Account Specialist - University Advancement

UNI; Cedar Falls (IA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa is seeking a detail-oriented accounting assistant to perform general accounting duties including daily posting of gift transactions, donor communications, pledge reminders, and receipting of daily gifts. The role manages donations and reconciles to the online giving platform, with an 8:00 am–4:30 pm schedule and Pay Grade 13, starting hourly rate $23.79.

Five years of clerical office experience with three years bookkeeping required; prior foundation and gift/data

Qualifications

• Five years of clerical office experience, including three years of experience with bookkeeping procedures.
• Previous Foundation and gift/data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily posting of gift transactions.
• Communication with donors and division team members on incoming gifts and gift intent.
• Pledge reminders and receipting of daily gifts.
• Manages all donations and balance to the online giving platform.

Education

Post high school education

Job description

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Full Consideration Date: 9/2/2026

Job Description: Under general supervision and with high levels of attention to detail, performs general accounting duties, including daily posting of gift transactions, communication with donors and division team members on incoming gifts and gift intent, pledge reminders, and receipting of daily gifts; manages all donations and balance to our online giving platform; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Five years of clerical office experience, including three years of experience with bookkeeping procedures, or any combination of directly related post high school education in an accredited school and directly related clerical experience which totals five years. Previous Foundation and gift/data entry experience preferred.

Position Details: Job Category: Merit Type of Position: Regular Service Schedule: Calendar Year Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Pay Gade: 13 Starting Hourly Rate: $23.79

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/. If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at [e-mail] or call [phone].

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The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,200 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus.

UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report.

Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits.

The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.