Administrative Assistant

Description We are seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant (9-5, Monday-Friday with a half-hour lunch) for a local business. Ideal candidates should be self-starters, ready to jump in and tackle responsibilities with confidence. Primary duties include accounting tasks like assisting with spreadsheets, data entry involving numbers, tracking purchase-order requests, and ensuring timely follow-ups with receipts. You will also manage some HR functions, like setting up new employees via QuickBooks online, and must be proficient with Google Drive. Additional tasks involve greeting guests, maintaining cleanliness in common areas, ordering office supplies, and recording meeting minutes. Relevant experience is a must. Apply today if you can bring dedication and efficiency to our team!We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Administrative Assistant located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role is within a local business, where you will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks including accounting, data entry, human resources functions, and overall office management.Responsibilities: Assist in accounting tasks such as maintaining spreadsheets and tracking purchase-order requests. Conduct data entry tasks involving numbers and ensure timely follow-ups with receipts. Manage HR functions such as setting up new employees via online platforms. Maintain proficiency with Google Drive and other relevant software. Greet guests and maintain cleanliness in common areas of the office. Order office supplies as needed and ensure their proper distribution. Record meeting minutes and distribute them to appropriate team members. Answer inbound calls and provide customer service as necessary. Schedule appointments and maintain an organized calendar system. Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word for various administrative tasks.Requirements Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Administrative Assistant role or similar position Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Strong skills in both inbound and outbound calls Ability to provide excellent customer service Experience in data entry with high accuracy Excellent skills in email correspondence Ability to manage and schedule appointments effectively Previous experience in answering inbound calls in a professional manner Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .