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Illinois State University

Assistant Director of Foundation Accounting

🇺🇸 Normal, IL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $66K - $71K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ December 12th, 2025

CRM

Edtech.com's Summary

Illinois State University is hiring an Assistant Director of Foundation Accounting. The role involves ensuring donor funds are expended according to donor intent agreements, regulations, and policies. The position collaborates with various university departments to maximize fund use and ensure compliance and stewardship of donor contributions.

Highlights
  • Ensure donor funds are spent according to agreements, Federal and State regulations, and Foundation policies.
  • Serve as a strategic resource to campus fund administrators and collaborate with multiple university partners including Advancement Operations, Financial Aid, and the Office of the Provost.
  • Work within the Advancement Operations division that includes Advancement Technology Services, Gift Processing, Prospect Research, and Donor Engagement.
  • Required skills include data analysis, reviewing accounting documents, Microsoft Office proficiency, and strong communication abilities.
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and five years of professional experience in development, donor relations, advancement operations, or accounting are required.
  • Preferred experience includes fund compliance, accounting or expense processing, CRM software, accounting software, and SharePoint.
  • Salary range: $65,678 - $70,678 annually.
  • Must maintain confidentiality of donor data and demonstrate strong teamwork and self-motivation.
  • Work hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
  • Position requires effective daily communication, ability to remain at a workstation for extended periods, and mobility around campus as needed.