DESCRIPTION
HappiLabs is a small business in Chicago that provides a service to scientists called the Virtual Lab Manager. We support scientists in various ways, virtually, and act as an outsourced purchasing department (some might say a Personal Shopper) for biotech companies and scientific research labs.
Our mission: to improve the happiness of scientists and the quality of their research.
HappiLabs is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to assist in managing our day-to-day accounting and finance needs. Confidentiality, excellent organizational skills and accuracy are important qualifications for this position, as well as good customer relations and the ability to communicate clearly. The ideal candidate for this position is a skilled multi-tasker, detail-oriented and able to consistently meeting deadlines.
EXPERIENCE
A strong candidate will have two or more of these backgrounds:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
- Invoicing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
- Customer service experience
- Purchaser in a non-science setting
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicating with suppliers to track down receipts and invoices, and handling any issues with billing.
- Keeping detailed accounting records
- Pay vendor invoices and track bank account balances
- Completing & tracking Purchase Orders
- Reconciling credit card statements
- Dabbling in accounts payable
- Reporting progress and solving problems at team meetings
DESIRED SKILLS AND TRAITS
- Tech savvy (very good with a computer, its keyboard, and multiple monitors)
- Proficiency in Quickbooks, Google Suites, Excel, and Bill.com
- Extensive experience with data entry, record keeping
- Proactive – help without being asked to help
- A passion for science and a desire to make a difference in the world
COMPENSATION
- Full-time salaried
- $35-$45k, depending on experience
- Medical and Dental health benefits