Financial Analyst Coordinator

Overview

Job Title:

Financial Analyst Coordinator (Pledge and Gift Administrator) at Inside Higher Ed. Department: 14000:
Office Of Development.

Work Location:

Lexington, KY. Type:
Staff;
Position Time Status:
Full-Time.

Education:

MA.

• pledge administration
• comprehensive pledge reporting and analysis
• stewardship accounting
• data integrity

The incumbent will serve as the subject matter expert on university-wide pledge records while following procedural compliance with CASE reporting standards, and adhering to policies and procedures of the University of Kentucky, IRS guidelines for charitable contributions, and UKPAE policies and procedures.

This position is responsible for the coordination of the Comprehensive Pledge Reporting (CPR) process, including developing, preparing, and reviewing university-wide and departmental reports to ensure pledge activity for the period is accurate and managing an established report distribution process.

In addition, this position maintains ongoing analysis of gifts deposited into college/unit holding accounts and conducts follow-up with Philanthropy Officers and Business Officers to ensure timely creation of new gift funds/cost centers and gift transfers to maintain donor records.

The Pledge and Gift Administrator will respond to queries from donors, college/unit business and philanthropy staff, or other university partners and document correspondence when necessary for maintaining UK PAE records.

The successful candidate must have exceptional customer service, analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal). We seek a collaborative individual with professionalism, confidentiality, sound judgment, and discretion.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on the values CoMMIT – Collaboration, Communication, Mutual Respect, Mission Driven, Innovation and Transparency. By applying for a position within UK PAE, you acknowledge these values and aim to contribute to our team.

MS Windows, Excel, Accounting, Organization

No

Required:

MA; 3 years related experience. Preferred:
Familiarity with gift processing, higher education accounting operations, CRM databases and advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Sitting/standing at workstation for extended periods.

09/18/2025

We value the well-being of each employee and are dedicated to a healthy workplace. The University is Tobacco & Drug Free and adheres to nondiscrimination laws. Equal opportunities are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected statuses. Pre-employment screenings may include a background check and/or drug screen.