Finance & Development Manager

This person is the “engine room” — the one who ensures fundraising execution runs flawlessly while freeing up the Executive Director to focus on overall fundraising strategy, major gift development, and promoting the organization at external events/meetings, etc. The Finance & Development Manager manages gift processing, donor systems and tracking, campaign execution support, event logistics, and financial tracking. They ensure fundraising operations are accurate, timely, and donor centered. The Finance & Development Manager is highly organized, detail-oriented, and is someone who thrives in both the behind-the-scenes systems work as well as high-energy fundraising moments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Gift Processing & Donor Database Management (35%)

• Process all donations (online, check, stock, corporate match, DAF) accurately and promptly.

• Ensure timely acknowledgement letters and tax receipts.

• Maintain and reconcile donor database (CRM) records.

• Track pledges, recurring gifts, and payment schedules.

• Manage donor segmentation and list pulls for campaigns.

• Maintain data integrity and reporting accuracy.

2. Campaign Execution & Fundraising Support (35%)

• Execute logistics for annual campaigns (communications, mailings, online setup, tracking, etc).

• Coordinate campaign calendars and deadlines.

• Design marketing materials, create graphics, mailings, etc.

• Prepare donor lists, tracking reports, and progress dashboards.

• Support Executive Director with business sponsorship fulfillment.

• Coordinate matching gift outreach and follow-up.

3. Event Logistics (10%)

• Support Board Events Committee with operational planning and logistics for events.

• Manage registration platforms and guest lists.

• Support coordination with vendors, venues, timelines, and materials.

• Support Executive Director and Board Events Committee in tracking sponsorships.

4. Budget Preparation & Financial Tracking (10%)

• Partner with the Executive Director, Board President, and Board Treasurer to track revenue and expenses against the budget.

• Prepare financial updates for monthly board meetings.

• Reconcile development reports with accounting.

5. Systems & Process Improvement (10%)

• Evaluate and improve development systems, including identifying opportunities to streamline processes through technology, automation, and improved system integration.

Success Measures: 

• In partnership with the Executive Director, meet or exceed annual fundraising targets ($2.7M).

• Maintain clean data and timely reporting.

• Annual parent campaign runs on schedule, with real-time tracking of revenue.

• Seamless events where the Executive Director and Board Members can focus on event strategy and relationships.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Executive Director

• Works closely with: Board Treasurer, Board Events Committee, Board Marketing Committee

Experience:

• 2–4 years in nonprofit development operations or fundraising support.

• Strong CRM/database management experience.

• Experience supporting fundraising events.

• Familiarity with budget tracking and financial reporting.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range

The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise in nonprofit finance and fundraising operations.

Benefits

LGEF offers a benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Flexible or hybrid work arrangements when appropriate

Professional Growth

As LGEF continues to grow its fundraising capacity and community impact, this role offers opportunities for expanded leadership responsibilities and compensation growth.

Submission Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@lgef.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.