The Bay Area Council is a business-sponsored, public policy and advocacy organization for the nine-county Bay Area. It is a nonprofit organization supported by more than 325 member companies representing the top employers in the Bay Area. The Council proactively advocates for a strong economy, a vital business environment, and a better quality of life for everyone who lives in the Bay Area.
In a recent anonymous employee survey, colleagues said they like working at the Council because of:
- “The people, love that we are a noble cause organization, am so proud of the work we do, love our members, our ability to help the region. I really like the BAC culture, friendliness, humor and fun in the workplace.”
- “Being allowed to bring who I am as a person to my role and performance as a BAC employee.”
- “Challenges, latitude to innovate, ability to manage my time and goals fairly independently, great friends and team members.”
- “Many really smart people to work around all willing to do whatever is necessary to get things done.”
- “The BAC has an awesome mission, and an ability to rally together to achieve lofty goals. The staff feels like a family.”
Our Mission
We engage business and civic-minded leaders to solve the most challenging regional issues to ensure the Bay Area is the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive and globally competitive place in the world.
Current Openings
Staff Accountant
Special Assistant, Office of the CEO
Policy Manager, Transportation
Staff Accountant
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Staff Accountant will assist in maintaining the integrity of the financial accounting systems and record keeping for the Bay Area Council and related entities. The position oversees and works closely with the CFO to ensure detailed transactions including check handling, bank deposits, revenue billings and accounts payable invoices are input with a high degree of accuracy. The Staff Accountant’s most critical monthly functions will be working collaboratively with the CFO and various BAC Staff to ensure all monthly financial functions of the accounting operations are timely and accurate including the monthly financial close.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Utilizes Sage Intacct financial accounting system software and other integrated systems to maintain accurate accounting records of several separate 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 non-profit entities in full compliance with IRS and other regulatory requirements.
- Maintains account reconciliations to include general ledger accounts, subledger accounts, and salesforce database to ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
- Obtains revenue by verifying transaction information, identifying delinquent accounts, and payments.
- Traces individuals and companies for collection of membership, event, sponsorship and contractual payments. Prepares management reports identifying aged receivables for follow up.
- Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
- Checks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper account coding.
- Vendor management within AP system (Sage Intacct) including onboarding of new vendors, tracking of W9 submissions, and vendor payment setup.
- Processing of vendor invoices by verifying transaction information, scheduling and preparation of disbursements, and obtaining proper authorization for payment.
- Reconciliation of vendor accounts and statements, research and resolve payment issues timely.
- Preparation of annual 1099 reporting requirements.
- Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls.
- Classifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data in order to compile and keep accurate financial records, using journals and subsidiary ledgers.
- Maintain financial historical records.
- Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the CFO.
Qualifications/Experience
- Associates degree in Accounting or higher as well as a minimum of 2-3 years direct work experience.
- A thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls.
- Experience with non-profit accounting preferred but not required.
- A full understanding of financial statements.
- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close.
- Strong background with both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
- Hands-on experience with an ERP accounting software package; such as Sage Intacct, Netsuite, SAP, etc..
- High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including board members, senior executives, elected officials, staff members, community leaders, donors and funded partners.
- Work well within teams – ability to build constructive working relationships with others and treat others with dignity and respect at all times.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to complete tasks and projects with little or no guidance.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and both web and cloud-based applications.
- Based in San Francisco Bay Area with ability to commute to the San Francisco Financial District.
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Compensation/Benefits
- This position is an outstanding opportunity for a highly-motivated individual who desires a pivotal role in a highly-respected organization. The salary is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance is 100% paid by the employer for the employee and 50% coverage for all dependents will be paid by the employer with the employee carrying the other 50%.
- Long-term disability, short-term disability and life insurance policy of up to one (1) times the employee’s annual salary.
- Paid time off (PTO) of 20 days per year for the first 4 years, then 25 days thereafter.
- Eleven (11) Paid Holidays.
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan with an employer match of 12 percent.
- Mobile Phone reimbursement up to $55.00 per month.
- Wellness stipend of $25.00 per month (certain qualifications must be met).
- Commuter stipend or work from home stipend provided monthly.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter as one pdf e-mail attachment with your last name and “Staff Accountant” in the file name (i.e., SMITH_StaffAccountant) to jrowe@bayareacouncil.org. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
Special Assistant, Office of the CEO
The Special Assistant, Office of the CEO, will thrive in an intense environment with the ability to work well within a cross-functional team environment and diverse communities.
As Special Assistant, Office of the CEO, you will work closely with both the CEO and the Director of Government Relations, while reporting directly to the Director of Governance. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to the CEO and his office. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. You will possess the ability to stay focused on key priorities, while juggling multiple tasks. You will wear different hats as you interact with high level people, coordinate complex schedules, assist with important events and activities across the region, and support a range of special projects for the CEO and the Director of Governance. Your attention to detail, professional phone manner, positive outlook, curiosity and drive make you the perfect fit for this role.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide sophisticated calendar management for the CEO. Prioritize inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts, make judgements, and recommendations to ensure day-to-day engagements.
- Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks that facilitate the CEO’s ability to effectively lead the organization, including: assisting with special projects, designing and producing complex documents, reports and presentations; collecting and preparing information for meetings with staff and outside parties; composing and preparing correspondence; maintaining contact lists; making travel arrangements, and completing expense reports.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the CEO, including those of a highly confidential or critical nature. Prioritize and determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response, exercising judgement to reflect CEO’s style and organization policy.
- Work closely with the Director of Governance and the CEO to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Anticipate the CEO’s needs in advance of all meetings, conferences, etc., ensuring he is informed and well prepared ahead of time.
- Work with the Director of Governance and the Executive Team to coordinate the CEO’s outreach activities. Follow up on contacts made by the CEO to cultivate ongoing relationships.
- Maintain open communications and act as a liaison between the CEO and the BAC team to help support and coordinate projects with all other departments within the organization.
- Support other event and meeting planning and coordination as required
- Provide hospitality to all guests and help to create a welcoming environment.
- Answer phones and respond to inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Other projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.
In addition, you will also work with the Director of Governance in coordinating with departments across the organization to ensure continuity, collaboration, and optimization of the greatest revenue opportunities for the organization. You will interact with the CEO, CFO, COO, Membership Department, Economic Institute and Events Department on opportunities which currently include, but may not be limited to:
- Member Relations
- Major BAC fundraising events and other sponsored events
- BACEI report and study sponsorships
- Grant Funding Opportunities
- BACF Capital Campaign
- New California Coalition
Qualifications/Experience
- Minimum of 2 years education and/or 4 years professional work experience.
- Strong ability to execute work with a diversity, equity and inclusion lens.
- High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including board members, senior executives, elected officials, staff, community leaders, donors and funded partners.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including proofreading and editing capabilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and both web and cloud-based applications; ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials.
- Proficiency in database contact records management. Experience with Salesforce a plus.
- Ability to adhere to and meet deadlines.
- Make appropriate and informed decisions regarding priorities and available time.
- Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance.
- Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
- Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
- Possess creative and solution-oriented problem-solving skills.
- Work well within teams – ability to build constructive working relationships with others and treat others with dignity and respect at all times.
- Excellent judgment is essential.
- Ability to switch gears at a moment’s notice.
Compensation and Benefits
- This position is an outstanding opportunity for a highly-motivated individual who desires a pivotal role in a highly-respected organization. The salary is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance is 100% paid by the employer for the employee and 50% coverage for all dependents will be paid by the employer with the employee carrying the other 50%.
- Long-term disability, short-term disability and life insurance policy of up to one (1) times the employee’s annual salary.
- Paid time off (PTO) of 20 days per year for the first 4 years, then 25 days thereafter.
- Eleven (11) Paid Holidays.
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan with an employer match of 12 percent.
- Mobile Phone reimbursement up to $55.00 per month.
- Wellness stipend of $25.00 per month (certain qualifications must be met).
- Commuter stipend or work from home stipend provided monthly.
How to Apply
Please submit both your resume and a cover letter as one pdf email attachment with your last name and “Special Assistant” in the file name (i.e., Smith_SpecialAssistant) to srobinson@bayareacouncil.org. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
Policy Manager, Transportation
The Policy Manager is a member of the public policy team, responsible for managing and implementing independent projects, as well as supporting one or more Vice Presidents or Senior Vice Presidents in all aspects of their respective policy functions, shaping policy that affects millions of Bay Area and California residents. The Policy Manager will be assigned lead responsibility for one or more policy area or policy project.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Policy Advocacy- Monitor and lead advocacy on legislation (local, state, and/or federal, as relevant), as well as actions by public agencies that will affect assigned policy areas; identify opportunities and threats to Council policy objectives and develop Council response. Proactively assist the CEO and COO with any needed policy analysis and responses. Work directly with elected leaders, policy makers and other key stakeholders to advance Bay Area Council policy priorities. Communicate (written and orally) Bay Area Council positions effectively and convincingly to Bay Area Council members, prospective members, public officials, advocacy organizations, opinion leaders, voters, and citizens at large. Prepare written reports, memos, letters, newsletters, emails, web-site content, op-ed pieces, speeches, and PowerPoint presentations to advance Bay Area Council policy priorities.
- Member Engagement — Engage and involve Bay Area Council members in developing and advocating Council positions on public policy issues. Coordinate and staff Council member committees and task forces. Learn Bay Area Council member interests, concerns, and perspectives on assigned policy areas, and develop program activities that engage members on those interests.
- Project/Grant Management- Develop, implement, and manage projects to advance Bay Area Council policy goals, working with appropriate Council staff, partner organizations, and other stakeholders. Work with team to write grant applications to fund work, creating timelines and budgets. Keep stakeholders up to date on project status.
- Research- Develop and maintain expert, up-to-the-minute knowledge of the relevant policy and political issues and keep team members informed. Inform Bay Area Council policy positions with the most recent and reliable data.
- Event Planning- Organize and plan meetings, events, and delegation trips associated with policy area. This includes recruiting speakers, securing venues, setting dates, developing agendas, materials, and invitation lists, sending invitations, tracking RSVPs, arranging catering, A/V, hotel, transportation, staffing needs, name badges, registration and day-of-event staffing and support. Draft minutes following meetings where applicable.
- Database Management, Tracking & Reporting – Ensure that all committee members, contacts, accounts, events, meetings, and sponsorships are regularly updated and maintained in the Salesforce CRM database.
- Other – Assist and support other Bay Area Council staff as necessary, to ensure overall organizational success of the Council.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- Minimum four-year college degree; prefer degree in relevant field (e.g. public policy, law, political science) and/or relevant transportation advocacy work experience.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including proofreading and editing capabilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and both web and cloud-based applications, ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials.
- Strong ability to execute work with a diversity, equity and inclusion lens.
- High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including board members, senior executives, elected officials, staff, community leaders, donors and funder partners.
- Ability to adhere to and meet deadlines.
- Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance.
- Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
- Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
- Possess creative and solution-oriented problem-solving skills.
- Work well with teams including the ability to build constructive working relationships with others and treat others with dignity and respect at all times.
- Excellent judgment is essential.
- Ability to switch gears at a moment’s notice.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- The Public Policy Manager position is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated individual who desires a role in a highly-respected organization. The salary is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
- Annual performance and compensation reviews
- Annual Bonus Incentive program (when financial conditions permit)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance is 100% paid by the employer for the employee and 50% coverage for all dependents will be paid by the employer with the employee carrying the other 50%
- Long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance policy of up to one (1) times the employee’s annual salary.
- Paid time off (PTO) of 20 days per year for the first 4 years, then 25 days thereafter.
- Eleven (11) Paid Holidays.
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan with an employer match of 12 percent.
- Professional development training allowance provided annually.
- Mobile Phone reimbursement up to $55.00 per month.
- Wellness stipend of $25.00 per month (certain qualifications must be met).
- Commuter stipend and/or work from home stipend provided monthly.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and a cover letter as one pdf e-mail attachment with your last name and “PolicyManager” in the file name (i.e., LASTNAME_PolicyManager) to jgrubb@bayareacouncil.org. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bay Area Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment and to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender differences or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Answers to application questions will be used for applicable, job-related reasons only.
