Assistant Vice President, Gift Compliance - Advancement and Alumni Engagement

Discover Your Career at Emory University: Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world\-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description:

The Division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement utilizes resources, technology, and business for the purpose of constituent engagement, donor research and solicitation, and stewardship throughout Emory University and Health Systems. Our mission is to inspire and steward meaningful, lasting relationships that elevate engagement and giving to fulfill Emory’s mission to serve humanity. We are currently seeking an Assistant Vice President, Gift Compliance.

The Operations department plays a crucial role in supporting the administrative and operational needs of the Advancement and Alumni Engagement division. This support encompasses various areas including financial management, data analysis, prospect development, stewardship, gift administration, and fundraising support. This senior member of Operations leads the Gift Operations and the Fund Management teams as a pivotal role in maturing, developing and implementing a strategic plan to cultivate and sustain relationships with donors through accurate gift operations and the efficient utilization of the funds entrusted to advance the mission of Emory. The leader must align these strategies with the organization's mission and long\-term goals to ensure sustainable growth. This position will report to the Senior Associate Vice President.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and leads the Gift Operations and Fund Management teams for Advancement and Alumni Engagement.
• Oversight of all gift compliance programming to ensure proper fund utilization, timely expenditure and proactive fund management collaboratively with Deans, unit Chief Business Officers and Senior leaders across the Emory enterprise.
• Leads and executes in partnership the Philanthropic Fund Management workgroup for a comprehensive view of policy and procedures creating efficiencies, automated reconciliation and reporting and ensuring compliance for fund utilization.
• Ensures abidance to organizational policies, IRS rules and regulations as well as recognizing and mitigating potential legal and reputational risks associated with gift agreements.
• Serves as a lead contributor to data management standards, policies and practices.
• Manages the Gift Operations team and oversight of financial reporting activities including monthly fundraising reports and ad hoc requests.
• Partners with controller's office and tax management office including exception control, gathering \& analyzing fundraising information for financial statements, and balancing \& reconciliation of gift revenue.
• Develops and communicates university \& division policies to ensure compliance.
• Directs projects that include modeling, financial \& operational analytics, and business process improvement.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and optimal resource management within the division.
• Monitors operating procedures to support department activities and increase productivity and quality assurance of gift operations processing.
• Partners with AAE and institutional leadership on specific initiatives and projects.
• Manages a team of professionals.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

In addition to the duties outlined above, the Assistant Vice President may be required to:

• Continuously seek opportunities for improvement and innovation in gift compliance by staying informed about industry trends, exploring new technologies and approaches, and implementing best practices.
• Encourage a culture of learning and growth within the team, fostering an environment where new ideas are welcomed and tested leading to strong program maturation and efficiency.
• This position requires coming in person two days a week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree and ten years of experience in accounting, finance, or business operations with team leadership and staff management experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful candidates will possess extensive experience managing projects, budgets, and financial reports, working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, database and project management software, and CRM systems.
• Advanced proficiency in fundraising reporting and counting.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting systems (FASB 116 and 117 specifically) and IRS regulations with regard to charitable giving and reporting practices, particularly those related to a higher\-education setting.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Proficiency in fundraising reporting and counting.
• Strong database technology and project management skills.
• An aptitude in mastering new software, applications, and databases.
• Strong interpersonal and problem\-solving skills with the ability to work with ambiguity and navigate a complex work environment.
• Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills and possess the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience leading teams, working independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Prior experience in advancement, fundraising, alumni engagement, non\-profit, or a university setting.
• Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322\. Telephone: 404\-727\-9867 (V) \| 404\-712\-2049 (TDD).

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