Office Administrator

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Innovative Research Group Full time

Company Description
Innovative Research Group Inc. (INNOVATIVE) is a research-based strategy firm with offices in Toronto and Vancouver. At INNOVATIVE, our principal product is advice.

We work closely and collaboratively with our clients to uncover meaningful insights across brand and marketing research, corporate affairs and communications, public affairs and public opinion research, and stakeholder and public engagement primarily through qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.

Our team values excellence, innovation, and collaboration, making INNOVATIVE an exciting and rewarding workplace.


This position is for you if you are an energetic, service-oriented problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and is enthusiastic about using software to streamline operations.

This role involves traditional administrative responsibilities and operational management with a focus on efficiency and automation.

In addition to the key responsibilities listed below, you may also be responsible for other duties or tasks as may be assigned from time to time.


Key Responsibilities

1.
Process Improvement and Automation Support**:

  • Help identify, set up, and implement a time tracking, budget, expense, and resource management software platform to help automate and streamline financial and resource management systems and processes. The immediate priority is time tracking, however the shortlist of platforms reviewed todate includes some or all of the additional features mentioned above.

2.

Bookkeeping and Banking:


  • Monitor accounting inbox and log account payables for processing.
  • Prepare invoices and client statements.
  • Prepare bank slips and deposit account receivables.
  • Liaise with client account payable department.
  • Collaborate with the bookkeeper to manage financial matters.
  • Help prepare financial reports and handle documentation.

3.

Office Administrative Support:


  • Help manage and improve office administrative functions.
  • Maintain a welcoming reception area, kitchen cleanliness, and ensure the boardroom is tidy and meetingready.
  • Plan and organize office meetings and events.
  • Manage document scanning, copying, and preparing courier packages.
  • Monitor and reorder kitchen and office supplies.
  • Manage building access cards.

4.

Communication and Relationship Management:


  • Ensure effective communication with management, staff, suppliers, and clients while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

  • 35 years of experience in office administration or management (market research or professional services firm experience helpful but not required)
  • Highly organized and strong project management skills
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Strong proficiency in Office 365, particularly MS Excel, and other relevant software _(e.g. QuickBooks Online, Power BI, Time Tracking, Budgeting or Resource Management tools) _with a keen interest in software and process automation will be given strong consideration.

Soft Skills

  • Helpful, friendly and professional demeanour.
  • Leadership capabilities and problemsolving skills.
  • High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated desire to learn and share knowledge with others.
  • A commitment to the company's values and a good cultural fit.

Background and Reference Checks

  • Any job offer may be conditional upon a full background check, including a criminal record check, and employment and educational verification. A reference check will also be conducted.

Additional Information
If you feel this is a great fit, we want to talk to you.

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NOTE:

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