University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation

About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Established in 2003, the University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exists to raise philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations. Located on the Amherst campus and wholly dedicated to supporting the University's mission, UMAF is a separately governed nonprofit organization with its own health, wellness, and retirement benefits. UMAF serves the University of Massachusetts Amherst community by serving as a best practices resource for fundraising strategy and implementation. About the role The Associate Director of Development for the Isenberg School of Management (ISOM) works to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts as determined by the needs of the ISOM development program. This position manages a prospect pool of 100+ individual prospective donors capable of making major gifts. The Associate Director works closely with the Chief Development Officer and other ISOM development officers to create opportunities for increased philanthropic support from constituents, with primary focus on those managed within the prospect pool. Location : Due to the on-site nature of this position, only candidates who currently reside in one of the five New York City boroughs or who can consistently commute to NYC via subway or train will be considered. What you'll do Fundraising (80%) Builds and manages an appropriate portfolio of donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more to the school. Develops and carries out effective strategies for qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors while completing a significant number of face-to-face visits, proposals, and other strategic contacts per year. Consistently conducts the donor cultivation work and planning necessary to have a robust pipeline of major gift proposals. Works with the Chief Development Officer to feature prospects in meaningful engagements that build stronger relationships with constituencies. Recommends prospects for volunteer positions, including advisory boards, regional engagement and development committees and other opportunities at the university level. Provides excellent briefing, follow-up, and other support materials that include prospect strategy, meeting objectives, and next steps, to the dean and other university leaders who meet with assigned prospects. Writes and edits reports, gift agreements and donor proposals. Attends on and off campus alumni events and engagements in which assigned prospects are present, and as requested by the Chief Development Officer. Promotes university priorities and image to constituents. Maintains current knowledge of institutional priorities. Proactively anticipates and responds to donor inquiries. Stewards assigned donors through ongoing communications, recognition activities, invitations to key events, and interaction with beneficiaries of their support. Carefully records donor intentions when securing gifts and processes all appropriate documentation. Works closely with the Advancement Services team to ensure timely updating of record changes. Maintains performance goals and standards for the Associate Director of Development. Collaborating (10%) While a majority of time will center around donor management, pipeline development, consistent and personalized stewardship, an effort is required to support the team, and UMAF as a positive team player. Contribute to fundraising team meetings, including donor strategy conversations; and as a positive team member of the UMAF, attend development officer meetings, professional development activities, and other staff meetings as appropriate. In addition to efforts that revolve around fundraising, you will also be expected to track expenses, manage travel logistics, and support the budget process. Collaborate with faculty and staff partners to support the creation of visions that will resonate with donors and lead to securing major and blended gifts, and to develop a deep and evolving understanding of the priorities and program initiatives that require philanthropic support. Other Duties as Assigned (10%) UMAF is building and growing, and this position will support those efforts with other duties and projects as assigned from time to time. Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a development program, preferably within an educational institution. Equivalent experience in private sector sales, marketing, financial services, or a related field will be considered. Demonstrated understanding of the principles and practices of philanthropy, particularly in higher education and/or institutionally related foundations. Ability to inspire, generate excitement, shared purpose, and action; excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), while also being a good listener. Ability to effectively work and interact respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment. Ability to engage and effectively communicate with diverse audiences, including prospects, donors, executives, volunteer stakeholders, etc. Ability to problem solve, adapt to change, and successfully manage multiple projects from start to finish. Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a driver's license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. Note: We're passionate about building a diverse team. If your experience is close, but not an exact match, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, and skills are transferable. We know that diverse teams make better decisions and deliver better results, which is why we're committed to adding new perspectives and encourage everyone to apply. BENEFITS 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and 2 office closure days. 4-day summer work week. 401(k) plan. You contribute 5% and receive a 10% match. Health insurance packages for medical, dental, and vision. 16 weeks of paid parental leave to use within 1 year of childbirth. An additional 6 weeks available for the birthing parent. Part-time work for full-time pay for the first 4 weeks post parental leave. Learn more about our benefits . Proposed Annual Salary Range: $115,000 - $120,000 DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At the UMass Amherst Foundation, we understand the value that diversity, equity, and inclusion bring to our workplace, our constituents, and our community. We welcome and value diversity in all its forms and recognize that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work and advances our mission. We recognize that the benefits of a diverse team are fully realized when people of all races, gender identities, ages, ethnicities, cultural heritages and nationalities; educational backgrounds; religious and political beliefs; sexual orientations; abilities; and socioeconomic and veteran status are valued, respected, and included at every level. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact to request accommodation. OUR VALUES Connection • Build meaningful relationships rooted in trust, respect, and belonging. Courage • Show up with integrity, embrace challenges, and lead through uncertainty. Curiosity • Commit to learning-for yourself and others-and create a culture where everyone can thrive. Questions regarding the position or anything else related to careers with UMAF may be directed to the People & Culture team at PI3fc65c173a42-3454

About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Established in 2003, the University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exists to raise philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations. Located on the Amherst campus and wholly dedicated to supporting the University's mission, UMAF is a separately governed nonprofit organization with its own health, wellness, and retirement benefits. UMAF serves the University of Massachusetts Amherst community by serving as a best practices resource for fundraising strategy and implementation. About the role The Executive Director of Prospect Development leads the Prospect Research and Prospect Management teams at UMAF, reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Advancement Operations. This role oversees six staff members, ensuring high performance, professional growth, and strategic prioritization aligned with UMAF's fundraising objectives. The Executive Director is responsible for guiding the teams through the transition to Salesforce Education Cloud CRM, promoting pipeline optimization, data driven decision making, industry best practices, and incorporating new technologies, including AI literacy and appropriate adoption, to enhance operational efficiency and innovation. Location : This is a full-time hybrid position and is open to employees in select US states: Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and direct supervision to the Prospect Research and Prospect Management teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous development. Oversee all team operations, including recruitment, training, workflow management, and prioritization; manage the team budget and operational activities; ensure department policies and procedures are up to date. Working closely with the AVP, Advancement Operations, collaborate with UMAF departments to align prospect development initiatives with organizational priorities. Assist in the successful transition of the team to Salesforce Education Cloud CRM, ensuring effective training and process optimization in line with the March 2026 implementation. Advocate for and drive recognition and empowerment of Prospect Development within UMAF and the broader UMass community; identify collaborative opportunities and projects across UMAF for team members Drive the adoption of new tools, including AI-powered tools, and promote best practices to increase team efficiency and outcomes; leverage technology and industry trends to enhance prospect development activities and share insights with relevant stakeholders. Develop individual staff work plans and monitor progress toward established goals; mentor and support team members' professional growth. Conduct annual performance reviews and regular check-ins with direct repor ts. Prospect Research Prioritize, coordinate, and oversee the successful completion of research reports and materials prepared for the UMass Amherst Chancellor and UMAF President, and fundraising teams; ensuring the delivery of timely, high-quality insights that inform strategic fundraising decisions. Empower a team of highly skilled prospect research professionals, leveraging their deep expertise to drive innovative strategies for identifying and evaluating prospective donors to advance the goals of UMAF. Lead the prospect identification priorities of the team while developing forward-looking strategies for assessing constituent potential donor capacity and continuously refine standards and protocols for giving capacity assessments, anticipating future UMAF needs. Champion a collaborative environment that capitalizes on the subject matter expertise of team members and encourage continuous contributions to innovations in prospect research and research methodologies. Prospect Managemen t Collaborate with fundraising teams to implement prospect assignment and portfolio management strategies and empower team members to maximize fundraising potential through data-driven planning and collaboration. Oversee a dynamic prospect management program, including strategic planning and optimization, and ensuring processes, tools, policies, and training are aligned with best practices and organizational priorities. Facilitate and participate in high-level strategy meetings and portfolio reviews, fostering a culture of shared expertise and continuous improvement. Lead the management of prospect pipeline assessment, metrics and reporting, utilizing advanced business intelligence and detailed analysis to inform future planning and strategic decision-making. Prepare and enhance regular progress reports on fundraising metrics and portfolio performance, supporting proactive strategy development and long-term success. Oversee ongoing reviews of prospect management related data for consistency, initiate projects to improve the quality of prospect-specific data. Ensure the team's ongoing professional development and adherence to evolving prospect pipeline policies and procedures. Other Duties as Assigned UMAF is building and growing, and this position will support those efforts with other duties and projects as assigned from time to time. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. 10 or more years of experience, with at least 3 years overseeing the work of other professional staff. Demonstrated expertise in prospect development within higher education Advancement. Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills. Collaborative leadership style and experience managing complex situations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and online prospect research tools. Preferred Qualifications: MBA or master's degree. 5 years of experience in a large Prospect Development operation, with a focus on coaching and team development. Experience with project management. Demonstrated AI literacy and experience implementing AI solutions in fundraising. Experience with Salesforce Education Cloud CRM or similar platforms, including leading technology transitions Note: We're passionate about building a diverse team. If your experience is close, but not an exact match, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, and skills are transferable. We know that diverse teams make better decisions and deliver better results, which is why we're committed to adding new perspectives and encourage everyone to apply. BENEFITS 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and 2 office closure days. 4-day summer work week. 401(k) plan. You contribute 5% and receive a 10% match. Health insurance packages for medical, dental, and vision. 16 weeks of paid parental leave to use within 1 year of childbirth. An additional 6 weeks available for the birthing parent. Part-time work for full-time pay for the first 4 weeks post parental leave. Learn more about our benefits . Proposed Annual Salary Range: $144,000 - $161,000 DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At the UMass Amherst Foundation, we understand the value that diversity, equity, and inclusion bring to our workplace, our constituents, and our community. We welcome and value diversity in all its forms and recognize that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work and advances our mission. We recognize that the benefits of a diverse team are fully realized when people of all races, gender identities, ages, ethnicities, cultural heritages and nationalities; educational backgrounds; religious and political beliefs; sexual orientations; abilities; and socioeconomic and veteran status are valued, respected, and included at every level. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact to request accommodation. OUR VALUES Connection: Foster relationships based on trust, respect, and belonging. Courage : Demonstrate integrity and lead through challenges. Curiosity : Commit to learning and support a culture of growth. Questions regarding the position or anything else related to careers with UMAF may be directed to the People & Culture team at PI6d7ddec0454e-3452

About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Established in 2003, the University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exists to raise philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations. Located on the Amherst campus and wholly dedicated to supporting the University's mission, UMAF is a separately governed nonprofit organization with its own health, wellness, and retirement benefits. UMAF serves the University of Massachusetts Amherst community by serving as a best practices resource for fundraising strategy and implementation. About the role Reporting to the Vice President of Development, Matt Carlyon, the Chief Development Officer (CDO) will assume and build out a national portfolio of individuals, corporations, and foundations rated at the major and principal gift levels ($50K-$1M+) with likely geographic emphasis on prospects and donors in the Northeast and Florida. In addition to frontline fundraising responsibilities, the CDO will hire and manage a team member focused on donor engagement and annual giving, partner with and guide an active and engaged Advisory Board, and actively pursue collaborations with colleagues across UMAF towards interdisciplinary and thematic giving opportunities that will significantly increase private support. In addition to evergreen priorities within the college for research and endowments, a vital need existsto increase student scholarships. This will provide students who are passionate about learning with the foundation and stimulus they need to create new knowledge, increase their capacity as innovative and independent thinkers, and deepen their facility to develop solutions to pressing problems. The CDO will be expected to create a compelling case for support, create strategic plans, proposals, and marketing materials to advance the development agenda for this College; stretch to close gifts and meet established goals; and initiate joint solicitations with the Vice President of Development and UMAF colleagues, as well as College faculty, staff, and volunteers as appropriate. They will make strategic use of the Dean's time and efforts to advance key relationships and gift discussions, taking the lead in donor strategy and making the ask, identifying and pursuing mutually beneficial relationships, and delivering timely, transparent communication to internal and external constituents. The ideal candidate is relationship-driven and donor-centric with a track record of fundraising success at 6-figure gift levels and above; shows an ability to think and act strategically while exhibiting diplomacy, creativity, and initiative. The CDO demonstrates cultural fluency, empathy, and high emotional intelligence along with the skill needed to handle complex organizational details and project manage a variety of tasks. Location : This is a full-time hybrid position and is open to employees in select US states: Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. What you'll do Fundraising (60%) Actively maintain a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects and cultivate, solicit and steward them on behalf of the Commonwealth Honors College. Craft and present proposals for major/principal gift solicitations and prepare other fundraising materials to be used to maximize philanthropy for the College's key strategic priorities. Ensure continuous progress in moving assigned donors through donor cycle (e.g., qualify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward). Document all quality contacts and moves management strategies through the use of the prospect tracking system (Advance). Collaborate with central advancement such as planned giving, principal gifts, corporate and foundation relations on major gift proposals. Create and update strategic plans for donors you plan on soliciting. Participate in relationship management teams and contribute to strategic plans associated with key donors. Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and adhere to the policies and procedures for accepting, recording, and acknowledging gifts. Development Leadership (30%) In partnership with the Vice President of Development and Dean, plan, implement, and execute the College's campaign goals that complement the University's comprehensive campaign objectives. In partnership with the Dean, manage the College's Advisory Board. Work closely with board members and other stakeholders to maximize their philanthropy to the College's strategic funding priorities. Play primary role in managing and tracking specific fundraising initiatives as agreed by the Dean and Vice President of Development in accordance with the University's and the College's strategic plan. Provide excellent briefing, follow-up, and other support materials that include prospect strategy, meeting objectives, and next steps to the Dean and other university leaders when meeting with assigned prospects. Provides strategic direction on annual giving and stewardship activities, maintaining a focus on ideal outcomes of collaboration and continuous improvement in donor relations. Commit to growth on the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion to consider how to expand inclusivity of projects, relationships, and activities. In collaboration with the Dean, administer the budget for the College's development activities; ensure efficient use of resources and the completion of reports associated with this fiduciary responsibility. Other Duties as Assigned (10%) UMAF is building and growing, and this position will support those efforts with other duties and projects as assigned from time to time. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Minimum eight (8) years of prior experience with face-to-face fundraising in higher education or a similarly complex nonprofit organization with proven success closing 6- and ideally 7-figure gifts. Ability to quickly gain substantive knowledge and comprehension of the College's programs and initiatives, projects, and activities to effectively present potential giving opportunities to prospective donors and make a compelling case for support. Affinity for and/or interest in key issues in honors curricula and programs, including access, undergraduate research, co-curricular and experiential learning, residential experience, and service. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight and occasional weekends. Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, presentation skills, and demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with various groups of diverse constituencies including college staff and faculty, prospects, donors, executives, volunteer stakeholders, etc. The maturity, judgment, and respect needed to authentically engage with leaders of corporations and industry. Ability to problem solve, adapt to change, and successfully manage multiple projects from start to finish. Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a driver's license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. Note: We're passionate about building a diverse team. If your experience is close, but not an exact match, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, and skills are transferable. We know that diverse teams make better decisions and deliver better results, which is why we're committed to adding new perspectives and encourage everyone to apply. BENEFITS 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and 2 office closure days. 4-day summer work week. 401(k) plan. You contribute 5% and receive a 10% match. Health insurance packages for medical, dental, and vision. 16 weeks of paid parental leave to use within 1 year of childbirth. An additional 6 weeks available for the birthing parent. Part-time work for full-time pay for the first 4 weeks post parental leave. Learn more about our benefits . Proposed Annual Salary Range: $144,000 - $161,000 DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At the UMass Amherst Foundation, we understand the value that diversity, equity, and inclusion bring to our workplace, our constituents, and our community. We welcome and value diversity in all its forms and recognize that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work and advances our mission. We recognize that the benefits of a diverse team are fully realized when people of all races, gender identities, ages, ethnicities, cultural heritages and nationalities; educational backgrounds; religious and political beliefs; sexual orientations; abilities; and socioeconomic and veteran status are valued, respected, and included at every level. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact to request accommodation. OUR VALUES Connection • Build meaningful relationships rooted in trust, respect, and belonging. Courage • Show up with integrity, embrace challenges, and lead through uncertainty. Curiosity • . click apply for full job details

About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Established in 2003, the University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exists to raise philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations. Located on the Amherst campus and wholly dedicated to supporting the University's mission, UMAF is a separately governed nonprofit organization with its own health, wellness, and retirement benefits. UMAF serves the University of Massachusetts Amherst community by serving as a best practices resource for fundraising strategy and implementation. About the role The Associate Director of Development for the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences (SBS) works to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts as determined by the needs of the SBS development program. This position manages a prospect pool of 100+ individual prospective donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more. The Associate Director works closely with the Chief Development Officer and other SBS development officers to create opportunities for increased philanthropic support from constituents, with primary focus on those managed within the prospect pool. Location : This is a full-time hybrid position and is open to employees in select US states: Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. What you'll do Fundraising (80%) Builds and manages an appropriate portfolio of donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more to the school. Develops and carries out effective strategies for qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors while completing a significant number of face-to-face visits, proposals, and other strategic contacts per year. Consistently conducts the donor cultivation work and planning necessary to have a robust pipeline of major gift proposals. Works with the Chief Development Officer to feature prospects in meaningful engagements that build stronger relationships with constituencies. Recommends prospects for volunteer positions, including advisory boards, regional engagement and development committees and other opportunities at the university level. Provides excellent briefing, follow-up, and other support materials that include prospect strategy, meeting objectives, and next steps, to the dean and other university leaders who meet with assigned prospects. Writes and edits reports, gift agreements and donor proposals. Attends on and off campus alumni events and engagements in which assigned prospects are present, and as requested by the Chief Development Officer. Promotes university priorities and image to constituents. Maintains current knowledge of institutional priorities. Proactively anticipates and responds to donor inquiries. Stewards assigned donors through ongoing communications, recognition activities, invitations to key events, and interaction with beneficiaries of their support. Carefully records donor intentions when securing gifts and processes all appropriate documentation. Works closely with the Advancement Services team to ensure timely updating of record changes. Maintains performance goals and standards for the Associate Director of Development. Collaborating (10%) While a majority of time will center around donor management, pipeline development, consistent and personalized stewardship, an effort is required to support the team, and UMAF as a positive team player. Contribute to fundraising team meetings, including donor strategy conversations; and as a positive team member of the UMAF, attend development officer meetings, professional development activities, and other staff meetings as appropriate. In addition to efforts that revolve around fundraising, you will also be expected to track expenses, manage travel logistics, and support the budget process. Collaborate with faculty and staff partners to support the creation of visions that will resonate with donors and lead to securing major and blended gifts, and to develop a deep and evolving understanding of the priorities and program initiatives that require philanthropic support. Other Duties as Assigned (10%) UMAF is building and growing, and this position will support those efforts with other duties and projects as assigned from time to time. Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a development program, preferably within an educational institution. Equivalent experience in private sector sales, marketing, financial services, or a related field will be considered. Demonstrated understanding of the principles and practices of philanthropy, particularly in higher education and/or institutionally related foundations. Ability to inspire, generate excitement, shared purpose, and action; excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), while also being a good listener. Ability to effectively work and interact respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment. Ability to engage and effectively communicate with diverse audiences, including prospects, donors, executives, volunteer stakeholders, etc. Ability to problem solve, adapt to change, and successfully manage multiple projects from start to finish. Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a driver's license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. Note: We're passionate about building a diverse team. If your experience is close, but not an exact match, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, and skills are transferable. We know that diverse teams make better decisions and deliver better results, which is why we're committed to adding new perspectives and encourage everyone to apply. BENEFITS 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and 2 office closure days. 4-day summer work week. 401(k) plan. You contribute 5% and receive a 10% match. Health insurance packages for medical, dental, and vision. 16 weeks of paid parental leave to use within 1 year of childbirth. An additional 6 weeks available for the birthing parent. Part-time work for full-time pay for the first 4 weeks post parental leave. Learn more about our benefits . Proposed Annual Salary Range: $93,000 - $103,000 DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At the UMass Amherst Foundation, we understand the value that diversity, equity, and inclusion bring to our workplace, our constituents, and our community. We welcome and value diversity in all its forms and recognize that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work and advances our mission. We recognize that the benefits of a diverse team are fully realized when people of all races, gender identities, ages, ethnicities, cultural heritages and nationalities; educational backgrounds; religious and political beliefs; sexual orientations; abilities; and socioeconomic and veteran status are valued, respected, and included at every level. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact to request accommodation. OUR VALUES Connection • Build meaningful relationships rooted in trust, respect, and belonging. Courage • Show up with integrity, embrace challenges, and lead through uncertainty. Curiosity • Commit to learning-for yourself and others-and create a culture where everyone can thrive. Questions regarding the position or anything else related to careers with UMAF may be directed to the People & Culture team at PI78fb5-

About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation Established in 2003, the University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exists to raise philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations. Located on the Amherst campus and wholly dedicated to supporting the University's mission, UMAF is a separately governed nonprofit organization with its own health, wellness, and retirement benefits. UMAF serves the University of Massachusetts Amherst community by serving as a best practices resource for fundraising strategy and implementation. About the role The University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF) is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Staff Accountant: Payroll & Accounting Operations to join our finance team. This role is responsible for managing payroll processing and supporting core accounting operations including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal entries. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in payroll administration, a solid foundation in accounting principles, and familiarity with accounting systems such as QuickBooks and Oracle NetSuite. This position plays an important role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of financial transactions. Location : This is a full-time hybrid position based in Hadley, MA. The position requires regular on-site presence. While there is flexibility in scheduling, employees should expect to be on site multiple days most weeks, depending on operational needs. Responsibilities Payroll Administration (Applicants without at least 3 years of direct payroll processing responsibility will not be considered.) Process and administer biweekly payroll accurately and on schedule Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations Coordinate payroll changes including new hires, terminations, and compensation updates Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure proper recording in the general ledger; perform periodic reconciliation of employee deductions. 401K, parking, gifts Address payroll inquiries from employees and resolve discrepancies Related tax filings and reporting Accounts Payable Process vendor invoices and ensure timely and accurate payments Maintain vendor records and ensure appropriate documentation and approvals Monitor accounts payable aging and resolve discrepancies Prepare 1099 forms for vendors Request and maintain W-9 forms and Liability Insurance documentation from vendors where applicable Accounting Operations Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger Perform monthly bank reconciliations Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end close activities Support travel and business expense system and corporate credit card users and help resolve issues as they arise Support internal and external audit requests as needed Cash Management Manage and monitor positive pay transactions and banking controls Assist with monitoring daily cash activity and ensuring accuracy of banking records Other Duties as Assigned UMAF is building and growing, and this position will support those efforts with other duties and projects as assigned from time to time. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance Must have 3-5+ years of payroll processing experience Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes Experience with QuickBooks and/or Oracle NetSuite Experience with accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and journal entries Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) Excellent organizational and communication skills Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment Preferred Qualifications: Experience in higher education or nonprofit accounting Familiarity with payroll compliance and multi-state payroll processing Experience supporting month-end close processes Note: We're passionate about building a diverse team. If your experience is close, but not an exact match, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, and skills are transferable. We know that diverse teams make better decisions and deliver better results, which is why we're committed to adding new perspectives and encourage everyone to apply. BENEFITS 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and 2 office closure days. 4-day summer work week. 401(k) plan. You contribute 5% and receive a 10% match. Health insurance packages for medical, dental, and vision. 16 weeks of paid parental leave to use within 1 year of childbirth. An additional 6 weeks available for the birthing parent. Part-time work for full-time pay for the first 4 weeks post parental leave. Learn more about our benefits . Proposed Annual Salary Range: $85,000 - $93,000 DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At the UMass Amherst Foundation, we understand the value that diversity, equity, and inclusion bring to our workplace, our constituents, and our community. We welcome and value diversity in all its forms and recognize that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work and advances our mission. We recognize that the benefits of a diverse team are fully realized when people of all races, gender identities, ages, ethnicities, cultural heritages and nationalities; educational backgrounds; religious and political beliefs; sexual orientations; abilities; and socioeconomic and veteran status are valued, respected, and included at every level. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact to request accommodation. OUR VALUES Connection: Foster relationships based on trust, respect, and belonging. Courage : Demonstrate integrity and lead through challenges. Curiosity : Commit to learning and support a culture of growth. Questions regarding the position or anything else related to careers with UMAF may be directed to the People & Culture team at PIee01df4dfa5b-8902