Cash Accounting Specialist

Under general supervision, the Cash Accounting Specialist handles various tasks related to donor pledge payments. The primary duties of this position are the payment application to donor pledges, account adjustments, journal entries, and collection reports. This position is responsible for cash application, credit card processing, refunds, lockbox interfaces, daily cash deposits, and other cash duties, and performs special projects as needed. This position reports to the Director of Investment Pools. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Records all lockbox deposits and mail deposits daily. Applies payments to donor’s pledge accounts. Research payment related questions. Processes credit card payments and credits as needed. Maintains Credit Card Schedule of recurring payments. Prepares daily report of web credit card transactions and reconciles to Web Processor report. Prepares Journal entries and applies payments for Web Transactions. Prepares adjustments to donor accounts as needed. Prepares routine journal entries. Prepares weekly collection report. Prepares account reconciliations as needed. Prepares Excel imports to CRM system. Files and processes all work related materials regularly. Interacts professionally on a regular basis with staff. Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed. QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training and/or Experience High school diploma or GED. Minimum 1-2 years previous experience in an office environment. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics Experience with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, with internet use. Experience with Adobe Acrobat, specifically knowledge in editing and manipulating documents. High attention to detail, follow-up, self‑motivated, proactive, and solution focused. Ability to maintain an established record‑keeping system and office procedures. Ability to express self effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to tactfully and effectively deal with staff in a personable and professional manner. Ability to work independently with general direction. Maintains a high level of energy and a consistent positive attitude. Ability to manage high volumes of work at peak times of year. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate’s degree in business. 2 years in accounting or bookkeeping position. Salesforce experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr