We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Syracuse, New York. In this role, you will support daily office operations by performing a variety of administrative tasks with precision and efficiency. The ideal candidate brings excellent organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Respond to inbound calls professionally, addressing inquiries and directing them appropriately.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and resolve concerns in a timely manner.<br>• Accurately input and maintain data in company systems.<br>• Manage email correspondence, including drafting, responding, and organizing communications.<br>• Handle both inbound and outbound calls to support business needs.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word to create documents, track information, and communicate effectively.<br>• Schedule appointments and coordinate meeting logistics.<br>• Maintain organized filing systems for both physical and digital documents.<br>• Support general office operations by completing various administrative tasks as needed.
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Syracuse client of his that has been growing a lot. This organization has outstanding benefits, great work life balance and a low turnover environment.</p><p>The Office Administrator provides comprehensive administrative and clerical support, including document preparation, client coordination, scheduling, and deadline management. Works independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, reports, and various business documents.</li><li>Ensure accuracy in grammar, punctuation, and formatting across all written materials.</li><li>Organize workload to meet time-sensitive deadlines and shifting priorities.</li><li>Support new-client onboarding and maintain accurate records and databases.</li><li>Manage both electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring organization and accessibility.</li><li>Schedule meetings, appointments, and special functions, and coordinate travel when needed.</li><li>Handle a range of administrative and financial tasks such as expense reports, invoice preparation, and data entry.</li><li>Provide collaborative support to other administrative professionals as needed.</li><li>Participate in ongoing learning and professional development to enhance efficiency and skill set.</li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company policies.</li></ul><p><br></p>