GIFT PROCESSOR

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.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• 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.

Education & Knowledge

• 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

Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 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

Preferred skills

• 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

Any satisfactory combination of experience, training and/or education which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above qualifications.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Fast paced, with significant people interaction. Occasional lifting over 30 pounds to set up for events, minimal reaching, bending and stooping. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard, mouse and phone. Must pass drug and alcohol test and criminal background check.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an "at will" employment relationship.

Salary : $20 - $23