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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Associate Director of Gift Fund Accounting and Integrity– Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities include:

Management and oversight of gift funds, including set-up, adequate documentation, modifications, closures, fund utilization, and gift integrity.Supervise gift administration, including establishing new gift numbers and data entry in all IA systems and obtaining gift documentation.Analyze fund activity and balances to ensure gift spending is properly utilized in accordance with the donor’s intent and the university’s strategic plan.Oversee the implementation of gift integrity/compliance initiatives to ensure donor intent.Provide support, including research and solution-focused responses to university stakeholders and/or budget managers upon request for information.Manage and monitor the volume of informational requests to ensure responses are provided in a timely manner.Collaborate with management and legal counsel, where applicable, when evaluating changes to gift funds and/or use of funds.Provide training and ongoing education for university stakeholders regarding policies, procedures, and best practices for fund utilization, donor intent, and gift compliance/integrity.Collaborate with technical and general accounting teams to ensure the timely use of funds and flow of information.Provide support and collaborate with the development team to steward donor expectations and ensure gift funds are managed in alignment with the University’s mission and strategic goals.Demonstrate and facilitate excellent customer service to stakeholders when providing guidance, responding to questions, and delivering training.Support annual reporting to provide endowment report information both internally and externally.Represent FAU Foundation and Institutional Advancement in appropriate departmental meetings and/or University committees.Supervise direct reports, manage the allocation of tasks, and ensure completion in a timely manner.Provide cross-training within the area of responsibility and throughout the department.Other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php Sick Leave Pool Program Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf  Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

High-level of management/supervisory experience, with the ability to lead and engage multiple direct reports, stakeholders, and disciplines.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Expert proficiency with MS Excel. Experienced proficiency with MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and other administrative requirements.

Able to work independently and as part of a team, manage projects, determine priorities, and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with month-end reporting deadlines.
Familiarity Workday ERP system.

Experience with government and/or not-for-profit accounting standards.

Work experience in the industry of higher education.

Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.

CPA or other related industry certification.

Salary:

$110,000 - $125,000 per year.
Full-time, Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Institutional Advancement: Operations Management

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; additional hours as needed.

Application Deadline:

2025-01-01

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

**UPDATE TO JOB POSTING TITLE ONLY**.

Eligible for flex scheduling at the discretion of the supervisor.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711