Finance Assistant
Duties And Responsibilities
- Affords support to the 2026 HVF finance program.
- Supports the Finance Director with call time including preparation, staffing, and follow up for the Leader, incumbents or candidates.
- Prepares materials for donor meetings.
- Assists with logistics for caucus and candidates fundraising events and assists with event staffing.
- Maintains caucus donor databases.
- Executes the caucus finance plan, which includes soliciting $5,000+ contributions as well as low-dollar contributions.
- Assists the Finance Director on assisting incumbents and candidates with developing and executing their own successful fundraising plans.
Requirements
- Highly organized and motivated.
- Capable of working through a demanding work environment.
- Self-starter with strong organizational and planning skills.
- Proficient with Google Suite programs.
- NGP-VAN, Numero, and ActBlue experience is a plus.
- Reliable transportation (position will at times require travel around the state).
- The ability to work extended hours, including occasional nights and weekends as needed.
- Willingness to relocate to Des Moines, IA.
Salary And Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience, with a monthly salary of $4,134.38 and core benefits include healthcare, paid personal time, and paid sick leave. Additional incentives and benefits may be available.
Application
To Apply Please email a resume, and 3 references to Ethan Matthias at ematthias@iowademocrats.org with “Finance Assistant Application” in the subject line to apply. For accommodations, please reach out to Ethan at ematthias@iowademocrats.org.
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone looking to grow as a political fundraising staffer while working with multiple candidates, elected officials, donors, campaign managers and caucus staff.
Qualifications
Previous campaign fundraising experience preferred but not required.
Skills
Proficiency with Google Suite programs.
Benefits
Core benefits include healthcare, paid personal time, and paid sick leave. Additional incentives and benefits may be available.
Pay
Salary commensurate with experience, with a monthly salary of $4,134.38.
Schedule
The position may begin remotely but will be expected to relocate to Des Moines, Iowa.