Do it Best

Assistant Bookkeeper

Do it Best  •  $14/hr  •  Keokuk, IA (Onsite)  •  20 hours ago
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Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discounts
Kansas Lumber Homestore is seeking a reliable part-time Administrative & Bookkeeping Support Associate

You might be a great fit if…
  • You enjoy helping customers and coworkers.
  • You are organized and detail-oriented.
  • You can juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • You’re motivated to learn new skills and grow with a company.
The Administrative & Bookkeeping Support Associate is responsible for providing day-to-day office, customer, and bookkeeping support to ensure smooth business operations. This role will include a variety of administrative tasks, order processing, and basic bookkeeping responsibilities, while exemplifying the values of our business.

Responsibilities:
  • Administrative Support
    • Correspond with vendors and customers via phone and email.
    • Answer phones, take messages, and return calls professionally.
    • Scan, copy, and file documents as needed.
    • Assist in pricing orders and double-check pricing from designers.
    • Place orders with vendors and write orders for back-office use.
    • Update Google spreadsheets with order and shipping details.
    • Send weekly updates to customers regarding order statuses.
    • Track deliveries and tag orders with special order tickets once received.
    • Notify customers when orders arrive and coordinate delivery.
    • Follow up on problem orders, returns, and warranty claims.
    • Send thank-you notes to customers who complete projects.
    • Follow up with customers who received quotes but did not place orders.
  • Bookkeeping
    • Create and send invoices and customer statements.
    • Record customer payments in company software.
    • Prepare and complete bank deposits.
    • Receive inventory and maintain accurate records.
    • Generate and maintain reports.
    • Stock shelves, assist with inventory counts, and wait on customers as needed
Qualifications:
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to learn industry-specific software quickly.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Customer service experience preferred.
  • Prior education or work experience in a related field preferred.
Goals:
  • Provide accurate and timely administrative and bookkeeping support.
  • Maintain excellent communication with both customers and vendors.
  • Help ensure smooth business operations through strong organization and follow-through.
  • Contribute to a positive customer experience with timely updates and professional service.
Kansas Lumber Homestore is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.



Compensation: $14.00 per hour

No matter who you are or where you call home, you add something powerful to any team you're on. Maybe it's a drive to achieve, a need to discover or create, or a desire to help others. As a part of our team, you'll use your unique talents, vision, and passion to help support our communities—through the best of times and the greatest challenges.

Do it Best

About Do it Best

Based in Fort Wayne, Ind., we are the only U.S.-based, member-owned, comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With annual sales of nearly $5 billion, we are proudly serving thousands of member-owned locations throughout the United States and more than 50 other countries.

In addition to our low up-front prices, we provide our members with consistently high year-end rebates—more than $1 billion in the last decade—which enables them to reinvest in their stores by expanding merchandise selection through additional locations and making capital improvements.

We have a long-standing history of strength and stability, driven by our industry-leading lowest cost of operations—just 2.12% for the 2017 fiscal year. We continue to maintain the highest credit rating in our distribution channel.

Interested in joining our team? With a variety of different disciplines and opportunities to explore new roles, you can find a career with us that brings out the best in you. Visit www.doitbestcareers.com to learn more.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Fort Wayne, IN
Year Founded
1945
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