Drew McGukin Interiors is expanding and is looking for a highly motivated, self-starting Design Operations Coordinator. Please note, this is not a design role. Instead, we require an experienced bookkeeper with exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and prior operations experience. We seek a positive, dependable, and energetic team member who possesses a polished professional demeanor and outstanding client and vendor-facing skills. A sense of personal style and elegance, along with tech-savviness, is essential for this position.
Candidates should possess a "can do" attitude, adaptability, and the capability of managing multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines. This position is not remote or work-from-home; we are looking for top performers who thrive in a fast-paced environment and prioritize team success and have the ability to handle unexpected tasks while maintaining high service standards.
The Design Operations Coordinator will serve as the in-house bookkeeper, reconciling multiple financial statements, and supporting design projects through coordination, procurement, purchasing, and reconciliation. Experience and skill with platforms: Studio Designer, and Asana is a must. Close collaboration with the Studio Operations Manager is crucial.
Please note: We will only consider applications and résumés from candidates with solid bookkeeping experience. To ensure your application stands out, please highlight your experience in bookkeeping and specify your level of proficiency with the relevant platforms listed in the qualifications.
PRIMARY - Bookkeeping and Accounting:
- Manage daily financial transactions, including invoicing and accounts payable/receivable.
- Prepare and maintain financial reports and budgets.
- Reconcile bank and credit card statements and ensure accuracy of financial records.
PRIMARY - Project Coordination:
- Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and collaboration among team members.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination across departments to achieve project goals.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Human Resources Assistance:
- Assist HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist in maintaining employee records and assist with payroll processing.
- Assist in organizing training and development programs for staff.
Administrative Support:
- Assist in the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures.
- Assist in general administrative tasks to support the team, including scheduling meetings and managing office supplies.
- Foster a positive work environment by promoting teamwork and collaboration.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field is preferred and experience in working in the design field, a plus
- Proven experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and operations management.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software
- Proficiency in project management software; Asana, Studio Designer, and Microsoft Office Suite
Drew McGukin tackles the interior design world with a unique level of energy, great pace, and integrity. He is known for a touch of the unexpected, combined with beautiful textures and bold patterns that vibrate with a perfect amount of sophistication, warmth, innovation, style, and approachability. Graduating from the New York School of Interior Design in May 2010, Drew kicked off the lead designer in his own New York-based firm in October 2010.
While Classically trained, this self-proclaimed pattern-addict has fast become one of the leading contemporary designers in today’s market. “I’ve never been a wallflower,” says Drew. “Neither are my interiors.” In 2019, Introspective Magazine described Drew as designing “with a commanding intelligence and an ability to articulate his ideas sharply and clearly – a rare quality among younger designers, who often struggle to describe their work. And his aesthetic is anything but recessive. His style is forthright and high impact, characterized by strong and graphic patterns deployed with confidence and skill while avoiding eyeball-straining shades that can be visually overwhelming.”
The International Furnishings & Design Association quickly recognized Drew’s Signature style and named him a Rising Star. Drew has sat on various designer advisory councils including the ASID Board of Directors and the New York Design Center’s Access to Design Referral Network. He has also engaged as a creative consultant for renowned industry giants like Cosentino, Delta Facet Company, and Monogram. His work is regularly featured through traditional and nontraditional media, and a favorite across numerous social channels. His portfolio remains a standout on heavy-hitting digital design platforms like 1stdibs and Houzz – a nod to his extraordinary online following. In 2018 Drew launched his first capsule furnishings collection with Crate & Barrel.
