Staff Accountant

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. 

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. 

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

About the Role
Join our dynamic team as a Staff Accountant, where you'll play a crucial role in managing the financials for exciting events! You'll be responsible for invoicing, payments, collections, and ensuring everything runs smoothly. Collaborate closely with program managers and producers to keep our financials accurate and compliant. If you love numbers and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

You're Good At  
- Managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable with precision and attention to detail.  
- Communicating effectively with vendors and project teams to resolve billing discrepancies.  
- Utilizing accounting software like Xero, bill.com, and Expensify to streamline processes.  
- Preparing and reconciling invoices and journal entries with accuracy.  
- Meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks in a timely manner.

You Might Also Have  
- Previous experience in accounting, particularly in A/P, A/R, and client billing/collections.  
- A Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in accounting or a related field.  
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with accounting software.  
- Experience in the travel industry, hotels, or meetings & events.  
- A knack for business management functions and optimizing project profitability.  

If you're ready to take your accounting skills to the next level and be part of a vibrant team, we want to hear from you!
 

THE PERKS

Flexible Working
We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow
Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice
We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move
The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered
Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.
It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.
 

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Staff Accountant  is between $60,000 - $70,000 The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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