Business Support Administrator - in Ellsworth, IA
- Type
- Full Time
- Location
- BVS Ellsworth
- More Information
- https://www.bestvetsolutions.com/about/careers
Job Details
Best Veterinary Solutions, Inc., has an immediate opening for a Business Support Administrator. This position is responsible for managing administrative tasks, ensuring smooth office functions, and assisting various departments as needed. This position is responsible for maintaining a high level of professionalism with internal and external customers and works to establish a positive rapport with others.
This role is an in-office position based at either our Ellsworth, Iowa. Core business hours for the role are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST.
Responsibilities include:
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- Interacts with customers via telephone, email, or in person to provide support, and information and direct incoming inquires to the appropriate team member professionally.
- Greet and assist visitors at the Corporate Office and Receiving door.
- Pick up mail from the post office, sort, and distribute incoming mail.
- Process daily invoice batching in Sage.
- Open and organize incoming invoices and payments for the accounting team.
- Prepare and stuff outgoing checks and invoices into envelopes for mailing.
- Process credit card payments accurately and securely.
- Relay urgent and critical orders to our Iowa warehouse promptly.
- Organize and order office supplies to ensure adequate inventory.
- Maintain and stock conference rooms to support meetings and company events.
- Locate and send our reports to appropriate parties.
- Build rapport with customers and respond to their needs in a timely manner.
- Has a “customer oriented” attitude and demonstrates patience and assurance when dealing with BVS customers.
- Maintain scheduling and event calendars.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications and Skill Requirements:
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- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including active listening.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism when interacting with customers.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks and effectively work independently.
- Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others as part of the team.
- Service-oriented and able to resolve customer concerns.
- Willing to embrace an ever-changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive rapport with employees and customers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office equipment.
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn, product, service, or area of customer service specialization.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Education and Experience:
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- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- Associate’s in business administration, accounting, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- 1-3 years of experience in an administrative, office support, or receptionist role (required).
- Experience with Sage or other accounting software (preferred).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office equipment (required).
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods while using a computer and phone, as well as occasionally standing or walking around the office.
- Occasionally lift and carry office supplies, mail, or small packages (typically up to 15-25 lbs).
- Reach shelves for office supplies, file documents in cabinets, and bend to organize stock in conference rooms.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, office equipment, and handle paperwork.
- Clear verbal communication required for answering phones, greeting visitors, and coordinating with team members.
- Ability to read printed and digital documents, invoices, and emails with clarity.
- Ability to work around Hazardous Materials.