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Operations Specialist

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Waukesha, WI, USA
Full-time

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis, and one of the most innovative and successful organizations of its kind – is seeking an Operations Specialist with strong administrative and bookkeeping or basic accounting experience! Knowledge of accounting principles and an accounting background a plus!

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) and its employees embrace their commitment to its core values.  These core values are the pillars on which CFF stand and will continue to sustain us as we move forward.

  • Keep sight of what really matters:  Our decisions are based on what is best for people with cystic fibrosis and their families.
  • Aspire for excellence in all we do:  We take pride in our work. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
  • Stronger together:  We collaborate and work together so that we can learn more and achieve more.
  • Innovate with courage:  We embrace challenges. We reach beyond boundaries in pursuit of our vision.
  • Care about our people:  We deeply care about each other and all who support our shared mission. We listen with respect. We support one another.
Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Responsibilities include database management, accounts payable, revenue processing and receipting, P&L and monthly GL reconciliation, maintenance of chapter accounting files, compliance management and audit, securing volunteers, coordinating mailings, ordering supplies and answering phones. 
  • Must have excellent project management skills.
  • Candidate will assist with local events as needed from event logistics and supporting staff. Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written) necessary to communicate diplomatically and effectively with volunteers, donors and other staff members.
Skills/Experience: 
  • The ideal candidate will have 2 plus years of relevant work experience with proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Word, social media and CRM knowledge.
  • A working knowledge of desktop publishing a plus.
  • Requires strong administrative skills to manage multiple projects, must be detail oriented, analytical, ability to prioritize and stay highly organized.
  • Volunteer management experience helpful.
Job Function: 

Organization Info

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Overview
Headquarters: 
Bethesda, MD, United States
Founded: 
1957
About Us
Mission: 

The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has 70 chapters and branch offices across the country that work diligently to raise funds to help support the search for a cure. In addition, the Foundation provides funding for and accredits more than 120 CF care centers and 53 affiliate programs nationwide, including more than 100 programs for treating adults with CF. The high quality of specialized care available throughout the care center network has led to the improved length and quality of life for people with CF. Located at teaching and community hospitals across the country, these care centers offer the best care, treatments and support for those with CF.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Dec 20 2018
Active Until: 
Jan 20 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
industry: 
Nonprofit