Administrative Assistant Job at Compunnel in Kansas City

Duration: 12 Months (with a possibility of extension)

Client: One of the largest diesel engines manufacturers in the US

Overview:

The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role.

Duties:

• Provides administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports and addressing routine information requests. Gathers, compiles and verifies information and enters it accurately into documents such as reports, presentations or forms; and office systems such as databases or spreadsheets.
• Assists with data collection, data entry and report generation on various departmental related activities. Assists with associate functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls and scheduling meetings.
• Responds to, or redirects, routine inquiries from external or internal sources about the organization/department, its activities, or processes so callers/visitors are answered promptly and accurately.
• Prepares documentation for payment of vendors, suppliers and other third parties as applicable; submits documentation and enters request for payments into accounting system; responds to inquiries from accounts payable and payees. Documents and maintains departmental policies and procedures.
• Participates as a team member on departmental related business improvement assignments and projects as needed. Performs other routine administrative activities as needed per the established procedures of the organization and/or department.

Qualifications:

• This person will sit at the front desk to greet guests and direct traffic. Most work will be done in Ariba.
• Organizational skills.
• Experience with customer-facing positions.