Advancement Operations and Finance Coordinator chez Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri

Advancement Operations and Finance Coordinator

Location: Springfield, MO

Department/Program:  Advancement

Primary Shift:  M-F, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (nights and weekends as needed)

Job Classification: Full -Time

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary: $18.00 - $19.00/hour

Travel Required (Y/N, %):  Y, 5%

Why You’ll Love This Position:

Are you passionate about making a difference through meaningful, mission-driven work? Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Advancement Operations & Finance Coordinator to support our fundraising and financial operations. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure accurate donation processing, uphold donor intent in fund allocations, and serve as a critical link between our Advancement and Finance departments. You'll also provide essential administrative support to the Chief Advancement Officer and help maintain financial transparency and donor trust. If you excel in data accuracy, confidentiality, and value purposeful work in a faith-based environment, we invite you to join our team and help us continue serving those in need with compassion and integrity.

What You’ll Do:

• Process all incoming donations in coordination with the Advancement Database Coordinator, ensuring accurate data entry, tax credit processing, and prompt generation of donor acknowledgment letters.
• Prepare and record deposits following agency policies and internal financial controls.
• Accurately allocate incoming funds based on donor intent, event designations, or grant restrictions.
• Maintain confidential and accurate donor records within the donor database system.
• Serve as liaison to the Finance Department to ensure timely reconciliation of advancement income, including troubleshooting discrepancies and preparing necessary reports.
• Provide administrative support to the Chief Advancement Officer, including calendar management, correspondence, and preparation of documents and reports.
• Respond to donor inquiries regarding contributions, tax receipts, and fund allocation with professionalism and accuracy.
• Provide occasional front office support at the St. Anne’s Campus, including answering phones, assisting visitors and volunteers, and performing general clerical duties as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Catholic Social Teachings

Possesses a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities, including the understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and the ability to demonstrate the philosophy and values of the agency.  The identity of the agency is clearly Catholic, and as such, Catholic Charities adheres to the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounts receivable, administrative support, or customer service.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance.

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in business administration, accounting, nonprofit management, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in a nonprofit environment, particularly in fundraising, donor relations, accounting, or advancement services.

Application Time Period

Start Date:   09/22/2025

Priority Date: 10/31/2025

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

Human Resources, [email protected], or 417-368-0914

www.ccsomo.org/careers/

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.