Office & Finance Administrator – Laboratory Enviro
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Start free — we apply for you →A well-established company operating within a laboratory environment is looking for a professional, organised and proactive Office & Finance Administrator to join their team.
This is a varied role that combines office administration, reception, bookkeeping, invoicing, procurement and client liaison , making it ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on position and takes pride in accuracy, quality and attention to detail.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage general reception, office administration and hosting duties.
- Welcome visitors and ensure they are directed to the relevant staff members.
- Manage inventory levels for indirect spend, obtain quotations and place orders in collaboration with management.
- Maintain and update financial templates and documentation.
- Ensure financial documents are correctly archived and maintain the relevant archive systems.
- Manage the shredding and disposal of obsolete financial documentation.
- Monitor and report on sample lead times, including sample receipt and release dates/times.
- Prepare client quotations following approval from Finance.
- Receive laboratory test result reports and forward them to clients for invoicing purposes.
- Process client invoices and statements.
- Liaise professionally with clients regarding billing and account queries.
- Provide general administrative and finance support as required.
- Ensure administrative and financial processes are maintained in line with relevant GxP and regulatory requirements .
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant tertiary qualification essential.
- Previous laboratory experience ESSENTIAL.
- Minimum 5 years'' office administration experience .
- Minimum 5 years'' bookkeeping experience preferable .
- Minimum 3 years'' procurement experience preferable .
- Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office .
- Experience with finance/accounting software essential .
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proactive approach with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
WHAT WE''RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for someone who is professional, reliable, detail-oriented and proactive , with the ability to confidently manage both administrative and finance-related responsibilities in a regulated laboratory environment.
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