What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at ikram?
Bookkeeper - Chicago
We are seeking a full-time, experienced and highly organized Bookkeeper for ikram (www.ikram.com), our successful retail store in Chicago. The Bookkeeper will be responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping such as entering and reviewing sales, entering and paying bills, accounts receivable, entering credit card charges and recurring payments, other data entry, filing and maintaining paperwork in an organized system, etc. The Bookkeeper will also work with the buying office in managing and confirming orders for merchandise, as well as corresponding with designers regarding order management issues (returns, repairs, over shipments and similar issues). Other responsibilities will include some human resources management, office management, administration and involvement in daily activities of the retail operation from shipping and receiving, to order and supply chain management, to sales and inventory management.
Requirements:
- A four-year college degree.
- Candidates should have a minimum of four years of accounting/bookkeeping experience.
- Successful candidates will be highly organized, detail-oriented, thorough, responsible and efficient.
- Strong verbal and written skills are also required.
- Extensive experience with Windows, QuickBooks Desktop, and Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, as well as general computer skills.
- Candidates must be located in Chicago, and must not be presently in school or have other part or full-time obligations.
- Candidates must be able to keep company matters strictly confidential.
We offer excellent employee benefits including health and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer enrollment in a 401(k) plan and FSA.
About ikram:
ikram is a high-end women’s clothing store in Chicago. We carry an exclusive designer mix of the top American, European and Japanese designers hand-selected with our clients’ tastes and lifestyles in mind. We provide an unparalleled level of styling and service to our clients.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
We have implemented Chicago, State of Illinois and CDC recommendations for our store. In addition, we have added extra air filters to improve ventilation. We limit the number of people in the store at any one time to approx. 25, including employees.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60611: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you fully vaccinated against Covid-19?
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- QuickBooks: 2 years (Preferred)
- Bookkeeping: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location