Office Manager

Acme Brick; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Acme Brick seeks an Office Manager to maintain smooth office operations and support company processes. The role emphasizes organization, communication, and adaptability to handle varied administrative tasks essential to daily business activities.

The ideal candidate will manage payroll preparation, records, and coordination with vendors, while ensuring efficient use of software tools and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of related office/administrative experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel skills required; JD Edwards experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and organizes office operations and procedures including bookkeeping, payroll prep, and information management.
• Maximizes office productivity through proficient use of software applications.
• Develops resources to improve timely workflow and cost efficiency.
• Establishes uniform correspondence procedures and style practices.
• Plans office layout, budget, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Reviews clerical and personnel records for accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepares activity reports for management guidance.
• Coordinates and supervises clerical departments and staff.
• Maintains contact with customers and outside vendors.
• Supports overall business operations across the office.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

2+ years of related experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

JDE (JD Edwards) experience

Job description

Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) is an organization of professionals in the manufacturing and building material distribution industry. We manufacture brick and distribute our own brick as well as brick and associated products manufactured by others. We operate in 13 states with a philosophy that we are much more than a brick manufacturer and distributor.

Summary

We are currently seeking a “best in class” Office Manager with excellent organization skills and a personable disposition. The ideal candidate will manage a variety of general office activities and have a natural ability to roll with the punches, being flexible to handle anything that might come their way. You will be a strong and reliable support to company operations, maintaining procedures and communication. Not only will your efforts allow us to achieve organizational efficiency, you will nurture the pleasant work environment our people love.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned) . This is a safety sensitive position*

• Analyzes and organizes office operations and procedures such as bookkeeping, preparation of payrolls, personnel, and information management, filing systems, requisition of supplies and other clerical services.
• Maximizes office productivity through proficient use of appropriate software applications.
• Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.
• Establish uniform correspondence procedures and style practices.
• Plans office layout, develops office budget, and initiates cost reduction programs.
• Reviews clerical and personnel records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness
• Prepares activities reports for guidance of management.
• Coordinate and supervise the activities for various clerical departments or workers within departments.
• Maintains contact with customers and outside vendors.
• Ability to support the office in all aspects of business operations.

Skills and Experience Required for Success

• 2+ years of related experience
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel (JDE experience preferred)

Competencies Required for Success

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college is preferred.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

*Application may vary based on relevant state laws