Director of Gift Accounting

Director Of Gift AccountingGeorgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.The Director acts as a primary liaison between Advancement and Finance as it relates to the audit of gifts and provides a secondary review of all gift entry more than $100,000 including but not limited to named funds in support of the university's fundraising activities. Ensures accurate recording of pledges, outright gifts, and pledge payments in compliance with GAAP. Enforces the university gift policies and procedures; and provides expertise and consultation to the constituents across the University related to proper set-up, recording, accounting and spending of various types of gifts. The current campaign fundraising goal is $3 billion through 2026. The Office of Gift Administration is responsible for 120,000+ annual gift and pledge transactions. Ensures the data integrity of charitable donation information as well as monitoring data quality within the unit and beyond while adhering to departmental policies and procedures, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements including those outlined by CASE, NACUBO, FASB, GASB, and the IRS. The Director participates in the system analysis of a donor database, which includes gift policy administration, gift and data acceptance and entry, and user training.The Director of Gift Accounting reports to the Senior Director, Gift Administration. This position supervises three FTE. This position works closely with various departments within Advancement, and across campus with Financial Affairs, General Accounting Office, and with the budget administrators across campus.Bachelor's degree required. At least 5 to 7 years of experience including systems and data management experience. CPA, master's degree in a finance related specialization or other professional qualifications preferred. Significant relevant and progressively responsible experience in a sophisticated fundraising environment. Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills. Experience with major fundraising database systems such as Salesforce. Strong analytical skills, with a demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, gift and fund accounting. Excellent planning skills with the ability to identify, clarify and articulate a projects' purpose, goals, and outcomes. Ability to align unit goals with greater organizational goals and leverage institutional knowledge to advance programs, services, and offerings. Strong business acumen and the ability to make thoughtful decisions. Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and donors.This position has been designated as Hybrid. Pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $80,429.00 - $157,238.93. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.