Office Administrator/Receptionist

Company Overview Elgin Beverage Co. is a beverage wholesaler specializing in distribution of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage products across licensed retail accounts throughout the Western Suburbs in the Chicagoland marketplace. We are a local family business that has been serving customers and the community around Chicagoland since 1927. Job Summary We are currently looking for an Office Administrator/Receptionist to join our team in a full time capacity. We are looking for a candidate who is professional, organized, reliable and brings positive energy in the role. In this position, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, complete Accounts Receivable (A/R) processes and transactions, assist with administrative tasks, and support daily office operations. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office and possess strong communication skills to keep daily office operations running smoothly. Summary Of Occupational Duties Greet on-site visitors and answer multi-line phone systems with professionalism and courtesy. Manage basic front desk operations, including coordinating call-ins for sales & operations and handling incoming inquiries. Provide customer & vendor support by addressing questions promptly and efficiently while maintaining proper phone etiquette. Maintain accurate data entry using computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and third party route accounting software applications. Organize files, perform proofreading, and ensure proper document management. Complete daily Accounts Receivable (AR) processes including reconciliation, route settlement, batch posting transactions and EDI transactions. Assist with managing route accounting software data base functions including customer records, supplier records, brand and product profiles and applicable pricing systems. Experience Previous office management or administrative experience is preferred, ideally within a professional office setting. Strong clerical skills including filing, data entry, and proofreading are essential. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace is necessary. Bilingual abilities are desirable to serve diverse customers effectively as well. General knowledge of office equipment such as multi-line phone systems and typing skills are important for success in this role. Pay: From $850.00 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr