Accountant

BBB National Programs is where businesses turn to enhance consumer trust and consumers are heard.

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a more accountable and trustworthy marketplace. As the foremost thought leader on industry self-regulation, we are shaping the way that businesses and consumers interact with one another. As the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, we are currently operating more than a dozen globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. Our programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. We continue to evolve our work and grow our impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in arenas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas.

ABOUT OUR FINANCE DEPARTMENT

The Finance Department at BBB National Programs plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s operations and mission. The finance team is responsible for all the finance and accounting activities in the organization, managing cash flow, forecasts, day-to-day accounting, and generating financial statements following generally accepted accounting principles.

YOUR IMPACT

In this role you will support our Finance department with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure invoices and related expenses are processed in accordance with organizational policies and observance of required deadlines
• Communicate and work with vendors to address issues and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Prepare reconciliations (bank reconciliations, general ledger accounts, etc.)
• Process and record cash deposits daily
• Identify, communicate, and assist with various collections issues
• Assist with the reconciliation of customer balances
• Process payroll and related benefits payments on biweekly basis
• Assist in annual audit and month-end close activities
• Provide support for organization tax filings (1099s, tangible returns, etc.)
• Assist with 401k census reporting
• Ability to take on ad hoc projects as needed and handle process improvements

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline (accounting, finance)
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles
• Ability to work independently to identify and solve problems
• Ability to begin work or undertake a project on their own initiative
• Ability to work under time constraints and maintain composure in dynamic situations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Communicates effectively to wide variety of audiences
• Excellent project and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• COVID-19 Vaccination

Let us know if you have:

• Accounting work experience
• Fortune 500 or Big 4 experience
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365

WHAT WE OFFER:

At BBB National Programs, we bring a growth mindset as we advance our mission and strive to foster trust, innovation, and competition in the marketplace. Cultivating a team of talented and engaged professionals who seek out new challenges and opportunities catalyze our progress. We are an inclusive organization, bringing a dynamic environment that supports our employees and the meaningful work we do.

Health & Welfare Benefits: You will be offered a comprehensive plan offering health, dental and vision plans. paid short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

Financial Well-Being: Build your retirement savings with our 401k plan matching up to 6% of your contributions.

Time Off: You will have flexibility for the time you need off from work. We offer a variety of plans including vacation, personal, and sick leave.

Wellness: We promote physical and mental wellness by providing a fully equipped on-site fitness center in our offices and an employee assistance program.

Environment: Our modern headquarters in McLean, VA provides the space for creativity and collaboration, and the technology resources so you can be at your best. We believe that an inclusive mindset and diverse workforce are strengths in fulfilling our mission; therefore, we continuously work to engage and develop diverse and inclusive talent and leaders.

This is a hybrid role in our McLean, VA office.

BBB National Programs is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.