ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT-DC

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At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient store locations, distribution centers, store support center or with our private fleet team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.

Job Details

Performs clerical, administrative and payroll functions for the distribution center.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Reviews monthly budget reports and identifies budget vs. actual variance.
• Participates in annual budgeting process through analysis and data entry.
• Approves distribution center invoices and maintains records.
• Prepares weekly and monthly reports for the distribution center.
• Prepares all correspondence for Distribution Center Manager; stamps and sorts outgoing mail.
• Performs weekly payroll function for all distribution center employees including entering hourly payroll, preparing and maintaining time and attendance system for payroll processing, and sorting and distributing paychecks; acts as liaison between distribution center employees and corporate payroll office.
• Maintains confidential facility and personnel information.
• May maintain badge-making system.
• Maintains petty cash account.
• Manages supply inventory and ordering process for administrative supplies.
• Meets and maintains safety, quality and productivity standards.

Qualifications

Knowledge and skills include:

• Basic math and reading skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to coordinate several tasks at once.
• Intermediate computer skills; ability to use software packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and payroll/personnel systems such as Kronos and Lawson.

Experience and/or education:

• Two years experience as an administrative assistant preferred.
• Experience in automated retail distribution center and/or familiarity with distribution systems preferred.

Working Conditions

• Time-sensitive, fast-paced, and stressful environment.
• Exposed to various temperatures.
• Sitting for long periods of time in an office setting.
• Bending, stooping, squatting, and carrying weights of up to 40 pounds.