JewishColumbus · 14 hours ago
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expJewishColumbus is dedicated to creating a vibrant and secure Jewish community. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounts receivable operations, ensuring accurate financial data, and supporting donor finance activities within a high-volume fundraising environment.
Non-profit Organization Management
Hiring Manager
Alice Hilliard
Responsibilities
Prepare and make weekly bank deposits for all funds received
Record daily deposits in Salesforce and Foundant, including lockbox transactions, cash, checks, credit cards, stock gifts, wires, and ACH payments
Process lockbox files and reconcile donor systems to bank activity
Run weekly general ledger exports from Salesforce to Foundant
Prepare monthly accounts receivable and pledge aging reports
Support tracking of multi-year pledges and campaign receivables
Work with Development team to prepare and distribute quarterly donor pledge reminder statements and agency billing statements
Compile documentation for annual write-off review of outstanding donor balances
Work with Development to prepare and distribute donor acknowledgments and tax receipts in compliance with IRS regulations
Support internal controls related to cash handling and segregation of duties
Ensure compliance with donor intent, gift agreements, and restricted fund accounting
Maintain audit-ready documentation for receivables and cash
Monitor accuracy and consistency between Salesforce, Foundant, and bank records
Identify, research, and resolve discrepancies
Participate in system improvements, upgrades, and process automation initiatives
Prepare financial reports, schedules, and general ledger support as requested
Communicate professionally with donors, agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders
Partner with Development staff to resolve donor account questions
Support a positive donor experience through timely, accurate receipting and communication
Cross-train in accounts payable functions
Assist with annual audit preparation
Maintain organized records and document control
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years of accounting/bookkeeping experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field
Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices)
Proficient with Microsoft, Word, Outlook, Teams and advanced knowledge of Excel
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well in a team environment and interact professionally with colleagues
Dependable with a high attention to detail & accuracy
Ability to handle multiple tasks with good organizational skills
Deadline driven, time management ability
Possesses strong, professional verbal and written communication skills
Exhibits behavior focused on customer service
Possess integrity for maintaining confidential information
Takes Initiative
Ability to work independently
Preferred
Working knowledge of Salesforce
Non-Profit accounting experience a plus
Experience using databases
Experience with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks or Foundant
Company
JewishColumbus
With each thing we do, we aspire to unite our community.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Julie Tilson Stanley
President and Interim CEO
Tina Stieben
Chief Financial Officer
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