Foundation Partners Group is completely transforming the funeral industry by offering the latest technology and compassionate care that our families want. With over 200 locations across the country, we are seeking exceptional team members to expand our mission of providing compassionate care to one life, one family, and one community at a time. Our team members are vital to the quality of our funeral homes, and we value the insight, ideas, and passion they bring every day. If you are a service-minded and innovative individual looking for a career with unlimited growth potential in a rapidly expanding company, apply now! We currently have an opening for an Administrative Assistant at Edwards Memorial Funeral Homes in University Place, WA . As an Administrative Assistant, you will provide administrative and clerical support to managers, team members, and client families, including answering phone calls, scheduling, creating and proofing correspondence, and data entry. What You Will Do:
Compassion & Empathy: Answer phones and field questions with appropriate phone etiquette, greet and interact with families, and handle inquiries and direct them accordingly.
Technology Competent: Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, company software programs, email, social media, text, online portals, live webinars, and updating the funeral home website as needed.
Clear Communicator: Strong communication and grammatical skills, with the ability to proof work.
Meticulous Attention: Monitor accounts and financials related to receipt books, deposit policies, and receivables. Close accounts when appropriate and complete product inventory.
Follow-through: Ensure all funeral service delivery items, such as cremation permitting, death certificate filing, and other documentation, are carried out professionally and promptly.
Preparation Excellence: Maintain neat and presentable office area and office equipment as necessary, take responsibility for inventory, and reorder office supplies as needed.
Active Team Member: Participate in weekly updates with supervisors to share and exchange resources and ideas to meet goals; complete monthly and quarterly financial and administrative processes.
What We Require:
High school diploma or the equivalent
Minimum three years of work experience in a small business office environment – funeral industry experience a plus
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Able to use and learn multiple computer software, systems, and other office equipment
High attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent follow-up skills
Able to establish and maintain effective internal and external work processes
What We Offer:
Excellent Compensation: Competitive salaries, performance incentives, referral bonuses, 2 weeks of paid vacation days, 2 personal days, 6 paid sick days (rolls over annually up to 96 hours), and 6 paid holidays.
Unlimited Potential: Career paths and growth opportunities with a privately held, nationwide company.
Exceptional Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 100% company-paid life insurance and disability (long-term and short-term).
Matching Funds: Company matches up to six percent of funds to your 401k, plus annual contributions, if you choose the Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
Team Building: Regular company-wide meetings, one-on-one interactions, and a warm, welcoming environment.
Are you ready? Take the next step to join Foundation Partners Group as we transform funeral care through innovation and service.
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