Administrative Assistant for Funeral & Cemetery Operations

Talentify; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an organized Administrative Clerk to support funeral home, cemetery and related operations. You will schedule meetings, prepare reports, handle invoices, and assist with HR processes and SOX compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 3 years of customer-focused experience; strong typing and office-equipment skills; discretion with confidential information; and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in a customer-focused and fast-paced professional environment.
• Advanced computer, internet and word processing skills; typing 40–60 wpm; proficient with office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Schedules meetings
• Makes travel arrangements
• Plans events
• Completes management expense reports
• Responds to inquiries in writing or verbally
• Enters contract details into information system and maintains related documents
• Orders and checks memorials for accuracy
• Processes annual licenses renewals
• Codes and scans invoices
• Processes accounts payable and other accounting support transactions
• Receives incoming telephone calls and directs callers
• Schedules call-in appointments for Sales
• Files and maintains customer information
• Maintains office supplies and equipment
• Prepares daily schedules
• Administers HR processes including new hire paperwork and background checks
• Maintains SOX compliance and audit readiness
• Trains others on policies and new initiatives
• Maintains a friendly, helpful attitude for all visitors

Skills

Typing 40–60 wpm

Computer proficiency

Confidentiality

Communication skills

3 years experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Talentify in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an organized Administrative Clerk to support funeral home, cemetery and related operations. You will schedule meetings, prepare reports, handle invoices, and assist with HR processes and SOX compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 3 years of customer-focused experience; strong typing and office-equipment skills; discretion with confidential information; and excellent written and verbal communication.