Gift Processing Coordinator

About Goodnation

Goodnation addresses the root causes of societal problems by empowering changemakers and driving meaningful social impact as a trusted fiscal sponsor and innovator. Through comprehensive fiscal sponsorship support, we enable visionary programs to thrive. In addition, we develop and manage our own unique initiatives to address critical societal challenges and amplify our collective impact.

So far, over $85M has been deployed through Goodnation to help reform systems, protect the vulnerable, and solve our world’s toughest challenges through vetted nonprofit organizations and unique initiatives.

Goodnation employs a structure termed a contract hybrid, consisting of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit called the Goodnation Foundation, a social enterprise called Goodnation Philanthropy Advisors, and a 501(c)(4) called Goodnation Action. Goodnation Foundation and Goodnation Action serve as fiscal sponsors, and Goodnation Philanthropy Advisors has the ability to serve as a fiscal agent. This role will be hired by Goodnation Philanthropy Advisors and will work across the finances of all three entities.

Position Summary

As Goodnation continues to grow, we are seeking a full-time Gift Processing Coordinator. The Gift Processing Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the accurate intake, tracking, allocation, and acknowledgment of all incoming gifts to Goodnation Foundation and Goodnation Action. This role plays a critical operational function at the intersection of finance, programs, and development, ensuring that donor funds are recorded correctly, allocated in a timely manner, and compliant with internal policies and funder requirements.

Working closely with Fiscal Sponsor Program Managers, the National Roundtable team, and the finance and accounting teams, the Gift Processing Coordinator maintains data integrity across all donation and payment platforms, supports financial reporting and compliance, and serves as a key point of contact for gift-related processes. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple systems and workflows while supporting a growing, multi-entity organization.

The Gift Processing Coordinator reports to the Senior Finance Operations Manager and partners closely with Fiscal Sponsor Program Managers and the National Roundtable team to ensure accurate, complete, and up-to-date donation records.

This full-time position will be hybrid remote for employees located in the NYC area, with every other Wednesday in the Financial District office. This schedule is subject to change. Other employees will be fully remote, with the expectation they visit the team in NYC twice a year. This role will be hired by Goodnation Philanthropy Advisors, with the option to be hired under Goodnation Foundation if there is a need for loan forgiveness.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the intake, tracking, and allocation of all incoming gifts to Goodnation Foundation and Goodnation Action.
• Maintain expertise in all payment methods accepted by Goodnation; provide clear instructions and required details to staff and funders (e.g., check instructions, Bill.com information, Network for Good).
• Coordinate with funders which support multiple programs to ensure accounting information is correct for each donation.
• Monitor all bank accounts and payment platforms (including Mazlo and Ignite) daily to identify and record new gifts.
• Partner closely with Program Managers and the National Roundtable team to anticipate incoming funds and confirm required donor and gift details.
• Work with Program Managers and programs to streamline recurring incoming payments.
• Allocate gifts in Ignite on a regular basis, coordinating with Program Managers to ensure accuracy and completeness of donor records. Assist Program Managers and programs as needed to allocate and complete transactions in Mazlo.
• Execute internal fund transfers as needed and manage unique cost sharing arrangements within Mazlo and Ignite.
• Coordinate with ArcLedge to confirm timely deposit of checks.
• Support the accountant and finance team to ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and up to date as it pertains to donations.
• Ensure data integrity across all financial and donor systems.
• Own the donor acknowledgment process on Mazlo, Ignite, and off platform, including timely and accurate acknowledgment letters are being sent and reviewing and making suggestions to the process and templates
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Finance Operations Manager to improve systems and ensure accuracy and compliance.

Skills, Capabilities and Attributes

Please see our Commitment to Diversity below, in which we encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

• Experience in nonprofit finance or accounting, nonprofit management, grant management business administration, or a related field
• Comfort with finance technology solutions or ability to learn new systems quickly. Experience with CRM platforms or financial management platforms a plus.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to ensure data integrity across systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with funders and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and a high degree of discretion in handling confidential financial and donor information.
• Comfort working cross-functionally with program, finance, and senior leadership teams.

Commitment to Diversity

Goodnation deeply values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of individuals of underrepresented backgrounds, including gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job with the potential to develop and succeed with coaching and support. We recognize that such a candidate may have a less traditional background or have different kinds of relevant experience. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

• Health
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans with generous employer contribution and a zero waiting period
  • Health Advocate
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• 401K plan with 4.5% employer match
• Stipends
  • Reimbursement for bike share membership
  • Monthly tech stipend of $100
• Time off
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Early closure on summer Fridays
  • 13 company holidays including Juneteenth, Veterans Day, and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
  • Four months paid parental leave