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- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
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Financial Assistant I

Western University
London, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time
3 days ago

Skills

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Customer service
Microsoft Office
Database management
Accounting
Data entry
Organizational skills
Computer skills
College diploma
Communication skills

Full job description

Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Level: M

Please note, this is an 18-month temporary full-time contract opportunity covering a leave of absence.

Secondments are Welcome

Click here for more details on secondment opportunities.

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The University Advancement division plays a leading role in strengthening awareness of and support for the University’s mission and goals by leading alumni relations and fundraising efforts across campus and beyond. All departments within the Division build enduring alumni and public trust through understanding and support for Western University in a coordinated campus-wide effort that results in the engagement and funding needed to make an impact. There are 3 departments within the Division – Departments of Development, Alumni Relations and Advancement Operations.

The Advancement Operations department is a partner in the University Advancement division in the areas of constituent database and technology services, prospect management and pipeline, prospect research, data analytics and data storytelling, gift and pledge management, records and document management, and financial reconciliation and reporting. In addition, we provide support to the annual planning process as well as budget management, human resources, employee engagement and facilities support for University Advancement.

Responsibilities

As part of the Finance team, the Financial Assistant is responsible for the overall processing of donations to Western University as well as creating and recording associated biographic changes for all constituents using the BBCRM database. This position reports to the Manager, Alumni & Gift Services and provides assistance in supporting the fundraising and engagement strategies of the University Advancement Portfolio.

Qualifications

Education:

2 year Community College Diploma
2 year Community College Diploma in Business Administration preferred

Experience:

Two years’ experience working in a high volume data processing environment
Experience with cash/donation handling
Experience in a fundraising environment with a good understanding of philanthropy and constituent engagement preferred
Experience with Blackbaud products, Adobe products, and Laserfiche preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent data entry skills with high level of accuracy and the proven ability to meet frequent deadlines
Demonstrated general accounting skills
Self-motivated multi-tasker with strong organizational skills
Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively in a team environment with academic and administrative staff, alumni, students and volunteers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the confidence dealing with all levels of an organization
Strong customer service skills to handle enquiries and resolve issues in a professional and timely manner
Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and ability to prioritize work
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Excel, Word and other Microsoft suite products, as well as database management (Blackbaud product skills an asset)
Proven ability and natural inclination to interact with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
Ability to work with social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to facilitate the search for out-of-date constituents’ information

Union Statement

Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA applicants.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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