Administrative Assistant
5 days ago
Amherst
Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced and dependable Administrative Assistant to support a busy finance office in Amherst, New York. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming office environment, communicating effectively with clients, and keeping daily administrative work organized and accurate. The right candidate will bring strong computer skills, sound judgment, and a service-oriented approach to in-office support. Responsibilities: • Welcome visitors and serve as a detail-oriented first point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal team members in the office., • Manage incoming phone calls, direct inquiries appropriately, and provide courteous, timely communication to ensure a positive client experience., • Perform data entry and document handling with a high level of accuracy while maintaining organized administrative records., • Support day-to-day office operations by preparing materials, coordinating routine administrative tasks, and assisting with general front-desk coverage., • Use Microsoft Office applications to create, update, and maintain correspondence, spreadsheets, reports, and other business documents., • Monitor administrative priorities and respond to changing workload demands with flexibility, strong communication, and attention to detail., • Maintain a business-casual, detail-oriented office presence while contributing to an efficient and client-focused work environment.• Previous experience in administrative support, receptionist work, office coordination, or a similar administrative setting., • Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently and warmly with clients and colleagues., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general comfort learning and using office technology., • Accurate data entry skills and a consistent focus on detail and organization., • Ability to manage inbound calls, multitask effectively, and stay composed in a busy office environment., • Availability to work on-site Monday through Friday in Amherst, New York., • All candidates are required to complete screening successfully before the start of employment., • Entry-level candidates with strong professionalism, communication skills, and administrative aptitude are encouraged to apply.