BBB Finance Intern Job Description at Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern IL – Chicago, Illinois

Position Title: BBB Intern-Finance

Duration: 3 months (Summer)

Location: Better Business Bureau of Chicago & Northern IL

Overview:

The Chicago Better Business Bureau (BBB) is a leading organization dedicated to advancing marketplace trust. As a nonprofit, independent organization, we are committed to fostering a fair and ethical marketplace where businesses and consumers can trust each other. plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of various customer-facing departments, as well as overseeing technology, compliance, marketplace solutions, and accreditation standards review for incoming or current businesses

Position Overview:

As a Finance Intern at the Better Business Bureau of Chicago & Northern IL, you will be immersed in the core financial operations that support our mission of advancing marketplace trust. This role offers hands-on exposure to essential finance processes, allowing you to develop practical skills in revenue management, payment processing, and financial controls. Working closely with experienced professionals, you will contribute to the organization’s fiscal integrity and help ensure smooth financial transactions across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

· Daily Revenue and Payment Operations: Assist in monitoring and recording daily revenue streams, processing incoming payments, and supporting accurate financial documentation.

· Accounts Payable Processing and Vendor Support: Participate in the review and processing of accounts payable transactions, collaborate with vendors to resolve inquiries, and help maintain timely payments.

· Corporate Expense Management: Support the tracking and reconciliation of corporate expenses, ensure compliance with organizational policies, and contribute to expense reporting.

· Financial Controls and Reconciliation Projects: Engage in financial control activities, such as account reconciliations and audit preparation, to uphold the integrity and accuracy of financial records.

Integration with BBB Mission:

By supporting the organization’s financial processes, you play a vital role in maintaining transparency, accountability, and ethical standards. Your contributions help ensure the BBB continues to foster trust and integrity in the marketplace.

What We Offer:

· Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule: Enjoy the benefits of a modern workplace with a blend of remote and in-office days, designed to support both your personal productivity and collaborative team projects.

· Hands-On Event Experience: Gain valuable event management and project coordination skills by actively participating in signature BBB events, including the BBB Integrity Golf Classic.

· Meaningful Impact: Contribute to advancing marketplace trust and ethical business practices while working alongside passionate professionals in a respected nonprofit organization.

Benefit and Perk Breakdown

• Access to structured training, mentorship from industry professionals, and performance feedback.
• Access to company leadership, social activities, and networking events.
• Opportunities for direct hiring into full-time roles upon graduation.

· This role is NOT benefit eligible.

Key Qualifications:

· Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or master's program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business.

. Currently a rising senior undergraduate or first-year graduate student at an accredited college or university in the Chicago area, able to participate in a flexible hybrid work schedule.

· Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables), familiarity with financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg) or software (e.g., QuickBooks).

· Previous relevant coursework or projects can bolster applications.

· Strong analytical mindset, comfortable working with data, and able to draw actionable insights from quantitative information.

· Experience with Adobe Analytics or willingness and capacity to quickly learn digital analytics platforms.

· Enthusiastic about pursuing a career in advertising, data-driven marketing, or operations, with a desire to gain practical, hands-on experience that supports future professional ambitions and makes this internship a valuable step toward entering the industry.