Administrative Assistant - Merit Auctions Ft. Madison, IA

Merit Auctions | Farm, Equipment & Real Estate Auction Company; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Merit Auctions is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our Fort Madison, IA team. The role involves basic bookkeeping, assisting with online auction setups, and handling auction settlements with a focus on accuracy and customer service.

The position requires strong organizational skills, good communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time role offering comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic data entry skills.
• Accounting experience.
• Graphic design or social media experience helpful.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills with multitasking and prioritization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Basic bookkeeping and accounting.
• Assist in initial setup of auctions on online platforms.
• Auction settlements.
• Clerking auctions.
• Assist with graphics and social media as required.
• Engage with customers in a professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic bookkeeping

Data entry

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Merit Auctions is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented person to join our team. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for basic accounting, assisting with auction processes and graphics. This position requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively. This is a full-time position at our Fort Madison, IA location.

Job Duties

• Basic bookkeeping and accounting
• Assist in initial setup of auctions on online platforms
• Auction settlements
• Clerking auctions
• Assist with graphics and social media as required
• Engage with customers in a professional manner
• And other duties as may be assigned

Job Requirements

• Basic data entry/keyboarding skills
• Accounting experience
• Graphic design and social media experience helpful
• High School diploma or equivalent experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Merit Auctions provide a comprehensive range of benefits for all full-time positions that includes medical, dental, vision and a matching 401-K retirement plan along.
• Merit Auctions is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer
• All positions require pre-employment screening.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States