Accounting and Operations Coordinator

TURN; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utility Reform Network (TURN) in California is seeking an Accounting and Operations Coordinator to support the Finance Department. This role handles accounts payable/receivable, financial recordkeeping, donor management data entry, and budget reporting to keep the nonprofit's operations efficient.

Working in a hybrid office in Oakland, you will collaborate across departments, manage vendor relationships, assist with month-end close, and help prepare board materials and donor communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of three years accounting, bookkeeping, finance or related administrative experience.
• Experience processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Strong data entry and financial recordkeeping accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Nonprofit experience and donor management exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare and maintain financial records, deposits, and data entry in accounting systems.
• Assist with month-end close activities, reporting, reconciliations, and budget reporting.
• Process donations and maintain related records and acknowledgments.
• Provide admin support to Finance and Administration; manage records and filings.
• Coordinate vendor relationships and assist with facility and office operations.
• Prepare Board materials and donor communications; support cross‑department projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Independent working

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

QuickBooks

Salesforce

Job description

Department: Administration
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Classification (Exempt/Non-Exempt): Non-Exempt
Employment Type (Full Time/Part Time): Full-Time
Work Location (In Office/Hybrid/Remote): Hybrid (Required in-office four days per week)
Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000
Travel Requirements (None/Minimal Local Travel): Minimal Local Travel

About TURN:

TURN (The Utility Reform Network) is a non-profit advocacy organization committed to ensuring affordable, reliable, and sustainable utility services for all people living in California. We advocate for equitable policies that protect all consumers, while centering the needs of lower income and BIPOC communities, through policy change, research, and grassroots organizing.

TURN believes in a society where clean power, phone, and broadband are treated as basic rights for all families.

Job Summary:

The Accounting and Operations Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the Finance Department while coordinating organizational processes that support efficient business operations. This position assists with accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial recordkeeping, vendor management, office operations, and cross-departmental administrative projects to ensure the effective functioning of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Prepare and maintain financial records, deposits, supporting documentation, and data entry in accounting and donor management systems.

Assist with month-end close activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, journal entries and audit preparation, agency budget and individualized departmental budgets and reporting.

Process incoming donations and maintain related records and acknowledgments.

Provide administrative support to the Finance and Administration Department, including records management, filing, and special projects.

Coordinate vendor relationships and assist with facility and office operations.

Assist with preparation of Board materials, donor correspondence, and other organizational communications.

Collaborate with staff across departments to support organizational operations and priorities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Minimum of three (3) years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related administrative experience.

Experience processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.

Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping.

Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to professionally handle sensitive conversations with members, donors, vendors, and stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision while following established procedures and direction.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Reliable transportation for occasional local business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a nonprofit organization.

Experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Online.

Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM/database systems.

Bilingual proficiency (Spanish preferred).

Experience supporting audits, month-end close processes, or financial reporting.

Familiarity with donor processing, fundraising administration, or membership organizations.

Core Competencies

Organization & Time Management

Communication & Customer Service

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.

Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds

Ability to work in an office environment four days per week

TURN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

TURN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment, in accordance with applicable laws.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may change at any time based on organizational needs.