Volunteer Nonprofit Operations & Financial Coordinator
Volunteer Nonprofit Operations & Financial Coordinator Organization: Lights Back On, Inc. Location: Remote (United States) Position Type: Volunteer / Unpaid Time Commitment: Approximately 5–10 hours per month, flexible Reports To: Co-Founder & Vice President About Lights Back On, Inc. Lights Back On, Inc. is a Georgia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2019 to help individuals and families affected by poverty, natural disasters, and limited access to electricity. As our organization evolves, we are strengthening our Community Resource Navigator (Information and Referral) Program , which helps individuals and families locate organizations and programs offering utility assistance, housing support, food resources, and other essential services. We primarily serve Gwinnett, DeKalb, Fulton, and Cobb counties in metropolitan Atlanta. We are seeking a motivated volunteer who can help strengthen the administrative and financial foundation needed to support our mission. Position Overview The Volunteer Nonprofit Operations & Financial Coordinator will work directly with organizational leadership to improve financial organization, administrative processes, operational planning, and readiness for future funding opportunities. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys helping a grassroots nonprofit build practical systems and sustainable processes.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Organization: Help organize financial records, monitor expenses, and improve basic financial tracking procedures. Budgeting: Assist with reviewing operating budgets, preparing budget summaries, and tracking financial projections. Administrative Support: Help develop organizational procedures, document management systems, and administrative workflows. Grant Readiness: Assist with organizing financial and operational information needed for grant applications and donor reporting. Operational Planning: Support the implementation of organizational goals and strategic priorities. Financial Accountability: Recommend practical internal controls and reporting procedures appropriate for a small nonprofit.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field. Strong organizational and communication skills. Familiarity with Excel, Google Sheets, or other financial tracking tools. Understanding of nonprofit financial management is preferred but not required. Ability to work independently and collaborate remotely. Commitment to transparency, accountability, and community service. What You'll Gain Meaningful experience supporting nonprofit operations and organizational development. Opportunities to contribute professional skills to a community-focused mission. Experience collaborating directly with nonprofit leadership. The satisfaction of helping build a stronger foundation for community resource navigation and outreach. Volunteer Commitment This is a fully remote, unpaid volunteer position requiring approximately 5–10 hours per month. Scheduling is flexible, with occasional virtual meetings. We welcome applicants interested in an initial three-month commitment, with the possibility of continuing based on mutual interest. Please note: This is an operational volunteer role, not a voting Board of Directors position. Financial decisions and organizational governance remain with authorized leadership and the board.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through LinkedIn and share a brief introduction highlighting their relevant skills, experience, and interest in supporting Lights Back On, Inc. Help us build the foundation for brighter futures. Sometimes turning the lights back on begins with knowing where to turn. Website: https://www.lightsbackon.org