League of Conservation Voters
Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office)
Title: Director of Grants Management Department: Finance Status: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: E Salary Range (depending on experience) $86,557 – $105,183
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Director of Grants Management, who will be responsible for reconciling the incoming grants to the LCV family of organizations, including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with VP of FP&A, Development VPs and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Work with the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant related analytics, grant reports and Grant Financial Reports.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expenses.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward reporting.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Work with the Sr. Revenue Accountant to confirm that grant revenue is received.
Report and analyze reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Enter journal entries for grant releases in our accounting system, Sage Intacct as well as indirect cost allocation.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expense/balance reports for grants.
Review various schedules and feed documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and IRS Reports (990, 1120-POL, etc).
Partner with the Director of Revenue to provide support and additional review of revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Work with the VP of FP&A to develop & manage processes for time allocation splits related to grants during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Assist the Legal & Strategic Initiatives Department manage the grant making process, tracking, compliance and reporting, as well as FEC and state compliance filings.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Support efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable across teams.
Participate in developing and tracking progress on the department’s racial justice and equity goals. Support the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis in the preparation of reports around these racial justice and equity goals for the Senior Vice President of Finance.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff, retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – 5 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred – Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrates awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Director of Grants Management” in the subject line no later than September 3, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Aug 14, 2023
Full time
Title: Director of Grants Management Department: Finance Status: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis Positions Reporting To This Position: None Location: Flexible (the employee may decide whether to work remotely and/or from an LCV office) Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Union Position: Yes Job Classification Level: E Salary Range (depending on experience) $86,557 – $105,183
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV is hiring a Director of Grants Management, who will be responsible for reconciling the incoming grants to the LCV family of organizations, including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with VP of FP&A, Development VPs and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Work with the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant related analytics, grant reports and Grant Financial Reports.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expenses.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward reporting.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Work with the Sr. Revenue Accountant to confirm that grant revenue is received.
Report and analyze reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Enter journal entries for grant releases in our accounting system, Sage Intacct as well as indirect cost allocation.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expense/balance reports for grants.
Review various schedules and feed documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and IRS Reports (990, 1120-POL, etc).
Partner with the Director of Revenue to provide support and additional review of revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Work with the VP of FP&A to develop & manage processes for time allocation splits related to grants during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Assist the Legal & Strategic Initiatives Department manage the grant making process, tracking, compliance and reporting, as well as FEC and state compliance filings.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Support efforts to create a departmental and organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable across teams.
Participate in developing and tracking progress on the department’s racial justice and equity goals. Support the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis in the preparation of reports around these racial justice and equity goals for the Senior Vice President of Finance.
Travel up to 10% of the time for staff, retreats, training, and conferences, as needed.
Qualifications:
Work Experience: Required – 5 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred – Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence : Demonstrates awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. LCV requires all employees working from our offices or participating in in-person meetings or events to be fully up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.
LCV offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and parental leave, personal days, paid holidays, health insurance (two plan options for staff to choose from), dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution, commuter benefits program, sabbatical, and student loan assistance.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Director of Grants Management” in the subject line no later than September 3, 2023 . No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org .
Purpose
The development specialist will work with the University of Texas Libraries (UTL) Director of Development to support the implementation and execution of the fundraising, development and advancement goals and initiatives of LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections (LLILAS Benson).
Responsibilities
Annual Giving: Implement LLILAS Benson annual giving plan. Serve as point of contact with the Texas Development Annual Giving Team. Efforts are in coordination with programmatic priorities determined by LLILAS Benson Co-Directors, and with fundraising methods and strategies determined by UTL Director of Development.
Gift stewardship and annual giving operations include creating communication plans, coordinating with Texas Development research analysts to develop prospect pools, generating and publishing campaign materials on marketing and fundraising platforms, managing relations with campaign constituents, internal reporting, and other duties as assigned. Annual giving activities are in coordination with the Texas Development Annual Giving team.
Work with UTL Director of Development and College of Liberal Arts (COLA) Development team to support the preparation, editing and organizing of materials for the annual endowment impact report for Benson endowments.
Event and Meeting Management: Provide and oversee logistical support (planning, execution, communication, vendor relations, bookkeeping tasks, etc.) for the LLILAS Benson Advisory Council meetings, Alumni Network, Volunteer Committees, as well as regional or special events to cultivate donor interest in LLILAS Benson.
Draft, edit and review related correspondence, print, and digital materials. Coordinate invitation lists, track RSVP’s, track event engagement/participation in VIP.
Coordinate LLILAS Benson participation in annual giving and What Starts Here events such as Thanks Day, 40 Hours for the Forty Acres, and campaign activities.
As needed and capacity allows, the Development Specialist may provide collaborative support for UT Libraries development events and meetings.
Endowment Management: Drafts gift instruments and process new Benson endowments. Prepares general and customized reports to identified donors. Monitors use of endowments to be in accordance with donor restrictions and university regulations.
Stewardship: Support stewardship of LLILAS Benson donors, in line with strategies and methods set forth by UTL Director of Development (Benson) and COLA CDO (LLILAS).
Data Management: Accurately and efficiently maintain donor information in Texas Development’s VIP database. Provide gift reports to UTL Director of Development, COLA CDO and LLILAS Benson Co-Directors as requested. Participate in meetings with Texas Development Research Analysts.
Administrative Support: Perform administrative duties as needed for development purposes in a professional, service-oriented manner with the UT Libraries Development team, College of Liberal Arts Development team, LLILAS and Benson colleagues, and partners across the university.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
At least 3 years of clerical/administrative experience or customer-service experience in a people-centered field
Experience working with or working knowledge of VIP donor database or other customer relationship management (CRM) system. Ability to learn new technology.
Experience creating fundraising or marketing campaigns.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to interact and communicate with a diverse population of stakeholders, including UT students, faculty, staff, and patrons, using diplomacy and discretion at all times.
Demonstrated ability to manage workflows and problem solve.
Strong commitment to diversity, inclusivity, accessibility, and equity.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a higher education development office
Demonstrated experience composing, editing, and proofreading correspondence, and working with confidential information.
Project management skills
Diplomacy skills, demonstrated experience building relationships and collaborating across departments
Discretion and experience working with sensitive information
Written and oral proficiency in Spanish.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Feb 10, 2023
Full time
Purpose
The development specialist will work with the University of Texas Libraries (UTL) Director of Development to support the implementation and execution of the fundraising, development and advancement goals and initiatives of LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections (LLILAS Benson).
Responsibilities
Annual Giving: Implement LLILAS Benson annual giving plan. Serve as point of contact with the Texas Development Annual Giving Team. Efforts are in coordination with programmatic priorities determined by LLILAS Benson Co-Directors, and with fundraising methods and strategies determined by UTL Director of Development.
Gift stewardship and annual giving operations include creating communication plans, coordinating with Texas Development research analysts to develop prospect pools, generating and publishing campaign materials on marketing and fundraising platforms, managing relations with campaign constituents, internal reporting, and other duties as assigned. Annual giving activities are in coordination with the Texas Development Annual Giving team.
Work with UTL Director of Development and College of Liberal Arts (COLA) Development team to support the preparation, editing and organizing of materials for the annual endowment impact report for Benson endowments.
Event and Meeting Management: Provide and oversee logistical support (planning, execution, communication, vendor relations, bookkeeping tasks, etc.) for the LLILAS Benson Advisory Council meetings, Alumni Network, Volunteer Committees, as well as regional or special events to cultivate donor interest in LLILAS Benson.
Draft, edit and review related correspondence, print, and digital materials. Coordinate invitation lists, track RSVP’s, track event engagement/participation in VIP.
Coordinate LLILAS Benson participation in annual giving and What Starts Here events such as Thanks Day, 40 Hours for the Forty Acres, and campaign activities.
As needed and capacity allows, the Development Specialist may provide collaborative support for UT Libraries development events and meetings.
Endowment Management: Drafts gift instruments and process new Benson endowments. Prepares general and customized reports to identified donors. Monitors use of endowments to be in accordance with donor restrictions and university regulations.
Stewardship: Support stewardship of LLILAS Benson donors, in line with strategies and methods set forth by UTL Director of Development (Benson) and COLA CDO (LLILAS).
Data Management: Accurately and efficiently maintain donor information in Texas Development’s VIP database. Provide gift reports to UTL Director of Development, COLA CDO and LLILAS Benson Co-Directors as requested. Participate in meetings with Texas Development Research Analysts.
Administrative Support: Perform administrative duties as needed for development purposes in a professional, service-oriented manner with the UT Libraries Development team, College of Liberal Arts Development team, LLILAS and Benson colleagues, and partners across the university.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
At least 3 years of clerical/administrative experience or customer-service experience in a people-centered field
Experience working with or working knowledge of VIP donor database or other customer relationship management (CRM) system. Ability to learn new technology.
Experience creating fundraising or marketing campaigns.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to interact and communicate with a diverse population of stakeholders, including UT students, faculty, staff, and patrons, using diplomacy and discretion at all times.
Demonstrated ability to manage workflows and problem solve.
Strong commitment to diversity, inclusivity, accessibility, and equity.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a higher education development office
Demonstrated experience composing, editing, and proofreading correspondence, and working with confidential information.
Project management skills
Diplomacy skills, demonstrated experience building relationships and collaborating across departments
Discretion and experience working with sensitive information
Written and oral proficiency in Spanish.
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.
Title: Senior Grants Accountant
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting To This Position: None
Location: Flexible (within the United States)
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: E
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $86,000-$91,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 7-10 years minimum experience
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Senior Grants Accountant is responsible for reconciling the grants to the LCV family of organizations including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities :
Work closely with VP of Finance, Development VP’s and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and dashboard support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expense. Support mid-year grant allocations against existing budget changes within an organized monthly forecast process.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Monitor coding against grants and all new grant codes.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward monitoring.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Monitor AP/AR cyclical activity of grant funds in conjunction with transactional AP/AR accountants. Flag errors, compliance issues and areas needing reclassification and adjustments against grant expectations.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Monitor bank accounts for deposits and work with the Development department to oversee revenue deposit within all grant activity. Ensure all grant revenue is received and accounted for in bank accounts.
Ensure reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Support the maintenance of funders in the accounting system.
Act as an additional reviewer of Accountant entries that cross grant activity.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expensed/balance reports for grants.
Create various schedules and feeder documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e 990, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and FEC and state compliance reports and filings, etc.
Support revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Develops process and manages process for time allocation splits during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Helps manage the 501(c)(3) to 501(c)(4) grant making process.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - 7-10 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred - Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Sr. Grants Accountant” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Feb 10, 2022
Full time
Title: Senior Grants Accountant
Department: Finance
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Finance
Positions Reporting To This Position: None
Location: Flexible (within the United States)
Union Position: Yes
Job Classification Level: E
Hiring Salary Range (depending on experience)* : $86,000-$91,000
*Hiring salary range reflects 7-10 years minimum experience
General Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Senior Grants Accountant is responsible for reconciling the grants to the LCV family of organizations including LCV Education Fund and LCV. Most of the grants the organization receives are subject to funder and legal restrictions, and almost all are subject to funder reporting and in some instances, additional compliance reporting. This position works closely with the Development and the Legal & Strategic Initiatives departments, as well as with Programs staff, to ensure timely and accurate reporting and reconciliations.
Responsibilities :
Work closely with VP of Finance, Development VP’s and Directors to track all incoming grants within individual grant agreement/cycle periods across fiscal year, entity and program.
Partner with the development department, program team leads and the Financial and Budget Analyst on grant budgets per organization strategy.
Act as the central liaison to the program team leads around training, monitoring, tracking and dashboard support of grant allocations, grant revenue and expense. Support mid-year grant allocations against existing budget changes within an organized monthly forecast process.
Partner with the Financial and Budget Analyst on developing toolkits, materials and leading training on grants management, budgeting, forecasting and other Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
Understand grant cycles, requirements, restrictions, grant agreement details, compliance requirements and coding, and monitor activity against requirements within multiple systems, tracking documents and reconciling all sources.
Monitor coding against grants and all new grant codes.
Understand grant restrictions and is responsible for timely releases from restriction and net asset roll forward monitoring.
Responsible for grant budget to actual reporting – both internally and externally and grant modification and forecast processes for adjustments.
Monitor AP/AR cyclical activity of grant funds in conjunction with transactional AP/AR accountants. Flag errors, compliance issues and areas needing reclassification and adjustments against grant expectations.
Understand grant types and development classifications.
Responsible for supporting documentation for grants management.
Monitor bank accounts for deposits and work with the Development department to oversee revenue deposit within all grant activity. Ensure all grant revenue is received and accounted for in bank accounts.
Ensure reconciliation of grant data from the Finance and Development departments. Work across multiple systems, including Salesforce, Sage Intacct and billing systems around grant revenue and expense.
Support the maintenance of funders in the accounting system.
Act as an additional reviewer of Accountant entries that cross grant activity.
Adhere to financial policies and month close timelines.
Ensure all records of incoming grant revenue in the accounting database are accurate.
Prepare grant analysis and tracking reports and grant budget to actual reports.
Manage grant billing, draw down and expensed/balance reports for grants.
Create various schedules and feeder documents around grants for major processes and projects i.e 990, Audit, Financial Statements, Cash Report, Balance Sheet Report, Asset Reports and FEC and state compliance reports and filings, etc.
Support revenue deferment and recognition, revenue accruals and age trial balance and billings as related to grants.
Review funder agreements, donor list and donor giving cycles.
Assist with all grant inquiries and special requests related to grants.
Support grants process within the Budget Process and support the FP&A team around requested grant analysis as needed.
Develops process and manages process for time allocation splits during the Budget process in partnership with Legal, Accounting and HR.
Helps manage the 501(c)(3) to 501(c)(4) grant making process.
Provide consultation support to outgoing grants gifted to state affiliates and other nonprofit organizations.
Qualifications :
Work Experience: Required - 7-10 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and/or grants management, with at least one year of grant reconciliation, grant budgeting and grant revenue and expense tracking. Understanding of GAAP Accounting and Internal Controls. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly expertise with Microsoft Excel. Experience with AR Accounting, ASC 606 revenue recognition standards and revenue or grants/contract management software. Preferred - Experience working in a non-profit, political organization or campaign. Database experience.
Skills: Candidates must effectively manage time to meet multiple competing deadlines often under pressure. Strong technical acumen. Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred), attentive to details, and adept at developing and maintaining systems and processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment; Ability to adapt well to new technologies and effective time management skills. Must demonstrate initiative in problem-solving; critical thinking skills; must be able to communicate effectively with members of the Finance Team as well as staff members of other departments and vendors; self-starter, ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and lead on varying cultural and community norms. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. The location of this position is flexible. Applicants need to be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that most LCV staff are currently working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To Apply : Send cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with “Sr. Grants Accountant” in the subject line by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.
In the body of your cover letter please respond to the following question:
How does your own lived experience align with our commitment to Racial Justice and Equity found here: https://www.lcv.org/careers/commitment-racial-justice-equity/
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected status. LCV is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact hr@lcv.org.
Michigan League of Conservation Voters
Ann Arbor MI
Development Administrator
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations working to clean up our water and air, address climate change, and protect access to voting — is seeking a full-time Development Administrator to ensure our fundraising efforts are strategic, tracked, reported, and celebrated and to work closely with the Development Director to manage the internal department operations. This position is responsible for all information necessary for Michigan LCV to build meaningful donor relationships, expand our impact over time, and reach ambitious goals.
The ideal candidate will have experience in process improvement, a high standard for quality quantitative and qualitative data, and an interest in working in the details. This position offers an opportunity to build the backbone of a growing development program, to create innovative, efficient ways to better inform outreach and relationships with donors, and to support a team of dedicated, kind and fun colleagues in reaching big goals.
About the Michigan League of Conservation Voters
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters is a statewide political organization whose mission is to elect pro-conservation candidates to office and to hold all decision makers accountable for protecting Michigan’s drinking water, attacking climate change, and expanding access to the ballot. We work closely with elected officials, business leaders, partner organizations, and advocates from across the state, and we have built a reputation as the leading, non-partisan political voice for Michigan’s land, air, and water.
Michigan LCV is an equal opportunity employer. We assure equal treatment in hiring selection, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, genetic testing status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender status, or any other protected class established by all applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Job Responsibilities
The Development Administrator reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids area, and is responsible for the following:
Managing the Michigan LCV donor database (NGP EveryAction), including handling data entry and wealth screening, as well as creating donor and financial reports, running donor/prospect lists, and making batch updates to the system as needed
Plan, oversee and execute membership fundraising programs, including online fundraising campaigns, direct mail campaigns, and in close collaboration with the Communications Department, identifying creative fundraising opportunities throughout the year
Working closely with the Financial Analyst, handling and processing gifts, and updating necessary logs and databases with the latest information
Providing donor services and support that add up to an exemplary customer service experience
Seeking out and implementing new ways to collect, organize, and present data and information on fund development efforts that deepen understanding, keep our entire team up to date with progress to goal, and inspire new ways to meet ambitious goals
Managing and supporting our internal grants management process including, but not limited to, management of all grants deadlines, providing support to the Development team in drafting proposals and reports, managing financial needs, and tracking prospective foundational information
Playing a lead support role in planning and execution of all Development and Partnerships events
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering yourself to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and campaign events
Working closely with the Development Director to ensure execution of fundraising for all revenue streams
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who are thorough executors of detailed, data-oriented work, who like to improve processes and systems, and who take initiative to solve problems. You should have:
The ability to support a team and work collaboratively across departments
Experience researching, tracking, and reporting on detailed information in a clear, concise, and easily-digestible manner
A demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball or missing deadlines
A customer-centric attitude and a commitment to enabling work to get done more efficiently
Experience actively managing a comprehensive donor management database, including a working knowledge of database and information systems and an interest in improving processes, functionality, and the quality of data
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems
Compensation & Benefits
The starting salary for this position ranges from $40,000 - $57,000 depending on experience. Michigan LCV offers a benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, long-term and short-term disability coverage, life insurance coverage, a retirement savings program, reimbursements for business-related travel, a generous paid time off policy, and a team of smart, funny, and kind colleagues working together to deliver on a mission that matters.
How to Apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Nov 11, 2021
Full time
Development Administrator
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations working to clean up our water and air, address climate change, and protect access to voting — is seeking a full-time Development Administrator to ensure our fundraising efforts are strategic, tracked, reported, and celebrated and to work closely with the Development Director to manage the internal department operations. This position is responsible for all information necessary for Michigan LCV to build meaningful donor relationships, expand our impact over time, and reach ambitious goals.
The ideal candidate will have experience in process improvement, a high standard for quality quantitative and qualitative data, and an interest in working in the details. This position offers an opportunity to build the backbone of a growing development program, to create innovative, efficient ways to better inform outreach and relationships with donors, and to support a team of dedicated, kind and fun colleagues in reaching big goals.
About the Michigan League of Conservation Voters
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters is a statewide political organization whose mission is to elect pro-conservation candidates to office and to hold all decision makers accountable for protecting Michigan’s drinking water, attacking climate change, and expanding access to the ballot. We work closely with elected officials, business leaders, partner organizations, and advocates from across the state, and we have built a reputation as the leading, non-partisan political voice for Michigan’s land, air, and water.
Michigan LCV is an equal opportunity employer. We assure equal treatment in hiring selection, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, genetic testing status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender status, or any other protected class established by all applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Job Responsibilities
The Development Administrator reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids area, and is responsible for the following:
Managing the Michigan LCV donor database (NGP EveryAction), including handling data entry and wealth screening, as well as creating donor and financial reports, running donor/prospect lists, and making batch updates to the system as needed
Plan, oversee and execute membership fundraising programs, including online fundraising campaigns, direct mail campaigns, and in close collaboration with the Communications Department, identifying creative fundraising opportunities throughout the year
Working closely with the Financial Analyst, handling and processing gifts, and updating necessary logs and databases with the latest information
Providing donor services and support that add up to an exemplary customer service experience
Seeking out and implementing new ways to collect, organize, and present data and information on fund development efforts that deepen understanding, keep our entire team up to date with progress to goal, and inspire new ways to meet ambitious goals
Managing and supporting our internal grants management process including, but not limited to, management of all grants deadlines, providing support to the Development team in drafting proposals and reports, managing financial needs, and tracking prospective foundational information
Playing a lead support role in planning and execution of all Development and Partnerships events
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering yourself to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and campaign events
Working closely with the Development Director to ensure execution of fundraising for all revenue streams
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who are thorough executors of detailed, data-oriented work, who like to improve processes and systems, and who take initiative to solve problems. You should have:
The ability to support a team and work collaboratively across departments
Experience researching, tracking, and reporting on detailed information in a clear, concise, and easily-digestible manner
A demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball or missing deadlines
A customer-centric attitude and a commitment to enabling work to get done more efficiently
Experience actively managing a comprehensive donor management database, including a working knowledge of database and information systems and an interest in improving processes, functionality, and the quality of data
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems
Compensation & Benefits
The starting salary for this position ranges from $40,000 - $57,000 depending on experience. Michigan LCV offers a benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, long-term and short-term disability coverage, life insurance coverage, a retirement savings program, reimbursements for business-related travel, a generous paid time off policy, and a team of smart, funny, and kind colleagues working together to deliver on a mission that matters.
How to Apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
UrbanStems
Miami, Florida/Washington, District of Columbia
UrbanStems is a modern floral and gifting company designed for thoughtful people. Founded in 2014 in Washington, DC, UrbanStems has become a leader in the space with our expressive bouquets, plants and gift options. From coast-to-coast next day delivery to same-day courier service in NYC and DC, we are helping people stay connected.
Named one of Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies in 2019, UrbanStems has launched brand partnerships with Vogue, Bumble, JCrew and more. We offer a collaborative and open working environment with ample opportunity to grow and learn.
We’re looking for a Supply Planning Analyst to oversee and analyze our supply forecasting, crop planning, and tracking utilization. Our ideal candidate will be at ease collaborating across the floral department, including improving the tools for tracking vendor performance to service level agreements, credit tracking, and KPIs. This role will also work closely with the Farm Accounts Manager and the Senior Floral Category Manager to coordinate with Sales and Merchandising on quarterly revenue targets and synthesizing data on supply capacity. While an expertise in the floral, produce, or agriculture industry is NOT required, a curiosity to learn about flowers and plants will be needed!
Responsibilities
Manage accurate credit tracking for shortages and rejections, including auditing POs to KPI spend
Support the Floral Manager to build out a floral supply forecast based on crop plans, purchasing agreements, and quarterly business agreements; this includes using crop planning to meet our demand as UrbanStems scales and gain cost savings
Oversee third party auditors on crop inspections and targeted crop planning goals
Coordinate with the NPI Coordinator and Farm Supervisor to analyze inspection reports, vase life tests, and temperature trackers to incentivize quality improvements
Support quarterly business reviews with our supply partners that guide the floral supply plan and strategy; this includes improving COGS goals
Support the Floral Manager to analyze QC data, sales velocity, and utilization of crop plans
Develop hypotheses and tests to improve quality during product development, and resolve issues once bouquets are launched
Demonstrate understanding of supply chain costs and effectively manage to reduce landed costs while maintaining quality, consistency, and reliability
Support the Senior Inventory Analyst and coordinate with the sales team on standard confidence intervals and forecasted variance, and communicate supply constraints to meet the sales forecast
Strive for data governance across the entire category with support from the Farm Accounts Manager
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related technical degree preferred, and/or 3+ years in manufacturing, warehousing, inventory management, or data analysis is highly desirable
CPIM and CSCP certification is preferred
Advanced level proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, and Tableau or Looker
Prior experience collaborating with Finance to ensure accuracy of vendor invoices against agreed-upon pricing and credit memos
Must possess an impeccable attention to detail with strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects, problem solve and quickly adapt in an evolving environment
We value diversity at UrbanStems. We welcome and employ individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic information, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Aug 19, 2021
Full time
UrbanStems is a modern floral and gifting company designed for thoughtful people. Founded in 2014 in Washington, DC, UrbanStems has become a leader in the space with our expressive bouquets, plants and gift options. From coast-to-coast next day delivery to same-day courier service in NYC and DC, we are helping people stay connected.
Named one of Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies in 2019, UrbanStems has launched brand partnerships with Vogue, Bumble, JCrew and more. We offer a collaborative and open working environment with ample opportunity to grow and learn.
We’re looking for a Supply Planning Analyst to oversee and analyze our supply forecasting, crop planning, and tracking utilization. Our ideal candidate will be at ease collaborating across the floral department, including improving the tools for tracking vendor performance to service level agreements, credit tracking, and KPIs. This role will also work closely with the Farm Accounts Manager and the Senior Floral Category Manager to coordinate with Sales and Merchandising on quarterly revenue targets and synthesizing data on supply capacity. While an expertise in the floral, produce, or agriculture industry is NOT required, a curiosity to learn about flowers and plants will be needed!
Responsibilities
Manage accurate credit tracking for shortages and rejections, including auditing POs to KPI spend
Support the Floral Manager to build out a floral supply forecast based on crop plans, purchasing agreements, and quarterly business agreements; this includes using crop planning to meet our demand as UrbanStems scales and gain cost savings
Oversee third party auditors on crop inspections and targeted crop planning goals
Coordinate with the NPI Coordinator and Farm Supervisor to analyze inspection reports, vase life tests, and temperature trackers to incentivize quality improvements
Support quarterly business reviews with our supply partners that guide the floral supply plan and strategy; this includes improving COGS goals
Support the Floral Manager to analyze QC data, sales velocity, and utilization of crop plans
Develop hypotheses and tests to improve quality during product development, and resolve issues once bouquets are launched
Demonstrate understanding of supply chain costs and effectively manage to reduce landed costs while maintaining quality, consistency, and reliability
Support the Senior Inventory Analyst and coordinate with the sales team on standard confidence intervals and forecasted variance, and communicate supply constraints to meet the sales forecast
Strive for data governance across the entire category with support from the Farm Accounts Manager
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related technical degree preferred, and/or 3+ years in manufacturing, warehousing, inventory management, or data analysis is highly desirable
CPIM and CSCP certification is preferred
Advanced level proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, and Tableau or Looker
Prior experience collaborating with Finance to ensure accuracy of vendor invoices against agreed-upon pricing and credit memos
Must possess an impeccable attention to detail with strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects, problem solve and quickly adapt in an evolving environment
We value diversity at UrbanStems. We welcome and employ individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic information, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
UrbanStems
New York, New York/Washington, District of Columbia
UrbanStems is a modern floral and gifting company designed for thoughtful people. Founded in 2014 in Washington, DC, UrbanStems has become a leader in the space with our expressive bouquets, plants and gift options. From coast-to-coast next day delivery to same-day courier service in NYC and DC, we are helping people stay connected.
Named one of Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies in 2019, UrbanStems has launched brand partnerships with Vogue, Bumble, JCrew and more. We offer a collaborative and open working environment with ample opportunity to grow and learn.
Our Product Specialist will play a key role in the scoping, testing, and implementation of our tech and digital product initiatives. You will be involved in the planning and execution of our product roadmap and lead the discovery and strategy of key initiatives. This is an ideal role for a candidate looking to build a career in product management, who might have prior work experience in a business analyst or software requirements analyst capacity. Our ideal candidate will have solid communication and presentation skills, business acumen, and ecommerce experience to aid in the long-term growth and success of our company. This is a brand new position we’ve created, and we’d love for you to grow with us!
Responsibilities
Develop business insights by working cross functionally with our Ecommerce, Engineering, Sales, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Merchandising teams, identifying opportunities and recommending the prioritization of product and tech initiatives
Build and own the product roadmap and prioritize initiatives based on business needs; collect requirements and goals from stakeholders on end-to-end customer experience
Help meet company objectives and fuel growth using digital products and tech as key drivers of growth
Assist in the development of digital features that provide significant value to customers and remove friction
During feature definition, define detailed requirements and success metrics
Collaborate with both onsite and offshore engineering teams with the goal to resolve questions and hand off a well defined scope
Assist in QA of features before launch, and ead feature areas end-to-end, maintaining a prioritized backlog of epics, user stories and tasks
Qualifications
Several years experience in ecommerce product management, business analysis, or related function
Ability to coordinate interactions between internal stakeholders, outside vendors, and senior management
Detail driven with excellent research and analytical skills
Ability to adhere to tight timelines and strict deadlines
Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects and quickly adapt in an evolving environment
We value diversity at UrbanStems. We welcome and employ individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic information, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Aug 19, 2021
Full time
UrbanStems is a modern floral and gifting company designed for thoughtful people. Founded in 2014 in Washington, DC, UrbanStems has become a leader in the space with our expressive bouquets, plants and gift options. From coast-to-coast next day delivery to same-day courier service in NYC and DC, we are helping people stay connected.
Named one of Inc. 500’s fastest-growing companies in 2019, UrbanStems has launched brand partnerships with Vogue, Bumble, JCrew and more. We offer a collaborative and open working environment with ample opportunity to grow and learn.
Our Product Specialist will play a key role in the scoping, testing, and implementation of our tech and digital product initiatives. You will be involved in the planning and execution of our product roadmap and lead the discovery and strategy of key initiatives. This is an ideal role for a candidate looking to build a career in product management, who might have prior work experience in a business analyst or software requirements analyst capacity. Our ideal candidate will have solid communication and presentation skills, business acumen, and ecommerce experience to aid in the long-term growth and success of our company. This is a brand new position we’ve created, and we’d love for you to grow with us!
Responsibilities
Develop business insights by working cross functionally with our Ecommerce, Engineering, Sales, Creative, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Merchandising teams, identifying opportunities and recommending the prioritization of product and tech initiatives
Build and own the product roadmap and prioritize initiatives based on business needs; collect requirements and goals from stakeholders on end-to-end customer experience
Help meet company objectives and fuel growth using digital products and tech as key drivers of growth
Assist in the development of digital features that provide significant value to customers and remove friction
During feature definition, define detailed requirements and success metrics
Collaborate with both onsite and offshore engineering teams with the goal to resolve questions and hand off a well defined scope
Assist in QA of features before launch, and ead feature areas end-to-end, maintaining a prioritized backlog of epics, user stories and tasks
Qualifications
Several years experience in ecommerce product management, business analysis, or related function
Ability to coordinate interactions between internal stakeholders, outside vendors, and senior management
Detail driven with excellent research and analytical skills
Ability to adhere to tight timelines and strict deadlines
Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects and quickly adapt in an evolving environment
We value diversity at UrbanStems. We welcome and employ individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic information, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.