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. NDT
COMPETITION NO. MUN02742
Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website https://www.mun.ca/hr/careers/
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.
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