Administrative Assistant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Houston, TX is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support leadership and multiple business functions.

The role covers HR, Accounts Payable, reporting, and general office administration, requiring organized, dependable professionals who handle confidential information with discretion. The position is 100% onsite, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a pay rate of $21–$22 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of administrative, office support, or related experience.
• Experience in a professional office environment supporting multiple functions.
• Exposure to HR and/or Accounts Payable preferred.
• Basic understanding of invoice processing and AP procedures.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Professional demeanor with accountability.
• Adaptable to a lean, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to leadership and office staff
• Maintain organized electronic and physical records
• Assist with special projects and operational initiatives
• Support office procedures and documentation updates
• Coordinate various administrative activities and priorities
• Maintain employee files and personnel documentation
• Assist with onboarding and new hire processes
• Update and manage HR records and databases
• Support recruiting efforts, including job postings and resume screening
• Assist with payroll and timekeeping administration
• Handle confidential employee information with discretion
• Process vendor invoices through an ERP system
• Assist with invoice tracking and documentation
• Maintain accurate records and data entry
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable functions
• Assist with recurring and ad hoc reporting
• Compile, organize, and analyze data
• Utilize Excel to prepare reports and spreadsheets
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in reporting activities

Skills

Excel

Word

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Independence

Tools

NetSuite

Paylocity

ERP systems

Job description

Administrative Assistant

Location: Houston, TX 77077 (100% Onsite)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $21.00-$22.00/hour
Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

About the Opportunity

LHH is partnering with a growing Houston-area organization to identify a professional, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting multiple business functions, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is looking to grow their administrative, HR, and accounting experience.

The organization is currently in a rebuilding phase with a lean administrative team, making this an ideal fit for a candidate who is adaptable, proactive, and willing to jump in wherever needed.

Position Overview

The Administrative Assistant will provide support across Human Resources, Accounts Payable, reporting, and general office administration. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

This position works closely with executive leadership and offers exposure to several areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to leadership and office staff
• Maintain organized electronic and physical records
• Assist with special projects and operational initiatives
• Support office procedures and documentation updates
• Coordinate various administrative activities and priorities

Human Resources Support

• Maintain employee files and personnel documentation
• Assist with onboarding and new hire processes
• Update and manage HR records and databases
• Support recruiting efforts, including job postings and resume screening
• Assist with payroll and timekeeping administration
• Handle confidential employee information with discretion

Accounts Payable Support

• Process vendor invoices through an ERP system
• Assist with invoice tracking and documentation
• Maintain accurate records and data entry
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable functions

Reporting & Analytics

• Assist with recurring and ad hoc reporting
• Compile, organize, and analyze data
• Utilize Excel to prepare reports and spreadsheets
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in reporting activities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of administrative, office support, office coordinator, or office administration experience
• Experience in a professional office environment supporting multiple business functions
• Exposure to Human Resources and/or Accounts Payable preferred
• Basic understanding of invoice processing and AP procedures
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management abilities
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Professional demeanor with a strong sense of accountability
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities may change frequently

Preferred Experience

• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite
• Experience with payroll platforms such as Paylocity
• HR administration, onboarding, or recruiting support experience
• Reporting and data analysis experience

Ideal Candidate

• Reliable, hardworking, and highly professional
• Takes direction well while working independently
• Comfortable asking questions and speaking up when needed
• Adaptable and able to pivot between responsibilities
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment

If you're a motivated administrative professional looking to expand your experience across HR, accounting, and operations while making an immediate impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Pay Details: $21.00 to $22.00 per hour

Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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