Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln

JOB TITLE
Accounting and Database Administrator

POSITION OVERVIEW
To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter via email to Betsy Weidner, CFO at [email protected] or via mail to 205 S. Fifth St., Ste. 530, Springfield, IL 62701.

Applications will be accepted until March 28, 2025.

The Community Foundation has a rare opportunity for an Accounting and Database Administrator to join its team in Springfield, IL. The Accounting and Database Administrator reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and will play a critical role in supporting the CFO and other team members in the financial and data management functions of the Community Foundation to ensure the smooth operation of accounting processes while maintaining the integrity of the Community Foundation database. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, highly organized, and have a strong understanding of accounting principles and database management.

This is a full-time opportunity and offers health care, dental, vision, and retirement benefits. The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln is an equal opportunity employer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are fundamental duties for this position. However, this is not an exhaustive list. Other duties as assigned.

Accounting Support:

• Assist in processing donor contributions and grant making transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Prepare financial reports as needed, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and assist with audits.
• Help prepare for year-end financial close and tax filings.

Database Management:

• Input, update, and maintain donor and fund data in the donor database.
• Assist with processing gifts, including tracking donations, preparing donor acknowledgments, and generating receipts.
• Assist with processing grants and scholarships.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Assist with running reports and queries to support fundraising and donor engagement efforts.

Administrative Support:

• Assist with general office tasks such as filing, document preparation, and correspondence.
• Provide support for the finance team in preparing materials for board meetings.
• Help maintain the filing system for both hard and electronic documents.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the CFL and other team members to ensure smooth operations among the finance, grants, and donor services teams.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE LAND OF LINCOLN
The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln strengthens central Illinois by providing trusted services and community knowledge to fulfill its mission of Connecting people who care with causes that matter. The Community Foundation administers more than 300 charitable funds with approximately $100 million in total assets and awards millions of dollars in grants and scholarships every year. For more information, visit www.CFLL.org.

ABOUT THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Education:

An associate's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience will also be considered. Experience with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics) and donor management software is a plus.

Desired skills include:

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work with large datasets and generate meaningful reports.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical demands include:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, IL 62701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person