Securities Gifts Coordinator

About the role

Cornell University welcomes candidates for the position of Securities Gifts Coordinator in our Alumni Affairs and Development division, based in Ithaca, NY. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the university's advancement efforts.

Position Summary

The Securities Gifts Coordinator manages the receipt, processing, and recording of charitable gifts of securities, working closely with donors, brokers, financial institutions, and internal partners to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant gift administration. This role oversees brokerage relationships, supports complex and non-marketable asset gifts, and ensures adherence to IRS, CASE, and university policies while advancing Cornell’s fundraising efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the receipt, transfer, sale, and recording of securities gifts by partnering with donors, gift officers, brokers, bankers, and other financial representatives to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Calculate and document gift values, prepare gift intake and tax receipt materials, and ensure gifts are allocated and recorded in accordance with donor intent and university procedures.
• Research and identify unknown donors through outreach, giving history analysis, and related records to ensure proper gift attribution and stewardship.
• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews to ensure securities gifts are processed accurately, compliant with IRS, CASE, and university guidelines, and reflected correctly in donor records.
• Support operational excellence by maintaining standard operating procedures, serving as a backup for gift processing functions, and contributing to continuous process improvement, training, and departmental initiatives.

About Alumni Affairs And Development

Cornell's Alumni Affairs and Development division, widely regarded as one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education, connects alumni, parents and friends with opportunities to advance the university's mission through philanthropy and engagement. As part of our team, you'll help cultivate meaningful relationships while working alongside dedicated professionals who share your commitment to excellence and educational advancement.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 2 – 4 years of experience in accounting/banking, accounts receivable and/or financial reporting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform work with a high level of accuracy within a high volume, mission critical environment.
• Strong technology acumen, including advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in business and financial mathematics and solid understanding of financial assets such as stocks and bonds and their use in charitable donations.
• Customer service oriented.

Work Location

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role remotely 3 days per week and on-campus 2 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.

Rewards And Benefits

Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability. Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.

Leave Provisions

We provide employees with health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell.

Education Benefits

We offer tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell.

Total Rewards

To learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: Total Rewards | Working at Cornell.

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.