About Us

Local Eclectic’s vision is to be the globally recognized platform for showcasing emerging and independent jewelry designers, and our mission is to empower and celebrate women.We started as a side project in 2013 and have turned into a high growth e-commerce startup. We’ve taken a counterintuitive approach to the business (social first, customer-focused, no shortcuts, no get rich quick), and have built an authentic relationship with our customers by pairing lust worthy products with an exceptional customer experience. 94% of the brands we feature are female-founded or led and 72% have five or fewer employees. 

About the Role

Local Eclectic is looking for an experienced financial and accounting candidate to lead finance, book-keeping, accounting, compliance, and FP&A. The individual will also support high-priority strategic initiatives as our company continues to grow. This role reports directly to the COO.

This role is currently based in Chicago, IL. We currently are operating under a hybrid remote/in-office model but eventually this role will be expected to be in-office 2-3 days a week.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee Accounts Payable and Payroll processes, and manage bill payments
• Set accounting/financial reporting strategy, establish controls and ensure GAAP compliance
• Manage internal and third-party resources in executing our accounting/financial reporting 
• Execute monthly and annual closing process
• Deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
• Create pro-forma financial statements
• Conduct cost reviews to identify savings opportunities
• Identify opportunities for process improvements for accounting and bookkeeping
• Direct Accounting and Legal partners in the preparation of tax & other regulatory filings
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and future accounting/financial system implementation (e.g., moving off of Quickbooks)
• Generate cash flow projections and manage cash burn
• Provide support for high-impact strategic projects (e.g., negotiations, M&A, fundraising, new business launches, annual audits if necessary)

What You’ll Need

• 4-year bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of relevant experience, CPA a plus
• Experience working with Big 4 accounting firms strongly preferred
• Experience working in inventory-based businesses strongly preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting, finance, budgeting, tax and regulatory requirements, accounts payable, and banking
• Experience building and implementing financial controls
• Experience using Microsoft Excel
• Experience using Quickbooks and Gusto preferred
• Experience implementing new accounting software a plus
• Experience working in a startup or ecommerce environment highly preferred

What We Offer

• Flexible PTO policy
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k match after 6 months of employment
• Quarterly jewelry credit and employee discounts
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• A fun office in the heart of West Loop, Chicago, IL close to commuter trains and public transportation

Please Note

• Covid-19/Mask policy: Employees can choose to disclose their vaccination status. Fully vaccinated employees (2 weeks after 2nd Moderna/Pfizer shot, 2 weeks after 1st J&J shot) can be maskless in the office. However, we highly recommend wearing your mask in the office even if fully vaccinated to protect others from the Delta variant, especially if you are unable to social distance.
• Employees who choose not to disclose their vaccination status OR are not fully vaccinated MUST keep their masks on at all times except while actively drinking or eating and practice social distancing whenever possible.
• Unfortunately visa sponsorships are unavailable at this time.