Executive Assistant/Office Administrator

Bendon, Inc Background:

The Company, headquartered in Ashland Ohio, designs, creates, publishes, and distributes children’s licensed and non-licensed coloring and story books, toys, crafts, puzzles and related activity products. The Company’s portfolio of licensed products includes Disney, Nickelodeon, Sesame Street, and Hasbro, among others. Founded in 2001, Bendon sells to a variety of mass market, dollar store, grocery, and club retailers.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will be the backbone of our office, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. We are seeking a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills to help run daily operations in our Ashland, OH office.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for the administrative aspects of running the office of the President & CEO providing high-level independent administrative support
• Provide executive calendar maintenance, executive email review and professional response.
• Proactive planning and scheduling, meeting coordination, and interdepartmental communications.
• Organize and maintain paper and digital filing systems, ensuring data is accurate and secure
• Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices, receipts, and expense reports.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial procedures and processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including managing spreadsheets and creating charts.
• Strong time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s degree is a plus but not a must.
• Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, or in a relevant clerical role is desired.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person