Business Office Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

The Business Office Administrative Assistant provides clerical and administrative support to the Business Office and assists staff with routine accounts payable, payroll, accounting, and general office functions. The position performs a variety of support activities, including payroll timecard follow-up, invoice coding and sorting, data entry, filing, record maintenance, and other administrative tasks. This is an entry-level support position requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work cooperatively with Business Office staff and other departments throughout the organization.

Work Schedule & Rate of Pay:

• Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
• 35 hours per week
• 1-hour lunch break
• $21.00-$24.00 per hour

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent – Required
• An Associate degree, coursework in business or accounting, or related training is preferred
• 1-2 years of prior administrative, office, bookkeeping, accounts payable, payroll, or related experience – Required
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and experience using technology/software – Required
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to connect effectively via email, phone, and in person – Required
• Ability to handle sensitive employee and company information with professionalism and confidentiality – Required
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently
• Dependable, reliable, and proactive with a strong sense of responsibility
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) – a plus

Full-Time Benefits:

• Free daily nutritious lunches
• Very low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
• Annual monetary incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

About CJR: A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence! CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.