GIFT PROCESSOR

MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC•Portland, OR

5d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Meals on Wheels People is an organization founded in and by the community! Over the past 50 years, our non-profit has helped thousands of older adults in the Portland Metro area keep their independence through weekly meal delivery and social connections. Our culture reflects our five values: integrity, commitment, respect, inclusion, creativity, and TEAMWORK. With over 20 meal delivery centers throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties, our staff and thousands of volunteers ensure that no adult over 60 goes hungry or experiences social isolation. Make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment that values your well-being. Enjoy the benefits of a four-day workweek, ample quality time off, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k)-retirement plan, pet insurance, a wellness program, mileage reimbursement for meal delierys, professional development opportunities, and an Employee Assistance Program though Magellan Healthcare. We are looking for a Gift Processor who will be responsible for processing, receipting, and acknowledging all financial contributions in accordance with IRS and MOWP GAP standards. The person in this role handles gift processing, maintenance of donor and financial records, and assists in developing SOPs for gift processing and receipting. The Gift processor collaborates with development team members to implement stewardship strategies and best practice to help cultivate relationships with new and existing donors. The person in this role works closely with the Sr. Fundraising and Database Manager and Finance staff on monthly and annual reconciliation as well as assists department staff with general administrative tasks and special events as needed.

Requirements

Associate's Degree or combination of relevant experience
Familiarity with basic gift accounting principles, relevant IRS rulings, and charitable gift guidelines.
Knowledge of Fundraising in the non-profit environment
Understanding of professional fundraising ethics and codes of conduct
Experience in financial operations, record keeping, transaction inquiry and cash or cash-equivalent handling
Experience with fundraising and relationship management database tools such as Raiser's Edge NXT software, eTapestry, SalesForce or equivalent
A commitment to exceptional donor relations and stewardship
Strong interpersonal and communications skills including tact, patience, and courtesy
Agility with information management software including MS Word & Excel - ability to work with large and complex file banks, spreadsheets, and databases
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal and presentation skills
Passion for building relationships and working with people
Proven success in a fast-paced environment and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
Skill and ability to consistently produce results and achieve goals and objectives
Skill, motivation and ability to effectively communicate and work with diverse populations
Willing to work limited extended hours to support special activities and other deadlines
Passion for serving seniors in our community

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Fundraising in the non-profit environment
Experience with fundraising and relationship management database tools such as Raiser's Edge NXT software, eTapestry, SalesForce or equivalent

Responsibilities

Accurately enters and receipts gift checks, valuing and entering stock gifts, online gifts, monthly gifts, directly deposited gifts, attaches financial records etc. using Raiser’s Edge NXT
Researches and resolves discrepancies in donor and financial records
Obtains and maintains a proper backup for all gifts
Completes closing duties each month, reconciling gift activity with finance department staff
Generates appropriate acknowledgements and/or receipts for donors in a timely manner
Assists in database maintenance tasks
Assists in overseeing and training on-call staff
Follows up with donor inquiries via telephone, email, and or mail
Manages volunteer projects (envelope stuffing, handwriting cards)
Tracks and reports progress using specific metrics
Assists department staff with general administrative tasks and special events as assigned
Other duties as assigned.