We are looking for an outstanding individual who wants to join a dynamic, fast moving, and experienced team to help the Community Foundation serve our donors and community – Donor Relations Assistant • Accounting Clerk

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Donor Relations Assistant

As part of the donor relations team at the Community Foundation, the donor relations assistant will provide organizational and logistical support to the Donor Relations Officer and Foundation Vice President.

The donor relations team works with donors (individuals, families, nonprofits and corporations) to identify their giving style, passions and desired results. We highlight community opportunities and issues to help donor’s respond to what they care about most.

This position will primarily provide key administrative support for the donor relations team, help plan Foundation events, as well as maintain and update the donor database. Primary responsibilities for this position are outlined below.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the donor database and record keeping
• Help to plan and provide logistical support for Foundation events
• Process gift receipts
• Process special project and event gifts
• Maintain fund and donor files
• Manage the Vice President’s calendar, including setting up donor meetings
• Coordinate and provide administrative support for the creation of donor mailings and communications
• Respond to donor inquiries as needed
• Compile reports and materials for presentations, including Power Point
• Maintain notes and agenda for team meetings

The ideal candidate is interested in exploring philanthropy and its role in our community, no experience in the field required. You do need to familiarize yourself with the Community Foundation and our entire family of funds and partners. You need to be able to handle a sometimes-frantic pace, but you’ll have a chance to explore the exciting and rewarding world of philanthropy.

Qualifications

Our donor relations assistant will have strong customer service skills, refined communication skills, is self-motivated and can be trusted with sensitive information while paying strict attention to detail and accuracy.

• Minimum two years’ experience in a customer service type role
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience with a database (We use iphi or “stellar”)
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Work occasionally in the evening
• Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Flexibility in meeting changing demands
• Sensitivity to confidential matters is required
• Ability to succeed in a team environment and work with people and organizations of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and cultures

Position Expectations

• Full time, salary
• Health benefits, Paid Time Off, 403b
• Immediate opening
• In-person position based in Port Huron, MI. Some flexibility for remote work.

Please email your resume to [email protected]

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Accounting Clerk

Responsibilities

Specific routine responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Gift and Accounts Receivable processing
• Accounts payable and grants payable processing
• Payroll processing and employment reporting
• Maintaining subsidiary records as applicable
• Other duties supporting the Senior Staff Accountant and/or Director of Finance as requested.

The Clerk will assist the Foundation’s Director of Finance and Senior Accountant in carrying out specific financial functions of the Community Foundation and its supporting organizations.   We believe this is an ideal opportunity for young professionals early in their careers, those re-entering the job market with young children or retirees looking to continue working for a few additional years. 

Qualifications

• Prior Accounts Payable / Receivable Experience Preferred
• Strong Organization, Time Management, Problem-Solving and Communication Skills
• Self-motivated with ability to succeed in a team environment working with people/organizations of diverse backgrounds, experiences and cultures, and can be trusted with sensitive information while paying strict attention to detail and accuracy.

Position Framework

• 35 or 40 hours/week position with flexibility dependent upon candidate’s situation
• Hybrid In-person/Remote Schedule Available

Salary and Benefits Package

• $49,000 – $60,000 Position Range
• Paid Time Off
• Short-term, Long-term & Life Insurance
• Healthcare/Opt-Out (with 40-hour position)

Please email your resume to [email protected] by Friday, May 12, 2023, including “Accounting Clerk Position” on the subject line.