Fund Administration Accountant

Oregon Community Foundation•Portland, OR

1d•$80,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Fund Administration Accountant (FAA) is responsible for the processing of security contributions; administration of life insurance gifts; serving as backup for key financial functions such as preparing fund statements and generating spending policies; and providing financial information, reports and analysis to OCF’s donors, staff and other interested parties. This position works closely with other departments of the Foundation, particularly the Philanthropic Services department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent experience and education in lieu of a degree
Five or more years’ progressively responsible accounting, finance, or related experience, preferably in a non-profit organization
Strong oral and written communication skills: ability to convey information clearly and effectively, especially to those without a financial background
Excellent working knowledge of MS Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience working in a network environment with enterprise-wide financial systems and integrated databases.
Proficient in problem solving, analysis; uses appropriate level of judgment
Excellent customer service skills; provides service that is courteous and competent, promoting trust and confidence
Comprehensive knowledge of administrative and electronic filing procedures.
Strong organizational skills: detail-oriented and accurate.
Ability to prioritize and manage tasks efficiently, accurately and timely; ability to meet multiple deadlines and quickly shift priorities.
Possess high standards for performance, demonstrates initiative and a willingness to improve and enhance responsibilities of the position.
Cultural agility skills necessary to work effectively with diverse people, teams and communities

Responsibilities

Manage brokerage account relationships, liquidate donated securities and prepare stock sale spreadsheets. Handle high volume of year-end stock gifts and coordinate with other staff, donors and their brokers to provide exceptional donor service
Track life insurance policies; communicate with donors, insurance agents and insurance companies; and process requests for payment. Prepare and submit paperwork when insurance policies come to term
Support the management and liquidation of other non-cash gifts such as real estate and business interests
Respond to requests for financial information for a variety of funds as requested by staff, donors, and other interested parties
Assist donors, staff, and other interested parties in understanding fund financial information; conduct group trainings on occasion
Provide reports on contributions and fund data, in addition to participating in ad hoc business analysis and process improvement projects
Serve as backup for the preparation of fund financial statements in coordination with multiple internal parties
Serve as backup for the calculation of annual spending policies for all funds, and modify as needed
Serve as backup for the assessment of administrative fees for all funds (monthly) and supporting organizations (quarterly)
Respond to audit confirmation requests from auditors for OCF fund balance and activity information
Provide backup support for other Finance and Fund Services staff as requested
Participate on inter-departmental teams regarding organizational policies, processes and work environment