Foundation Director jobs in Columbus, MS

Foundation Director directs the execution of the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Defines the goals and tactics for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Foundation Director represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Foundation Director oversees grantmaking operations, including developing grant guidelines, reviewing grant applications, and managing the grant evaluation process. Manages foundation programs and initiatives that align with the foundation's mission and values. Implements systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the foundation's grantmaking and programs. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Foundation Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Foundation Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Foundation Accountant
  • Mississippi University for Women
  • Columbus, MS FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties
    • Responsible for day-to-day accounting functions ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records and reports.
    • Reconciliation of cash, checks, merchant accounts, PayPal and Venmo and maintaining proper cash balances.
    • Reconciliation of investments, allocations, management fees and due to/due from entries.
    • Preparation of all monthly financial reports required by Foundation board and the University.
    • Preparation of reports for quarterly restricted funds, grant reports and special funds reports.
    • Prepare and post monthly journal entries, adjusting journal entries and re-classifications.
    • Reconciliation of credit card statements and processing of accounts payable.
    • Process all invoices for payment to vendors and reimbursements.
    • In partnership with the Executive Director, prepare an annual budget of the Foundation for review and approval by the Foundation board.
    • Assist in preparing investment committee and finance committee items for meetings and board agenda.
    • Prepare audit working papers and reports needed by independent auditors to complete annual audit and tax returns.
    • Prepare documents needed for independent firm to ensure timely filing of charitable registrations as required by various states.
    • Oversee University budget for the Office of Development & Alumni.
    • Maintain schedules and timelines, organize multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
    • Calculate annual endowment awards for scholarships and other funds.
    • Provide scholarship award amounts to Financial Aid and work to ensure prospering awarding of funds.
    • Maintain current scholarship criteria and provide to Financial Aid.
    • Reconcile university invoices for scholarships and program awards.
    • Preparation of endowment annual reports to donors.
    • Participation in the Office of Development & Alumni events and oversee event financial management.
    • Participate in Foundation board meetings, investment and finance committee meetings.
    • Supervise Accounting Assistant/ Office Supervisor.
    • Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.


    Minimum Qualifications
    Education and Experience:
    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred
    • At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, with a working knowledge of the nonprofit sector


    Skills and Abilities:
    • Preferred in-depth understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) with additional understanding and experience specific to Not-For-Profit Financial Reporting standards under Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
    • Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets/investments, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance
    • Strong leadership and management skills; interest in working as a member of a team
    • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders
    • Knowledge of MUW; alumnus preferred
    • Ability to work with intricate computer systems, including Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge, Award Management and Microsoft Office suite.
    • Expertise in Excel to include pivot tables and advanced formulas required
    • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Ability to accomplish stated goals
    Job Description Summary
    The Foundation Accountant (FA) will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operation of the MUW Foundation (Foundation), ensuring our organization’s financial health, growth, and sustainability. The FA will manage the Foundation’s financial reporting, assist with annual budgeting, financial analysis, investment strategy and annual audit. The FA will work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and implement financial strategies that support our organization’s mission, vision and goals.
    Hours of Availability Background Check Statement
    Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. However, failure to disclose may disqualify a candidate.
    Requisition Detail Information

    Requisition Number
    FY20567NF

    Open Date
    04/09/2024

    Will this job have a specific close date?
    No

    Close Date

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    In “Other Document” please upload additional information about your experience:
    • Using Excel for financial reporting and if you have advanced experience, such as pivot tables and macros.
    • Your familiarity with software and tools commonly used in non-profit accounting, whether you have experience in Blackbaud Financial Edge and if so, describe your experience with the software.
    • Managing budgets and financial forecasts.
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Repositor
  • Foundation Building Materials
  • Tupelo, MS FULL_TIME
  • Foundation Building Materials (FBM) es un distribuidor líder de materiales de construcción en Norte América concentrado en cubrir y superar las necesidades de la industria de la construcción local con...
  • 18 Days Ago
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IT Director
  • Robert Half
  • Louisville, MS FULL_TIME
  • Job DetailsDescription As the IT Director, you will play a critical role in leading our IT team and ensuring the effective delivery of IT services and support to the organization. You will be responsi...
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Executive Director
  • Good Samaritan Health Services/Antone Tannehill...
  • Tupelo, MS FULL_TIME
  • JOB DESCRIPTIONTitle: Executive DirectorHours: Full TimeReports to: Good Samaritan Health Services Board of DirectorsPosition Summary: Within the policies established by the Board of Directors, the Ex...
  • 20 Days Ago
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Quality Director
  • Stark Aerospace
  • Columbus, MS FULL_TIME
  • Duties/Responsibilities Primary leader for our quality management systems. Ensures that all processes deliver outstanding quality in our products and services. Reviews and responds to quality and cust...
  • 22 Days Ago
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Quality Director
  • Oceans Healthcare
  • Tupelo, MS FULL_TIME
  • ***RN License Required!!!*** The Quality Director plans, develops, implements and manages comprehensive and effective systems to monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of patient service...
  • 22 Days Ago
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Human Resources Director
  • Israel Aerospace Industries
  • Columbus, MS
  • Duties/Responsibilities Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions;...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Operations (RN)
  • Hiring Now!
  • Carrollton, AL
  • Overview: Join Our Team as a Director of Operations (RN) Are you a leader committed to creating meaningful patient exper...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Construction
  • The Morrow Companies
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Core Roles & Responsibilities: As the Director of Construction, you play a pivotal role within the Leadership Team, over...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Quality
  • Mackinnon & Partners
  • Columbus, MS
  • As part of the site senior team, this position will work closely and collaboratively with internal and external customer...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Quality Director
  • Israel Aerospace Industries
  • Columbus, MS
  • Duties/Responsibilities Primary leader for our quality management systems. Ensures that all processes deliver outstandin...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Community Director
  • Mississippi State University
  • Starkville, MS
  • Community Director Job no: 507356 Position type: Full-Time 12-Month Department: 520194 - Student Housing - Residence Lif...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Procurement
  • Dsj Global
  • Columbus, MS
  • Director of ProcurementSummary:A leading aerospace manufacturing company is looking for a responsible and goal-oriented ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Safety and Quality
  • Gregory Construction
  • Columbus, MS
  • Job Description Job Description About Gregory Construction:At Gregory Construction, we're a tight-knit organization root...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Columbus, Mississippi

The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state highways. US 82 leads southeast 29 mi (47 km) to Reform, Alabama and west 25 mi (40 km) to Starkville. US 45 leads south 32 mi (51 km) to Macon and north 28 mi (45 km) to Aberdeen. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.3 square miles (57.8 square kilometers), of which 21.4 square miles (55.5 square kilometers) is land and 0.9 square miles (2.3 square kilometers) is water. Large lakes and rivers are nearby, such...
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Income Estimation for Foundation Director jobs
$133,834 to $194,843
Columbus, Mississippi area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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What does a Foundation Director do?

Foundation Director in Gainesville, FL
The foundation director reports to the organization's board of directors and coordinates things such as overall strategy, program development and the hiring of employees and volunteers.
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Foundation Director in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The director works closely with members of the board of directors, keeping them informed of developments at the organization and seeking their input and approval for programs and policies.
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Foundation Director in Huntington, NY
The foundation director reports to the board of directors.
December 24, 2019