What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at ANAB - ANSI National Accreditation Board?
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Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Travel: Some domestic travel required
About ANAB
ANAB is the largest multi-disciplinary accreditation body in North America with offices in Washington, D.C., and Fort Wayne, IN. We work with government regulators, top organizations, and industry leaders worldwide to play an important role in ensuring health and safety, protection of the environment and the quality of goods and services. We support the development of national and international policies and standards and conduct assessments to make sure our clients meet requirements and are competent to do their work.
ANAB is a global leader in accreditation, known for professionalism, teamwork, and a reputation for precision and value.
We are currently looking for a professional with comprehensive client and accounting management experience, including administrative skills, to fill the position of Accountant. Accountants are key to orchestrating our customer support, including managing various responsibilities and process flow (e.g., application processing, assessment scheduling, assessment deliverable processing, maintaining records including database entry, accounts payable and receivable) to support our clients for them to remain in good standing with multiple requirements. This position interfaces with clients, assessors, committee members, and other staff to coordinate the delivery of accreditation and assessment services. The accountant's role must juggle various responsibilities within assigned timelines, requirements, and customer support, with an understanding and care of the importance of maintaining a balance.
Essential Functions: The primary responsibility of this position is to support the accounting process by coordinating accounting activity between clients, staff, and assessors.
Benefits:
ANAB offers a competitive compensation package, including:
If you’re passionate about influencing global standards, working with diverse teams, and driving excellence in laboratory accreditation, we want to hear from you. Join ANAB, where your expertise makes an impact, your leadership shapes industries, and your career can reach new heights.
ANSI National Accreditation Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Travel: Some domestic travel required
About ANAB
ANAB is the largest multi-disciplinary accreditation body in North America with offices in Washington, D.C., and Fort Wayne, IN. We work with government regulators, top organizations, and industry leaders worldwide to play an important role in ensuring health and safety, protection of the environment and the quality of goods and services. We support the development of national and international policies and standards and conduct assessments to make sure our clients meet requirements and are competent to do their work.
ANAB is a global leader in accreditation, known for professionalism, teamwork, and a reputation for precision and value.
We are currently looking for a professional with comprehensive client and accounting management experience, including administrative skills, to fill the position of Accountant. Accountants are key to orchestrating our customer support, including managing various responsibilities and process flow (e.g., application processing, assessment scheduling, assessment deliverable processing, maintaining records including database entry, accounts payable and receivable) to support our clients for them to remain in good standing with multiple requirements. This position interfaces with clients, assessors, committee members, and other staff to coordinate the delivery of accreditation and assessment services. The accountant's role must juggle various responsibilities within assigned timelines, requirements, and customer support, with an understanding and care of the importance of maintaining a balance.
Essential Functions: The primary responsibility of this position is to support the accounting process by coordinating accounting activity between clients, staff, and assessors.
- Review accounts payable items for accuracy and input into accounting system for payment.
- Review assessor invoices for accuracy, verify that all necessary documents are provided, and process for payment.
- Follow up to ensure timely payments for accounts payables.
- Invoice clients.
- Follow up on accounts receivable past due items.
- May process payments and apply to customer accounts.
- Submit adjustments for review with support and analysis for authorization and subsequent entry.
- Maintain documented processes and/or procedures and recommend and implement process improvements.
- Assist with monthly forecasting and the yearly budgeting process.
- Serve as liaison between the client, assessors, and staff.
- Perform special projects, which may require creating reports, schedules, and other financial information as required.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
- Communication Skills: Written, verbal, listening
- Customer service support and problem solving.
- Proficient written and verbal communication, listening, and interpersonal skills, and ability to always act with respect and integrity.
- Administrative Skills: Attention to detail, timeliness
- Ability to demonstrate administrative discipline.
- Proficient organizational abilities.
- Record keeping - ability to accurately create, maintain, and retrieve records.
- Ability to prioritize projects, handle a multitude of activities simultaneously, and pay thorough attention to detail.
- Behavioral skills: Ethical, professional, interpersonal
- Professional demeanor and ability to balance respect, decisiveness and tenacity when dealing with others.
- Demonstrated capacity to embrace change.
- Ability to manage work under pressure.
- Operational skills: Planning, coordination, quality principles
- Technology-Related skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
- Proficient keyboarding skills.
- Problem Solving: Ability to identify and address operational process problems and opportunities.
- Autonomy: Fulfills responsibilities with reasonable oversight under the direction of a Senior Coordinator of Operations or above.
Benefits:
ANAB offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance options
- Additional optional benefits to support your well-being
If you’re passionate about influencing global standards, working with diverse teams, and driving excellence in laboratory accreditation, we want to hear from you. Join ANAB, where your expertise makes an impact, your leadership shapes industries, and your career can reach new heights.
ANSI National Accreditation Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.