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  • Receptionist / Personal Assistant
    Receptionist / Personal Assistant
    6 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    📌 Job Title: Entry-Level Receptionist / Secretary / Admin / Personal Assistant 📍 Location: Manhattan, Plaza District 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time (On-site) 💼 Department: Administrative Support Position Overview: We are seeking to hire an entry-level staff for our new office location. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual looking to grow with an excellent opportunity. You will serve as the first point of contact for visitors and clients while supporting day-to-day office operations and administrative tasks. Key Responsibilities: Manage calendars for meetings, travel, and personal commitments. Make travel arrangements for in-office professionals and special visitors. Sit in on meetings to take accurate minutes and distribute them as needed. Create memos, reports, and agendas in collaboration with office staff. Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to obtain quotes, order supplies, and maintain inventory levels. Prepare financial documents, including statements, invoices, letters, and reports. Disseminate important information, such as memos and updates, to relevant colleagues. Coordinate with upper-level staff at our other office locations in the U.S. and abroad. Welcome and direct visitors, manage incoming calls, and ensure a professional front-desk presence. Some nights and weekends required due to nature of international business and/or travel Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor’s degree is a plus. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information. Professional appearance and customer-focused attitude. Previous office or administrative experience is preferred but not required. What We Offer: Competitive entry-level pay with plenty of room for growth Supportive environment with training and personal mentorship Opportunities for growth and advancement

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  • Junior Accountant
    Junior Accountant
    21 days ago
    $30 hourly
    Part-time
    Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

    PART-TIME JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND Downtown Brooklyn Partnership (DBP) is a not-for-profit local development corporation that serves as the primary champion for Downtown Brooklyn as a world-class business, cultural, educational, residential, and retail destination. Working together with the three business improvement districts (BID) that it manages – the MetroTech BID, Fulton Mall Improvement Association BID, and Court-Livingston-Schermerhorn BID – the organization’s diverse activities include attracting new businesses and improving the environment for existing stakeholders; facilitating the construction of public spaces and streetscapes that promote an active and cohesive community; supporting and promoting Downtown Brooklyn’s cultural and civic assets; and encouraging a unified sense of place and an engaged community. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our Finance and Accounting team. This is an entry-level position looking to gain comprehensive exposure to all aspects of accounting operations. No prior professional experience is required; however, a strong academic foundation and a willingness to learn are essential. Responsibilities include the following: • Perform bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, • Assist the Senior Accountant with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations, • Conduct revenue and expense analyses and assist with variance reporting, • Gather supporting documentation for annual financial audits under the guidance of the Senior Accountant, • Support the Vice President of Finance and Accounting in preparing monthly financial statements, annual operating budgets, and various ad-hoc financial projects, • Provide coverage for routine functions such as invoice and bill coding as needed (e.g., during staff absences) QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required or working toward it, • Knowledge of Sage Intacct or NetSuite preferred but not required, • Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail, • Demonstrated initiative, reliability, and a positive, collaborative attitude, • Eagerness to learn and contribute in a professional team environment WORK ENVIRONMENT • Collaborative and supportive workplace that fosters professional growth, • Opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions, • Part-time, • In-person COMPENSATION • $30 per hour, • Approximately 20-25 hours per week, • No overtime required

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  • Office Assistant
    Office Assistant
    1 month ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Ludlow, Yonkers

    Job Title: Office Manager / Office Assistant (Entry Level) Location: Yonkers, NY About Us New Classic Restoration LLC - Construction-based company in NYC. We manage 3-4 jobs a year and have around 10 employees. We renovate both residential and commercial areas, in both modern and traditional style Role Overview We’re looking for a motivated recent college graduate to help run our office. This is an entry‑level hybrid role combining administrative support, basic accounting/bookkeeping tasks, client coordination, and light project administration. Great opportunity to learn construction/fabrication business operations and grow into more responsibility. Key Responsibilities • Greet clients and manage incoming calls and emails, • Schedule appointments, site visits, and manage calendars, • Prepare and send proposals, invoices, and basic correspondence, • Assist with bookkeeping: track expenses, reconcile receipts, assist with A/P and A/R using QuickBooks or similar, • Maintain project files, permits, and subcontractor documentation, • Order office and shop supplies; coordinate deliveries, • Support project coordination between shop and field teams (scheduling, basic follow‑ups), • Light data entry and document prep (PDFs, simple drafting of letters/RFIs), • Preferrably Bilingual as we communicate in both English and Spanish, • Recent college graduate (preferred) or 0–3 years of office/admin experience, • Organized, reliable, and professional demeanor, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Comfortable working in a small, active shop/office environment, • Basic computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel/Word), email; QuickBooks experience a plus, • Able to prioritize tasks and work independently, • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred

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  • Office Administrator
    Office Administrator
    18 days ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Parsippany, Parsippany-Troy Hills

    Job Overview The Office Administrator will support daily operations for seafood sales, including processing orders, preparing invoices, managing inventory records, and coordinating with customers and internal teams. This role ensures smooth workflow, accurate documentation, and timely communication. Key Responsibilities Sales & Order Processing • Receive and process seafood sales orders via phone, email, or system, • Confirm product availability and delivery schedules, • Prepare and issue invoices accurately and on time, • Maintain sales records, delivery notes, and payment documentation, • Follow up with customers on outstanding payments when needed Inventory Management • Update daily inventory records for seafood products, • Track stock levels and report discrepancies or shortages, • Assist in coordinating stock rotation and product movement Administrative Support • Handle general office duties (filing, data entry, document preparation), • Answer customer inquiries and provide basic product information, • Assist with scheduling and communication between departments Requirements • Experience in administrative or sales support roles (preferably in food/seafood industry), • Good communication and customer service skills, • Proficient in MS Office or inventory/sales software, • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Optional Skills • Knowledge of seafood products and handling, • Experience with invoicing software (e.g., QuickBooks)

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  • Fashion Content Creator & Social Media Assistant
    Fashion Content Creator & Social Media Assistant
    24 days ago
    $15–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    ABOUT THE ROLE: Join a growing fashion + lifestyle marketing and creative agency as a Part Time Content Creator and Social Media Assistant, working directly with the CEO & Founder on content creation, UGC production, and creative operations. This role is perfect for someone who loves TikTok, Reels, UGC content, fashion trends, and is comfortable stepping in front of the camera when needed. If you’re looking for your first job or a flexible side gig this is a great way to break into the creative marketing world. WHAT YOU WILL DO: • Create short-form content (TikToks, Reels, UGC) for fashion + lifestyle campaigns, • Film behind-the-scenes content and contribute to creative direction, • Appear on camera for speaking videos, outfit try-ons, UGC demos, and lifestyle content, • Assist with content ideas: hooks, scripts, trends, audios, transitions, • Help with simple editing (CapCut preferred), • Support the CEO during half-day shoots in Manhattan (Chelsea / Midtown / Downtown), • Assist with product organization, prep, set-up, props, and styling, • Participate in business operations + marketing tasks, such as:, • Organizing content calendars, • CRM/data entry, • Creator/model outreach lists, • Trend + competitor research, • Responding to DMs/messages professionally, • Bring fun energy, creativity, and a strong eye for social content WHO YOU ARE: • Very active on TikTok/Instagram and understand current trends, • Comfortable speaking on camera and being filmed, • Friendly, confident, and naturally stylish, • Passionate about fashion, lifestyle, beauty, and content creation, • Personable with great communication skills, • Organized, reliable, and eager to learn from a founder-level mentor, • Bonus experience (not required):, • UGC creation or influencing, • Fashion retail or styling, • Canva, CapCut, or basic editing, • Modeling or photography LOCATION: • NYC-based, • In-person shoots primarily NYC, • Some tasks can be done remote/flexibly HOURS • 6 –10 hours per week to start, • Flexible scheduling, • Occasional weekend or afternoon shoots

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