Assistant Director of Foundation Accounting

🇺🇸 Normal, IL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $57K - $62K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ November 20th, 2025

CRM

Edtech.com's Summary

Illinois State University is hiring an Assistant Director of Foundation Accounting. This role manages the proper expenditure of donor funds in line with donor agreements, regulations, and university policies while collaborating with various university departments to ensure compliance and maximize fund utilization.

Highlights

Manage donor funds to ensure compliance with donor intent, federal and state regulations, and cash disbursement policies.
Collaborate with Advancement Operations, Development, Financial Aid, and various university partners including deans and department chairs.
Provide strategic support and stewardship for campus fund administrators.
Require proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM, accounting software, and SharePoint preferred.
Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Communications, or a related field, plus three years of relevant professional experience.
Strong communication, data analysis, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills are essential.
Salary range is $57,000 to $62,000 annually.
Work within the University Advancement division, specifically Advancement & Foundation Operations.
Responsible for meeting deadlines, tracking goals and metrics, and maintaining confidentiality of donor data.
Core work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.