Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location:

Chicago, IL (On-site)

Job Type: Full-Time

AKIRA is a fast-growing women's fashion brand with 30+ retail stores nationwide and a thriving eCommerce business. Our brand is bold, our pace is fast, and our people are everything. We believe in ownership, accountability, and delivering standout customer service.

The Staff Accountant at AKIRA plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records with a strong focus on cash management, balance sheet reconciliations, and month‑end close execution. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations across retail stores and e‑commerce, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, ownership of reconciliations, and the ability to work cross‑functionally to resolve discrepancies efficiently.

• Own daily, weekly, and monthly cash reconciliations for all store and e‑commerce channels
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card settlements, cash clearing, and gift cards
• Investigate and resolve cash variances in coordination with store operations and treasury
• Monitor cash activity and ensure proper classification and timing of receipts and disbursements

• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations with clear support and documentation
• Ensure timely identification, investigation, and resolution of reconciling items
• Maintain reconciliation schedules in accordance with internal controls and audit standards
• Partner with Accounting Manager to improve reconciliation processes and documentation quality

• Assist in month‑end close activities
• Prepare journal entries for, but not limited to:
  Cash and banking activity
  Accruals and prepaid expenses
  Intercompany transactions
• Support accuracy of general ledger activity across multiple entities
• Ensure transactions are recorded in compliance with GAAP and company policies

• Support internal controls related to cash and balance sheet accounts
• Assist with external audits by providing requested schedules and documentation
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

• Work within Net Suite and related systems to ensure accurate transaction flow
• Participate in accounting system enhancements and automation initiatives
• Continuously improve documentation, reconciliation templates, and close checklists

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2‑4 years of accounting experience, preferably in retail, e‑commerce, or multi‑location environments
• Strong experience with cash reconciliations and balance sheet ownership
• Working knowledge of Net Suite or similar ERP systems preferred
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Salary range: $65,000‑$75,000 based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• 401(k), FSA/HSA, transit benefits
• Generous employee discount