Cross-Functional Admin Lead - ESOP & Operations

FORTÉ, Inc.; Arlington Heights, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Vision & dental coverage

HSA & FSA

Life & disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

FORTÉ, Inc. is seeking a Business Administrator to keep the business unit running smoothly by connecting sales, operations, finance, and HR.

You'll ensure daily processes stay accurate and compliant while supporting administrative functions. This role emphasizes teamwork, process improvement, and reliable office operations, including vendor management, onboarding support, data entry, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Three years of administrative or business operations experience, or a two-year degree in business management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain / become a Notary Public.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor documentation and processing orders and change orders.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and coordinate collections.
• Coordinate cross-functional communication between sales, operations, and finance.
• Oversee facility and office operations, vendor management, and HR onboarding support.
• Provide backup for shipping and receiving and assist with inventory counts.
• Train employees, supervise tasks, and foster a positive team culture.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Notary Public ability

Education

Two-year degree in business management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Office software

Job description

FORTÉ, Inc. is seeking a Business Administrator to keep the business unit running smoothly by connecting sales, operations, finance, and HR.

You'll ensure daily processes stay accurate and compliant while supporting administrative functions. This role emphasizes teamwork, process improvement, and reliable office operations, including vendor management, onboarding support, data entry, and timely reporting.