Associate IV - Donor Account Processes

ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Core Medical Coverage

401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer

Exceptional Paid Time Off

Job summary

ALSAC (St. Jude Children's Research Hospital) is seeking an Associate IV – Donor Account Processes to manage donor data, process donations, and ensure data integrity across multiple systems. The role emphasizes donor experience, regulatory compliance, and timely batch processing to meet SLAs.

You will work with a proprietary CRM, perform testing, and provide daily status updates while supporting multiple fundraising programs in a hybrid Memphis-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and 2 years of customer service or related experience, OR 5 years of recent customer service or account management experience in lieu of a degree.
• Strong arithmetic, data entry and data accuracy across multiple systems.
• Proficiency with proprietary CRM platforms and PCI compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Donor & internal communication with active listening and clear information exchange.
• Data entry, updates and maintenance of donor accounts across multiple systems.
• Delivers a superior donor experience in every interaction and supports program education.
• Performs donation processing, adjustments, balancing and controls to meet SLAs.
• Monitors batch processing and escalates delays to management.
• Uses SQL queries to troubleshoot data issues and support testing.
• Reconciles files, prepares reports, and communicates insights to management.
• Analyzes data to provide donor behavior insights and create reports.
• Maintains production and quality standards per policies.

Skills

General arithmetic

Clear communication

Customer service

Data entry

SQL queries

Organizational skills

Proficiency with CRM

Typing proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

5 years customer service/ account mgmt experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Proprietary CRM systems

PCI compliance tools

Job description

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference. We like people who are different…because we're different, too. As one of the world's most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it's like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

Job Description

The Associate IV – Donor Account Processes supports departmental leadership by scheduling and distributing work, completing donation processing functions using proprietary software, and ensuring production and quality standards are met. This role is responsible for scanning, donation processing, adjustments, balancing, reconciliation, and maintaining strong internal controls so that all donations are posted accurately and within established service level agreements (SLAs). This position also participates in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and serves as a backup to the DAP Supervisor as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Donor & Internal Communication (Service) Uses strong active listening and interpersonal skills when communicating with donors, volunteers, and employees. Conveys information clearly and concisely; asks effective open-ended questions to gather needed information. Accurately collects data required to complete transactions or account updates. May support multiple programs and fundraising initiatives simultaneously.
2. Data Entry & System Navigation (Data Integrity) Enters, updates, and maintains accurate donor account information across multiple systems. Navigates the organization’s proprietary CRM and related platforms to process transactions and maintain data accuracy. Fully documents donor and volunteer interactions, notes, and transactions. Maintains PCI compliance and adheres to all ALSAC policies and procedures. Protects the integrity and confidentiality of all donor data.
3. Donor Experience Delivers a superior donor experience in every interaction, including handling transactions and inquiries. Represents the values and brand of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in all donor and volunteer communications. Builds donor loyalty and tailors service to each individual’s relationship and history with the organization. Maintains knowledge across multiple programs, systems, and processes.
4. Donation Processing & Control Functions (Control & Auditing) Uses a high level of concentration and understanding of donor account processes to complete donation processing, adjustments, deposit balancing, and controls. Corrects errors in file uploads and performs additional donation processing tasks as needed. Monitors batch processing daily and communicates delays to management. Utilizes reporting systems to create batch and transaction reports. Completes all assigned gift processing tasks efficiently to meet departmental SLAs. Operates scanners and prepares materials for processing.
5. Production & Quality Standards (Control & Auditing) Meets established production and quality goals as outlined in DAP policies and procedures. Ensures timely processing of all received donations to maintain SLAs commitments.
6. Research & Issue Resolution (Research) Independently researches and resolves donor issues in a timely manner. Communicates with internal departments, banks, and external vendors to resolve inquiries. Uses SQL queries as needed to troubleshoot data issues and support testing of new systems, processes, and procedures.
7. Trend Monitoring (Monitor Trends) Interprets reports and reviews various workstreams to ensure timely receipt, processing, and release of work. Identifies trends and takes appropriate action to resolve concerns.
8. Reconciliation & Reporting (Data Integrity) Applies strong critical thinking and attention to detail to reconcile files and records. Verifies that all work received has been processed and that batches are released appropriately. Provides daily status reports to management and escalates delays as necessary.
9. Data Analysis & Reporting (Analysis) Analyzes data to provide insights into donor programs and behaviors. Prepares reports and presentations for audiences at all levels of management.

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of general arithmetic. Ability to speak and write clearly for both donor communication and internal coordination. Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions from donors and other stakeholders. Strong customer service skills with a focus on quality and accuracy. Effective organizational skills. Proficiency with database maintenance and word processing software. Typing proficiency and comfort navigating between multiple systems.

Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and 2 years of customer service or related experience, OR 5 years of recent customer service or account management experience in lieu of a degree.

Work Location: 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 563, Memphis, TN 38104

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (onsite + remote)

Benefits & Perks

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

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ALSAC (American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities), exists to raise funds and awareness for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Our staff is dynamic and diverse. Our skills are different, our professions are varied; but our mission is the same: support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. Thanks to the work being done by ALSAC employees, the families of St. Jude patients never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food. It's more than a job; it's a place where you can do what you love, and love why you do it.

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