Office Manager

Find Great People | FGP; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm in Columbia, SC, is seeking an experienced Office Manager to ensure smooth operations across finance, HR, and administration. The ideal candidate will oversee financial compliance, manage accounting functions, and support hiring processes. With a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 5+ years of experience, strong organizational and communication skills are essential. This is a full-time, permanent onsite position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a relevant role.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools preferred.
• Previous experience in engineering industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee firm finances, banking, and financial compliance.
• Manage accounting functions: AP/AR, cash flow, reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and handle vendor negotiations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Deltek Vision

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Office Manager for an established engineering firm in Columbia, SC. This is a full-time, permanent onsite position. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth day-to-day operations across finance, HR, administration, and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee firm finances, banking, and financial compliance
• Manage accounting: AP/AR, cash flow, reconciliations, and statements
• Handle vendor negotiations and financial certifications
• Ensure compliance with employment laws
• Support hiring, onboarding, payroll, and benefits
• Manage insurance (liability, health, workers’ comp, etc.)
• Review contracts and support administrative workflows
• Develop and implement policies to enhance efficiency
• Oversee office equipment, IT systems, and service providers
• Manage building maintenance and vendor coordination for cleaning, landscaping, etc.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience; Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat strongly preferred
• Previous experience in engineering industry a plus
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Hours

• Monday to Friday (standard business hours)
• Onsite
• Permanent/Direct Hire