What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Accountant position at ANAB?
You don’t just want a job! You want an opportunity to be part of something special. A career at the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) is that and more.
ANAB is the largest multi-disciplinary accreditation body in North America with offices in Washington, D.C., New York, NY, 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 ensure our clients meet requirements and are competent to do their work.
ANAB operates various international accreditation programs whereby certification bodies are accredited using international standards (e.g., ISO), regulatory (e.g., FDA), and industry-owned schemes (e.g., GLOBALG.A.P).
We are currently looking for a professional with comprehensive client and accounting management experience including administrative skills to fill the position of Assistant Accountant. Assistant 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 assistant 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.
This position will be based out of our Fort Wayne IN office.
ANAB is a recognized leader in global accreditation. If you want to make an impact, sharpen your skills, and be part of a dynamic culture, ANAB is the place for you. Professionalism is valued. Teamwork is essential. Our employees are leaders, and our company has a reputation for meticulousness and value!
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, ANAB staff, and ANSI financial staff.
Perform special projects, which may require creating reports, schedules, and other financial information as required.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
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
Knowledge of applicable ANAB accreditation rules and processes, scheme requirements and relevant guidance and application documents.
Appropriate level of understanding of the business, third-party accredited conformity assessment system and value-added assessment services, including personnel involved in the process, outside influencers, etc.
Understanding of quality principles, continuous learning, customer focus and service, and teamwork and partnering skills.
Technical skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Proficient keyboarding skills.
Proficient with ANAB platforms.
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.
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required. An associate degree and 2 years of experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree. High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years of experience may substitute for a degree.
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
Why Join ANAB?
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.
