Donor Financial Reporting Officer

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University is looking for a Donor Financial Reporting Officer to oversee the financial reporting and compliance associated with donor gift agreements. The role involves preparing detailed reports for philanthropic contributions, partnering with internal stakeholders to manage financial obligations, and resolving compliance issues. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, advanced Excel skills, and be proficient in both English and French. This position offers competitive benefits and a collaborative environment in a prestigious institution.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Defined contribution pension plan

Tuition waiver for employees and their dependents

Remote work opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a related financial function, preferably in a philanthropic setting.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and French.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial donor reporting and compliance related to gift agreements.
• Prepare complex financial reports for donors.
• Investigate gift compliance issues and facilitate their resolution.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

French

English

Excel

Financial Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

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Donor Financial Reporting Officer

Apply locations Les Cours Mont Royal time type Full time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: August 8, 2025 (14 days left to apply) job requisition id JR0000067475

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University Advancement (UA) promotes McGill to its global community and to the public, engaging alumni, volunteers and friends of the University, and building on McGill’s record of fundraising success in support of University priorities.

By joining UA, you can be part of a dynamic, exciting and growing team of professionals that is making an extraordinary impact on the world by advancing the philanthropic and engagement ambitions of McGill University.

To find out more about UA, please visit us at www.mcgill.ca/advancement/ua-careers .

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Donor Financial Reporting Officer will oversee financial donor reporting and compliance related to gift agreements. They will also assist with other related tasks namely related to the donation of securities to the University.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex and diverse financial reports for donors on the value or spending of their philanthropic contributions. Work with various information systems to extract and reconcile information.

• Review, manage and report on McGill’s financial obligations related to gift agreements and liaise with parties across the University to ensure that related accounting entries are performed when needed.

• Investigate gift compliance issues and facilitate their resolution with other parties as needed.

• Perform ad hoc financial modeling to support major gift financing.

• Provide information to Gift Agreement Officers in relation to financial data pertaining to philanthropic gifts. Validate accuracy in proposed budgets and/or financial information contained in MOAs.

• Review, analyze, and support the clearance process for donation of securities to the University. Act as liaison between donors, brokers and the University as it relates to the donation of public shares and mutual funds.

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within portfolio, including the implementation, evaluation and development of processes, procedures and workflows, to enhance the ability to produce high-quality donor financial reports.

• Perform other financial-related duties across Advancement Operations as required.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Proven experience in a related financial function, with preference for a philanthropic setting. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both spoken and written.

• Proven ability to act with diplomacy, tact and diligence with internal or external clients.

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities when high demand for documentation and/or reports or other information.

• Proven ability to work quickly under tight deadlines and with quick turnaround times, while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a complex, changing, fast-paced environment.

• Advanced knowledge of Excel.

• Proven ability to communicate in French and English, spoken and written.

Additional Information:

Testing may be administered.

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As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)

• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)

• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)

• Competitive vacation policy

• Two (2) personal days

• Two (2) floating holidays

• Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day

• Paid time off over the December holiday period

• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents

• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 3 on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here .

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience with Bachelor’s Degree /

Annual Salary:

(MPEX Grade 05) $71,890.00 - $89,860.00 - $107,830.00

Job Profile:

MPEX-FIN2B - Accounting - Professional 2

Hours per Week:

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor:

Director Finance

Position End Date (If applicable):

Deadline to Apply:

2025-08-07

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