Administrative Assistant

**Job Summary** Northeast Cremation Service is looking for a full\-time administrative assistant to work with our team in our Biddeford, ME. The new hire will be expected to answer calls, greet customers, utilize basic funeral home software, and assist funeral directors with paperwork. We are looking for candidates who are personable, organized, and computer savvy. Excellent communication skills will be required. Previous experience in the medical or funeral industry is preferred, but not required. We also handle sensitive information regarding deceased individuals and families so the ability to keep confidential information is a must. The candidate is expected to begin immediately. Paid training will be provided. The position is hourly with pay commensurate with experience. Please submit any questions, resumes, and applications directly through Indeed. **Responsibilities** * Assist funeral directors with paperwork * Use special funeral home software on a day to day basis * Track billings and payments * Interact with physicians and their office staff * Perform other administrative tasks set by the manager and owner **Job Requirements:** * High school or equivalent * Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required * 2\+ years of administrative assistant experience preferred * Experience in medical or funeral industry preferred * Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills * Proficient on Microsoft Word and Excel * Comfortable with computers and learning new software * Basic knowledge of accounting preferred, but not required Job Type: Full\-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Paid time off Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Pay: $18\.00 \- $25\.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Paid time off Work Location: In person