Accountant II

About Blackhawk Network

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

This position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States except for the State of Alaska, North Dakota, or South Dakota. Employees located within 50 miles of a BHN office will be considered a "Hybrid" employee and are required to come into the office 2 days per week based on office schedule.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled accountant with a strong emphasis on Accounts Receivable to join our dynamic team. This position focuses on optimizing collections, improving cash flow, and contributing to process improvements across the organization. The ideal candidate will assist in research and problem-solving for collections and explore new programs, ensuring that collections are processed efficiently and timely. You will provide expert training and guidance to various departments, partners, and team members on collection processes, policies, and reporting, while driving improvements to the accounts receivable function.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Liaison: Serve as a key point of contact between Account Management, Settlement, Accounting, IT, and new business teams to ensure the timely collection of outstanding balances, in alignment with service level agreements set by the Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager.
• Process Improvement Leadership: Lead and participate in continuous process improvement efforts aimed at reducing outstanding accounts, improving communication between teams, and enhancing analytical capabilities with data-driven insights.
• Project Participation: Take charge of or contribute to special projects related to collections platforms, specific lines of business, and any new or modified processes. Focus on fostering collaboration and providing actionable solutions.
• System Optimization & Research: Investigate and recommend system improvements to enhance account receivable policies and reduce the occurrence of untimely payments, ensuring smoother collections processes.
• Training & Development: Provide training and support to new team members in navigating the company’s accounting systems and collection processes. Mentor staff on best practices and company policies to ensure team success and consistency.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Conduct thorough data analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement in the accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Documentation & Legal Compliance: Ensure all collection processes are compliant with contractual and legal documentation and assist in the interpretation of contracts as needed to reduce risks and optimize collections.
• Audit Function: complete internal and external audit requests
• Ad hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years in accounting, settlement, financial services, or a related industry, with a strong focus on accounts receivable management. To include working in a high transaction volume environment and ability to analyze and manipulate large data files.
• Accounts Receivable & Data Analysis: At least 2+ years of experience in performing detailed accounts receivable data analysis, reporting, and problem-solving. A passion for working with data and financial analytics is essential.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work patiently, diplomatically, and collaboratively with cross-functional teams, showing strong teamwork and customer service skills.
• Process Improvement Expertise: Proven experience in developing and improving financial, accounting, and transaction processing workflows, with a keen ability to drive efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical teams.
• Attention to Detail & Organization: Superior organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial documentation and reporting.
• Excel Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables, complex formulas, macros, and data analysis tools.
• ERP experience with Microsoft Dynamics, along with Atlas reporting.
• Independent Work & Problem Solving: Ability to work autonomously, resourcefully, and effectively under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Fast-Paced Learner: Thrive in a fast-paced learning environment with the capacity to understand complex processes end to end.
• Legal & Contract Knowledge: Proficient in interpreting and understanding contract/legal documentation as it relates to collections and receivables.

Benefits

Salary Range for all U.S. Residents (excluding Alaska, California, North Dakota, South Dakota): $57,530.00 to $74,800.00

Salary Range for California Residents Only: $70,760.00 to $92,000.00

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Blackhawk Network offers benefits including 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, 12 paid holidays in the year 2025, sick pay accrual according to state law, parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and flexible time off for all full-time employees.

EEO Statement

Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Blackhawk Network encourages applicants with previous criminal records to apply to all positions and, pursuant to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Acts (and other “Fair Chance” laws), Blackhawk Network will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Philadelphia applicants or jobs, please see a copy of Philadelphia’s ordinance on this topic by clicking this link: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/philadelphia/latest/philadelphia_pa/0-0-0-280104.